The efficacy and function of wild horseshoe grass

In modern life, everyone is very familiar with various Chinese herbal medicines, among which wild horseshoe grass is a very common one. So what are the effects and functions of wild horseshoe grass? Let’s take a look.

[Other name] Upright mat grass

[Source] Scirpus juncoides Roxb. [S. erectus Poir.] of the Cyperaceae family, the whole plant is used as medicine.

[Habitat distribution] From Hebei and Shandong to Guangdong, Guangxi and other southwestern provinces and regions in the south.

【Nature and flavor】Sweet, light, and cool.

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat and detoxifies, cools blood and promotes diuresis. It is mainly used to treat tuberculosis and hemoptysis, toothache due to wind and fire, red and swollen eyes, and urinary tract infection.

[Usage and Dosage] 2 to 4 liang, decocted in water.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

【Source】 Guangxi Chinese Herbal Medicine

After reading the above detailed introduction to the effects and functions of wild horseshoe grass, I believe many friends already know the benefits of wild horseshoe grass. It can be seen that wild horseshoe grass is very beneficial to our human body. If you need it, you might as well give it a try.