What are the benefits and effects of Schefflera arboricola (dwarf umbrella tree)?

1. Used as a medicinal herb

(1) Characteristics: This is its most important use. It can be used medicinally, and of course this is closely related to its characteristics. Specifically, it has two main characteristics. One is "bitter," and the other is "warm." It enters the lung, kidney, liver and spleen meridians. Once we know its characteristics, we can generally guess what effects it has.

(2) Effects: From the introduction above, we can see that the effects of this plant are mainly dispersing cold, dispelling dampness and driving out cold, relaxing the sinews and invigorating the blood, stopping diarrhea, and so on. These effects are all related to its characteristics.

(3) Conditions it mainly treats: According to its effects, it is mainly used in the following areas. One is traumatic injuries and fracture pain. The second is wind-cold, fever, aversion to cold, headache and other symptoms. There are also symptoms such as abdominal bloating, general fatigue, dysentery and loss of appetite.

2. Used for ornamental purposes

Some people think it is unremarkable, but it still has a certain ornamental value. We can see this from the pictures. It is quite common as a potted plant in the home. It has greenish-white flowers and leaves that look like individual palms. Look closely and you will discover its charm.

3. Feng shui effect

It not only has good ornamental value, but when placed in the home it also has a very good wealth-generating effect. This is because it itself symbolizes wealth and honor, and is an excellent feng shui plant. Placed in the home, it will certainly not disappoint us.