The efficacy and function of Wedelia

Chinese medicine has different effects on our body and can regulate our body. Today we will introduce a Chinese medicine: Wedelia chrysanthemum. What are its specific effects and functions? Let’s take a look.

[Other names] Yellow flower wedelia, yellow flower ink vegetable, yellow flower agave, field chrysanthemum, bittern chrysanthemum

[Source] Asteraceae Wedelia genus Wedelia chinensis (Osb.) Merr., the whole plant is used as medicine. Harvest in summer and autumn, wash, and use fresh or dry.

【Nature and flavor】 Sweet, slightly sour, cool.

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat and detoxifies, resolves phlegm and relieves cough, cools blood and soothes the liver. Used to prevent measles, colds and fever, diphtheria, pharyngitis, tonsillitis, bronchitis, pneumonia, whooping cough, hemoptysis, and hypertension; used externally to treat carbuncles and boils.

【Usage and Dosage】 0.5～1 liang. For external use, mash the fresh product and apply to the affected area.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

[Source] "Compendium of Materia Medica"

Through the introduction in the above article, I believe everyone has a certain understanding of Wedelia. Wedelia has a great effect and is of great benefit to the human body. Therefore, you can choose Wedelia according to your physical condition, but it should still be done under the doctor's advice.