The efficacy and function of water faucet

Polypodium vulgare is a kind of traditional Chinese medicine and is very helpful for many diseases. Below we will briefly introduce the water faucet.

[Other names] Stone silkworm, stone cowpea, blue stone lotus, blue dragon bone

[Source] Polypodium nipponicum Mett., a fern plant of the genus Polypodium in the family Polypodiaceae, is used as medicine using its rhizome . It can be harvested in all seasons, washed, and used fresh or dried.

【Nature and flavor】 Sweet, bitter, cool.

【Functions and indications】Detoxification and fever reduction, wind-clearing and dampness-relieving, cough and pain relief. Used for high fever, cough and asthma, acute conjunctivitis, urinary tract infection, rheumatic joint pain, toothache in children; used externally to treat urticaria, sores, boils, swellings and injuries from falls.

[Usage and Dosage] 0.5-1 liang; for external use, mash and apply or decoct in water to wash the affected area.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

[Source] Illustrated Records of Plant Names and Realities

The above is an introduction to the functions of water faucet. When using it, you can do so according to the needs mentioned above. Water faucet is also very helpful in treating certain diseases.