General Situation of Chemical Constituents and Pharmacological Research of Polygonatum Sibiricum Red
Polygonatum sibiricum Red.is derived from the dried rhizome of perennial herbs of polygonatum Mill.of Liliaceae,Alias for the head of a chicken Polygonatum,immortal surplus grain,tiger ginger and so on.Under the guidance of TCM theory,polygonatum sibiricum is considered to be flat in nature and sweet in taste,and belongs to spleen,lung and kidney meridians.It has the effects of invigorating the middle energizer,invigorating qi,calming the five internal organs,strengthening the spleen and stomach,moistening the heart and lungs,nourishing the kidney,replenishing essence,prolonging life,quenching thirst due to internal heat,and strengthening bones and muscles.After in-depth study and comprehensive analysis of relevant literature at home and abroad,we found that the chemical composition of polygonatum sibiricum is extremely complex,and its pharmacological effects are also extremely rich.At present,many active substances have been separated from its various components,such as polysaccharides,alkaloids and anthraquinones.Polygonatum sibiricum Red.has many functions,such as regulating cardiovascular system,promoting immunity and resisting tumor.Polygonatum sibiricum is a kind of Chinese medicine with great development potential.Polygonatum sibiricum has high medicinal value and is worth further exploration.