Because of its effects such as moistening the lungs and clearing the voice, people often consume Sterculia lychnophora as if it were tea. Little do they know that Sterculia lychnophora is not a "safe" medicine; it has certain toxic and side effects, and allergic reactions are not uncommon.
Sterculia lychnophora can treat pharyngitis and tonsillitis. However, some people may experience allergic reactions after taking it, and long-term use can lead to toxic reactions.
The Chinese medicine Sterculia lychnophora is the seed of the deciduous tree of the Sterculiaceae family. It is sweet, bland in taste, and cool in nature. It acts on the spleen, lung, and kidney meridians. Its functions are to moisten the lungs, clear the voice, clear heat, and resolve toxins. It is mainly indicated for dry cough with no phlegm, sore throat, hoarseness, red eyes, and toothache.
Because of its effects such as moistening the lungs and clearing the voice, people often consume Sterculia lychnophora as if it were tea.
Little do they know that Sterculia lychnophora is not a "safe" medicine; it has certain toxic and side effects, and allergic reactions are not uncommon. Clinically, cases of allergic reactions are frequently seen, manifesting as generalized itching, diffuse flushing of the skin, large hives and wheals all over the body, lip edema, accompanied by dizziness, palpitations, chest tightness, nausea, and decreased blood pressure. In severe cases, it can be life-threatening. Therefore, Sterculia lychnophora cannot be consumed as a tea, is not suitable for everyone regardless of gender or age, and should not be abused in large doses over a long period.