The efficacy and function of water hyacinth root

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 water hyssop?

[Source] Medicinal material source: The root of the Myrtaceae plant water lily.

[Original form] Water lily, a tree, up to 15m tall. The twigs are nearly cylindrical or quadrangular and bare. Leaves are opposite, broadly ovate-rectangular or elliptical, 8-20cm long, gradually pointed at the apex, obtuse or gradually narrowed at the base, nearly leathery, bare, often with black spots on the underside when dry, with 8-12 pairs of lateral veins; petiole 1-1.5cm long. The flowers are small, green-white, nearly sessile, and in broadly branched cymes; the calyx is bell-shaped, about 3mm long, nearly truncated, with the calyx limbs extending into a cap shape; the petals are 5, fused into a cap shape, with glandular dots at the apex; the stamens are numerous and free; the ovary has 2 chambers, and the style is linear. The berries are drupe-like, spherical, about 7mm wide, and purple-black when ripe. Flowering period is summer.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter; Cool

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat and dampness; promotes qi circulation and relieves pain. Mainly used for damp-heat jaundice; hernia abdominal pain

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 6-15g; or grind into powder.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

The above article analyzes some of the effects of water hyssop root. In our daily life, we can consume water hyssop root in moderation according to our own situation, which will greatly help improve our body functions.