Tetrastigma hemsleyanum
a perennial woody member of the Tetrastigma genus in the family Vitaceae.
Taxonomy and growth
- Family
- Vitaceae
- Genus
- Tetrastigma
- Life cycle
- perennial
- Woodiness
- woody
- Flower type
- hermaphrodite
Uses
Medicinal uses
Historical medicinal uses. These records describe reported uses. They do not establish safety or effectiveness. Ask a qualified health professional before using any plant medicinally.
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The root tuber is depurative and febrifuge[1]. It stimulates blood circulation and relaxes the muscles[1]. The root is used in the treatment of diphtheria, boils and ulcers, traumatic bleeding, snakebites, rheumatoid aches and pains in the backs and legs[1]. It is used internally in decoction, or the crushed root can be used externally as a poultice.
- Product or use
- Depurative
- Product or use
- Febrifuge
Ecology and functions
- Ecosystem niche
- Climber
Environment
- Range
- E. Asia - China.
- Habitat
- Shady and moist places in montane forests, climbing on trees or cliff walls[1].
- Light
- full sun
- Shade tolerance
- light shade
- Water
- moderate
- Soil textures
- sandy, loamy, clay
- Soil pH
- acid, neutral, alkaline
- Tolerates Nutritionally Poor Soil
- No
- Drought
- intolerant
Propagation
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Seed -
Cultivation
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Not known
References
? A Barefoot Doctors Manual. Running Press ISBN 0-914294-92-X