Caulis spatholobi

Wild Caulis spatholobi：Sourced from Pristine Rainforests

Caulis spatholobi (Spatholobus stem, Chicken Blood Vine), also known as Dense Flower Bean, is a climbing vine plant belonging to the legume family. Its compound leaves are papery or leathery with variable shapes; its flower stalks are covered with short yellowish-brown hairs, and the flowers are white with spherical, uniform anthers. The fruit is a flat, sword-shaped pod densely covered in short brown fuzz, and its seeds are oblong and flattened. The plant blooms in June and bears fruit from November to December. The name "Chicken Blood Vine" comes from the red sap that oozes from its freshly cut woody stems.

Chicken Blood Vine is a common medicinal herb in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), derived from the plant's dried vine stems. It holds high medicinal value and is widely used in many TCM formulations.

Benefits and Uses of Chicken Blood Vine

1. Enhancing Blood Production:
   One of the primary benefits of Chicken Blood Vine is its ability to enrich and promote blood production. It is especially beneficial for post-surgical recovery to replenish blood. Additionally, it helps alleviate symptoms of anemia.

2. Relieving Rheumatic Pain:
   Chicken Blood Vine is effective in relieving rheumatic bone pain. It promotes blood circulation, unblocks meridians, reduces inflammation, and alleviates pain, making it useful for managing rheumatic conditions.

3. Nourishing Blood and Regulating Menstruation:
   This herb not only activates blood circulation and alleviates pain but also nourishes the blood and regulates menstruation. It is particularly helpful for women with irregular periods or menstrual cramps. Additionally, it nourishes the skin, improves energy and blood flow, and slows the aging process.

4. Lowering Blood Pressure:
   Chicken Blood Vine can help lower blood pressure by dilating blood vessels. This property makes it a natural remedy for managing hypertension.

5. Boosting Immunity:
   Research indicates that Chicken Blood Vine enhances the activity of lymphocytes in the body, helping to combat external pathogens and strengthen the immune system.

6. Anti-Tumor and Anti-Cancer Properties:
   Compounds in Chicken Blood Vine have shown promising anti-cancer and anti-tumor effects. Consuming this herb may aid in preventing the development of cancer, offering protective benefits.

Usage of Caulis spatholobi

1. Chicken Blood Vine Chicken Soup

Ingredients:

• Chicken Blood Vine: 20g

• Chicken: 500g

• Red dates and goji berries: appropriate amount

• Ginger slices: 10g

• Salt: 5g

Instructions:

1. Clean and cut the chicken into pieces. Peel the ginger.

2. Boil water in a pot, add the chicken pieces, and blanch to remove impurities.

3. In a clay pot, add ginger slices, Chicken Blood Vine, and water. Simmer for 2 hours.

4. In the last 30 minutes, add the chicken, red dates, goji berries, salt, and MSG. Serve hot.

Benefits:
Promotes blood circulation, nourishes the blood, and relaxes muscles and joints. Women with scanty menstrual flow are encouraged to try this soup.

2. Chicken Blood Vine Wine

Ingredients:

• Chicken Blood Vine: 250g

• Water: 1000ml

• White liquor: 1000ml

Instructions:

1. Simmer Chicken Blood Vine in water over low heat for 2 hours. Strain the decoction and reduce it to 250ml.

2. Mix the decoction with white liquor and stir well. Seal and let it sit for three days before drinking.

3. Alternatively, soak Chicken Blood Vine directly in white liquor for seven days, then consume.

Notes:
This medicinal wine is not suitable for individuals with joint redness, swelling, or heat-related conditions. It is best for those with deficiency and cold-related symptoms.

Benefits:
Improves blood circulation, alleviates pain, and unblocks meridians.

3. Blood-Enriching Chicken Soup

Ingredients:

• Chicken Blood Vine: 25g

• Codonopsis, Angelica, and Rehmannia (processed): 15g each

• White peony root: 10g

• Free-range chicken leg: 1

• Rice wine: 100ml

Instructions:

1. Clean the chicken leg.

2. Combine all ingredients in a stew pot, cover, and cook over water until tender.

Benefits:
Tonifies the spleen, nourishes the kidney, enriches and stops bleeding. Suitable for postpartum anemia and general weakness.

4. Chicken Blood Vine Pork Soup

Ingredients:

• Chicken Blood Vine: 10g

• Lean pork: 150g

• Salt and MSG: to taste

Instructions:

1. Wash all ingredients. Slice the lean pork.

2. Simmer the pork and Chicken Blood Vine in water until tender. Add salt and MSG before serving.

Benefits:
Regulates menstruation and promotes blood circulation. Recommended for women with amenorrhea.

5. Chicken Blood Vine with Eggs

Ingredients:

• Chicken Blood Vine: 30g

• Eggs: 2

Instructions:

1. Boil Chicken Blood Vine and eggs in two bowls of water.

2. Once the eggs are cooked, peel them and continue boiling until the liquid reduces to one bowl.

3. Add sugar to taste. Consume the broth and eggs.

Benefits:
Activates blood, nourishes the blood, and relieves joint stiffness. Suitable for irregular menstruation, amenorrhea, anemia, and back pain.

6. Chicken Blood Vine with Chicken and Ham

Ingredients:

• Chicken: 250g

• Celery: 250g

• Ham: 50g

• Chicken Blood Vine: 15g

• Ginger, scallions, vegetable oil, soy sauce, salt, and MSG: as needed

Instructions:

1. Clean and cut the chicken into 3cm pieces. Wash and chop the celery, slice the ham, and soak and slice the Chicken Blood Vine.

2. Boil the Chicken Blood Vine in water for 25 minutes, then strain to retain the medicinal liquid.

3. Heat oil in a pan, stir-fry ginger and scallions, then add chicken, celery, ham, the prepared liquid, and soy sauce.

4. Add water, bring to a boil, then simmer for 35 minutes. Season with salt and MSG before serving.

Benefits:
Promotes blood circulation, unblocks meridians, and relieves sciatic nerve pain.