The efficacy and function of tree 茭瓜

We can often see tree water melon in daily life, so how should we eat tree water melon? What good effects does it have on our body? Let's take a look.

[Other names] Chlorophytum comosum, big shaking head, big cooling medicine, lying spider plant, upside-down spider plant

[Source] Cymbidium pendulum (Roxb.) Swartz, a plant of the Orchidaceae family, is used as medicine both in its whole plant and in its seeds . The whole herb can be collected in all seasons, washed and dried; the seeds are collected in autumn when the fruit is ripe, dried and bottled.

【Nature and flavor】 Sweet, spicy, neutral.

【Functions and indications】Moistens the lungs and relieves cough, disperses blood stasis, and regulates menstruation. Used for hemoptysis due to pulmonary tuberculosis, bronchitis, pneumonia, asthma and cough, pharyngitis, irregular menstruation, and leucorrhea.

【Usage and Dosage】 5 to 8 cents.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

[Source] "Selected Chinese Herbal Medicines in Simao, Yunnan"

Through the detailed introduction above, we have a good understanding of the efficacy and functions of the Chinese medicinal tree茭瓜. I hope this can be helpful to everyone.