The efficacy and function of Lythrum lucidum

Although Western medicine and Western drugs are more common nowadays, people still often believe that diseases can only be cured by taking Chinese medicine, because Chinese medicine can cure the root cause. Lythrum sagittiferum is a kind of traditional Chinese medicine. Let’s take a look at some common knowledge about Lythrum sagittiferum.

【Alias】

Baidu grass, Baidu lotus, centipede grass, opposite leaf lotus

[Original form]

Perennial herb, 30 to 100 cm tall. Rhizome thick, woody, dark brown. The stem is erect, quadrangular, much branched, pubescent or glabrous. Simple leaves are opposite or whorled, sessile, and the leaf blades are broadly lanceolate or narrowly lanceolate. Purple flowers bloom in summer and autumn, with long spike-like inflorescences growing at the top of branches. The fruit is ovate and completely enclosed in the persistent calyx.

【Nature and flavor】

Bitter and cool.

【Function and indications】

Clears away heat, detoxifies, cools blood and stops bleeding. Used for enteritis, dysentery, bloody stool; used externally to treat bleeding from external injuries.

【Usage and Dosage】

For external use, apply appropriate amount, grind into powder and apply to the affected area.

【Notice】

Pregnant women should avoid taking this medicine.

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National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicine

Through the detailed introduction of Lythrum salicaria in this article, we can learn about the related effects and eating methods of Lythrum salicaria. The value of Lythrum salicina can be seen from its efficacy, which fully demonstrates the importance of Lythrum salicina.