The efficacy and function of stone snake

As we all know, stone snake is a very common medicinal material with many years of history. It can also treat many diseases. Let us learn about the medicinal value of stone snake.

【Other name】 Snake snail

[Source] Medicinal material source: The whole body of the Snail family Snailidae.

[Original form] The shell of the imbricate snake snail is tubular, with a round or oval shell opening and a diameter of about 10mm. During the infestation period, the larvae have a spiral shell, which usually coils outward gradually from the top of the shell in a horizontal position, like a lying snake. Most of the shell is fixed on rocks or other objects, with only the shell mouth slightly free. The shell surface is rough with several thicker spiral ribs; there are 3-5 fine ribs densely distributed between the thick ribs, and these ribs have inconspicuous imbricate scales. Growth lines are rough. The shell surface is grayish yellow or brown. The inside of the shell is brown with a pearly luster. After the eggs are laid, they attach to the tube wall.

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: Lives on rocks in mid- and low-tidal zones. A dead body is like a fossil.

【Nature and flavor】 Salty; neutral

【Functions and indications】Detoxification. Main carbuncle

【Usage and Dosage】 For external use: appropriate amount, grind with vinegar and apply.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

Through the above, we have learned about the efficacy and functions of the traditional Chinese medicine stone snake. I hope everyone can prescribe the right medicine and eat stone snake correctly in life.