The efficacy and function of purple hosta

I believe many people are familiar with the Chinese medicinal material purple hosta. As a common Chinese medicinal material, purple hosta is rich in nutrients. Let us learn about it in detail below.

[Other names] Purple calyx, mountain hosta

[Source] Hosta ventricosa (Salisb.) Stearn, a plant of the genus Hosta in the Liliaceae family, is used as medicine either as a whole plant or as a root . The whole herb can be harvested in all seasons and is generally used fresh; the roots are dug up in autumn, washed and used fresh or dried.

【Nature and flavor】 Slightly sweet, cool.

【Functions and indications】 Disperses blood stasis, relieves pain, and detoxifies. Used for stomachache, bruises, fishbone stuck in the throat; used externally to treat insect and snake bites, carbuncles and furuncles.

【Usage and Dosage】 2 to 3 qian. Combine with other medicines and take with wine or decoct in water.

【Note】 Avoid eating raw or cold food.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

[Source] "Essentials of Pinhui"

This article introduces some basic knowledge about the medicinal herb Purple Hosta, which is very effective in treating some related diseases of the human body. Moreover, purple hosta has a certain regulating effect on the body and can be consumed in moderation at ordinary times.