Sparganium stoloniferum
Code: RM_110 | English Name: Common Burreed Rhizome
Overview Card
| Item | Content |
|---|---|
| Family | Sparganiaceae |
| Medicinal Part | Rhizome |
| Flavor and Channel | Acrid, bitter, neutral; enters the Liver and Spleen Channels |
| Core Effects | Breaks blood stasis and promotes Qi flow, resolves accumulation and relieves pain |
| Associated Essential Oil | Sparganium Essential Oil |
Basic Information
Origin: Jiangsu, Henan, Shandong, China
Core Effects:
- Breaks blood stasis and promotes Qi flow
- Resolves accumulation and relieves pain
Classic Formula References
Note: This product has no recorded classic formulas.
Clinical Applications
Indications:
- Breaks blood stasis and promotes Qi flow
- Resolves accumulation and relieves pain
Modern Uses: Aromatherapy, essential oil care, daily health care
Usage: Decoction, 3-10g/day; essential oil for external use should be diluted (0.5-2%)
Essential Oil Application: See Sparganium Essential Oil entry
Effect Tags
- Breaks blood stasis
- Promotes Qi
- Aids digestion
- Relieves pain
Applicable Health Management Directions
Associated with health issues/management directions annotated in the database for related essential oils (for reference and search, not a diagnostic conclusion):
- Meridian blockage
- Blood stasis
- Menstrual irregularity
Safety Warnings
Contraindications: Caution for pregnant women, lactating mothers, and infants.
Important Tips: ⚠️ If using essential oils, use strictly according to the dilution ratio, avoid direct contact with the skin. Perform a skin test before use.
Compilation Notes: This entry is compiled based on the Chinese Pharmacopoeia, classic medical texts, and modern research, for professional reference only, and does not constitute medical advice.
Last Updated: 2026-04-23 | Version: v4.2