The efficacy and function of water reed root

Water reed root is a medicinal material and is quite common in life. We can eat water reed root appropriately. Since many people don’t know much about water reed root, let’s take a look at it below.

[Source] It is the rhizome of the grass family plant. Available all year round. Wash, cut into sections and dry.

[Original form] Kakailu, also known as: water bamboo, crossing river dragon, crossing river reed.

[Habitat distribution] Grown by streams, valleys, and near water. Distributed in Yunnan, Sichuan, Guizhou, Guangdong, Guangxi, Taiwan and other places.

[Nature and flavor] "Nanning Pharmacopoeia": "bitter, cold, non-toxic."

【Functions and indications】 "Nanning Pharmacopoeia": "It clears away heat, promotes urination, and treats fever, madness, and diarrhea caused by heat."

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 3 to 5 qian.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Nanning City Pharmacopoeia".

In fact, you will only know its benefits after practicing it. Just like the traditional Chinese medicine water reed root introduced above, it turns out that water reed root can also treat some other diseases. Therefore, eating it in moderation has many benefits.