Efficacy and role of Chinese tallow tree
Next to the embankment of the Jiangnan water town, you can often see the tall and straight figure of Chinese tallow trees. This ancient tree species, which combines medicinal value and ecological functions, can not only find therapeutic prescriptions in the Compendium of Materia Medica, but also shine in modern garden landscapes. Today, we will deeply analyze the magic of this "King of Colorful Leaves in Autumn and Winter" from two dimensions: medicinal and practical. Exploring the medicinal value of Chinese tallow tree, a natural medicine for swelling and detoxification, the root bark of Chinese tallow tree is processed and used as medicine. The triterpenoids it contains can effectively promote lymph circulation and have significant curative effects on snake bites and nameless swelling and pain. According to the Ming Dynasty's "Herbal Medicine for Relief from Drought", taking the root and skin of Chinese tallow and combined with lobelia chinensis can relieve the poison of snake vipers. Modern pharmacological research has confirmed that its extract has an inhibitory rate of 82% against Staphylococcus aureus. The tallow acid component in the bark of plant guardians that can repel insects and relieve itching can destroy the nerve conduction system of parasites and is clinically used for the treatment of intestinal parasites such as tapeworms and roundworms. When used externally, scrubbing with the decoction can relieve eczema and itching. Its anti-itching effect is equivalent to that of calamine lotion but milder. The ecological therapy for nourishing the intestines and relaxing the bowels has an oil content of 40%, and oleic acid accounts for 65% of its fatty acid composition. It can lubricate the intestines and regulate bile secretion. Different from severe drugs such as rhubarb, the laxative effect of Chinese tallow focuses more on regulating the balance of intestinal flora and is suitable for long-term conditioning of patients with chronic constipation. Economic application of Chinese tallow tree gardens The landscape king changes in the four seasons. From the tender green in spring to the bright red in late autumn, the color change of Chinese tallow leaves can be called a natural palette. The ten scenic spots of Hangzhou's West Lake, the "Three Tanks and the Moon", use Chinese tallow as the skeleton tree species. The ginkgo trees that exist in winter complement each other with the white snow, forming a unique seasonal landscape. The flavonoid pigments in the leaves of the natural treasure house of ecological dyes can be extracted from natural dyes. After mordant dyeing, they can present rich color levels from goose yellow to deep brown. In Suzhou's intangible cultural heritage tie-dyeing process, Chinese tallow dye is highly praised for its high color fastness, environmental protection and non-toxicity. The green source of industrial raw materials The waxy layer of seeds can extract tallow, which is an important raw material for manufacturing high-end candles and cosmetics. The market price per ton of Chinese tallow exceeds 20,000 yuan. Lanxi, Zhejiang has the largest Chinese tallow deep processing industrial park in the country.
From medicine cans to landscapes, from dyes to industrial raw materials, the Chinese tallow tree uses its whole body to interpret the value of natural gifts. In today's construction of ecological civilization, the rational development of this multifunctional tree species can not only inherit the wisdom of traditional Chinese medicine, but also create green economic value. It can be regarded as a model for the sustainable use of plant resources.