Effects and functions of Vinca rosea (Four Seasons Plum)

effect

Catharanthus roseus has a very good effect of cooling blood and lowering blood pressure. It also has a very good effect of calming the nerves and is very effective in treating hypertension and burns. If you have malignant lymphoma or some rare cancers such as choriocarcinoma, you can consider using periwinkle.

Dosage

For oral use: decoction, 2-5 qian; or extract made into injection.

How to choose

Catharanthus roseus has a short plant shape, 30 to 50 cm tall, with a conical, slightly curved taproot. The stems and branches are green or reddish brown, the leaves are opposite, and the flowers grow at the ends of the branches, are about 3 cm long, and are light pink or purple-red. It has a faint smell and tastes slightly sweet and bitter.

Although vinca roseus has good therapeutic effects as an important herb, please note that only processed vinca roseus has this effect. If you pick it directly and use it, it will have no effect and may cause poisoning. The entire plant of Catharanthus roseus is poisonous and ingestion may cause adverse symptoms. Read more☞Is Vinca roseus poisonous?