The efficacy and function of Viola biflora

There are so many medicinal herbs in the world, and it is inevitable that there are some that we are not familiar with. But as long as we have the spirit of learning throughout our lives, I believe we can slowly learn more medical herbs. So do you know about the medicinal herb Viola double flowered?

【English name】 all-grass of Twinflower Violet

[Alias] Grain ear supplement, short-spur violet.

[Source] Medicinal material source: the whole herb of Viola biflora, a plant of the Violaceae family.

[Original form] Viola biflora is a perennial herb, 10-25cm tall. The rhizome is thin or slightly thick, vertical or oblique, tuberous, and has many fine roots. The above-ground stems are relatively thin and weak, growing in clusters of 2 or more, erect or oblique.

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: Growing in meadows, thickets or forest edges, and rock crevices in high mountains and subalpine areas at an altitude of 2500-4000m.

【Nature and flavor】 Spicy; slightly sour; neutral

【Entry】 Lung; Liver meridian

【Functions and indications】Promote blood circulation and dissipate blood stasis; stop bleeding. Mainly used for traumatic injury; hematemesis; acute pneumonia; pulmonary hemorrhage

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decocted in water, 9-15g. For external use: take appropriate amount and mash it for application.

[Discussions by various scholars] "Xinhua Compendium of Materia Medica": Rhizome: Treats bruises, vomiting blood.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

As a common Chinese medicinal material, Viola double flowered is often forgotten by people. In fact, its effects and functions are beyond your imagination. As long as you are good at eating it and use the right method, I believe it will be of great help to your body.