Hemp seed, Chinese medicine name. Moraceae Cannabis sativa? L. dried mature seeds. Distributed in Northeast China, North China, East China, Central South and other places.

It is oval, 4 ~ 2.5～4mm long and 2.5 ~ 4 mm in diameter. The surface is grayish green or grayish yellow, with fine white or brown reticulation, edges on both sides, slightly sharp top, and 1 round fruit stalk mark at the base. The peel is thin and brittle and easily broken. Seed coat is green, cotyledons are 2, milky white and rich in oil. Slight breath, light taste.

Extended data:

Function:

1.chemical composition: it mainly contains about 30% fatty oil, and the oil contains cannabinol and calcium magnesium phytate.

2. Pharmacological action: It has the function of lubricating the intestine, and at the same time, it produces fatty acids after encountering alkaline intestinal fluid in the intestine, which stimulates the intestinal wall and enhances peristalsis, thus achieving the laxative effect. This product can also lower blood pressure and prevent blood lipid from rising.

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