The efficacy and function of iris root

The root of Iris dahurica can not only supplement the body's nutritional elements, but also help regulate the body's various functions. It also has high medicinal value. Today, I will take you to learn about the root of Iris dahurica.

[Source] Medicinal material source: The rhizome of Iris scabra of the Iridaceae family.

[Original form] Iris scabra, perennial herb. The rhizome is short, thick and obliquely extending. The leaves are basal, flat, overlapping, linear, 30-70cm long, 0.7-1cm wide, gradually pointed at the apex; the base is sheath-like, with obvious veins. The pedicel is 30-90cm high, with 1-2 branches on the upper part, obvious nodes, and lanceolate, sheath-like leaves on the nodes, which are up to 7cm long; the bracts below the flowers are similar to the sheath-like leaves and are alternate; 2-3 flowers are borne on the top of each pedicel branch; the flowers are white or slightly light blue, about 10 cm in diameter; there is no perianth tube, 6 tepals, arranged in 2 rows, the outer tepals are obovate or broadly oblanceolate, with bright yellow velvety appendages on the midrib, and the inner tepals are spoon-shaped; the stamens are about 2cm long, and the base of the filaments wraps around the style; there are 3 branches on the upper part of the style, which is light blue, with 2 lobes at the apex, and sparse teeth on the edges of the lobes. The capsule is oval, 3-4cm long and about 2.5cm in diameter. It has no beak at the tip and often has traces of a flat perianth. The flowering period is May, and the fruiting period is June-August.

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: Commonly cultivated in southern my country.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter; cold

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat and detoxifies. Mainly used for sore throat, carbuncle, swelling and sore

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decocted in water, 3-9g.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

The above is a detailed introduction to the medicinal value of Iris root. There are also some ways and methods when eating Iris root. The above methods of eating are very helpful for regulating various problems of the human body, so you can do it with confidence.