Schefflera (Qi Ye Lian) Herb

Botanical Name: Schefflera arboricola

chefflera is a type of climbing vine found in the tropical and subtropical regions of China, Taiwan, Indonesia and Australia. The leaves, stem and roots are used in herbal preparations.

According to the concepts of traditional Chinese medicine, schefflera has bitter, sweet and warm properties, and is associated with the Liver meridian. Its main functions are to promote the circulation of the blood and to alleviate pain. Extracts of schefflera contain a variety of chemicals, including fumaric acid and gamma-hydroxybutyric acid.

Modern uses of schefflera include the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, numbness in the limbs, abdominal pain, headaches, arthralgia, and sore and/or swollen throat. It can also help to relieve asthma. Externally, it can be ground into a paste to treat injuries and stop bleeding./li>