What are the functions and indications of Herba Lycopodii?

Herbs are something that folk Chinese medicine attaches great importance to, because they are basically the main components of traditional Chinese medicine. There are many types of herbs. If people do not understand their characteristics when choosing them, they may easily misuse them, which is very dangerous for treating diseases. For example, Herba Lycopodii is a toxic herb. Let's take a look at the functions and indications of Herba Lycopodii.

Huaercao, commonly known as the swelling-removing and abortion-inducing medicine, has the function of promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis. It is said that it is used by the people to induce abortion and as an external application to relieve pain. Judging from the folk name for this herb, it should have good blood circulation and blood stasis removal functions, and further studies on its effectiveness and safety (toxicity) can be conducted in the future.

The leaves of "Huaercao" have curled teeth on the edges and are longer than those of blood-skin vegetable. They taste bitter when chewed. This plant is commonly known as Jianzhongxiao and Huaercao. It was often used as an abortion drug by the people in the past. If you accidentally eat "Huaercao", you will experience food poisoning symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain.

The difference in appearance between Echeveria and Sanguisorba officinalis: Judging from the color of the leaves, both are green on the front and purple on the back, but there is a clear difference in the edges of the leaves. The edges of the leaves of "Blood Vegetable" have shallow and small serrations, while the edges of the leaves of "Flower Grass" have deep and long serrations (as shown in the picture). People should never eat them by mistake.

When picking, farmers should carefully distinguish to avoid mistaking "huaercao" for "blood skin vegetable"; on the other hand, consumers should also carefully distinguish when purchasing "blood skin vegetable" to avoid food poisoning after accidental ingestion. At the same time, all catering service units must strictly control the purchase of goods to ensure that the source of the ingredients is clear and the quality is safe.