China Root Powder

Kingdom: Plantae

Clade: Tracheophytes

Order: Liliales

Family: Smilacaceae

Binomial name: Smilax china

China root is scientifically known as Smilax china that belongs to the Smilacaceae family. It is widely used in folk and tribal medicine to treat various health problems. The native of this herbal plant are from Korea, China, Japan, Taiwan, Vietnam, the Philippines, Myanmar, Thailand, and Assam. China cultivated this herb in large amounts and exported it to other countries.

In Ayurveda, the root of this plant is the most commonly used for treatments. It is used in the form of dried powder, cooked, or raw. But the heavy dosage of china roo may result in vomiting and nausea. 

Health Benefits

• Consuming the china root powder with rice paste helps to treat urolithiasis.
• The decoction prepared by using china root twice per day provides better relief from pemphigus and chronic skin disease.
• In Ayurveda, it is used as a remedy for inflammatory disease.
• In traditional Chinese medicine, it is used as a diuretic to treat rheumatic arthritic conditions.
• China root also helps to improve body strength and muscle mass.