The efficacy and function of wild taro

Traditional Chinese medicine requires the use of traditional Chinese medicine when treating diseases, and wild taro, as a kind of traditional Chinese medicine, is also frequently used. So, let’s talk about the effects and functions of wild taro.

[Other name] Wild taro

[Source] Wild taro, Colocasia antiquorum Schott, belongs to the genus Colocasia in the family Araceae. The whole plant and tubers are used as medicine. Harvest in summer and autumn and dry separately.

【Nature and flavor】Pungent, cold. Slightly poisonous.

【Functions and indications】Detoxification, swelling reduction and pain relief. Used for carbuncles, furunculosis, acute cervical lymphadenitis, finger boils, traumatic bleeding, and insect and snake bites.

[Usage and Dosage] For external use, mash an appropriate amount and apply to the affected area.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

[Source] Annotations to the Classic of Materia Medica

The above is a detailed introduction to the Chinese medicinal wild taro. We can eat it according to our own needs. I believe there will be improvements after a period of time. It is indeed a good choice.