The efficacy and function of mint

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 mint?

【Alias】Continuation (Western name).

[Source] It is the whole herb of Mentha scabra, a plant of the Lamiaceae family. Harvest in summer, cut into sections and dry in the shade.

[Original form] Perennial herb, 15 to 30 cm tall, the whole plant has a strong mint smell. Root wood. Stem base tufted. Leaves are opposite, oblong or broadly lanceolate, with entire margin. The inflorescence is terminal and the flowers are blue-purple.

[Habitat distribution] Grown in humid places in low mountains.

【Functions and indications】 "Xinjiang Chinese Herbal Medicine Handbook": "It can treat insomnia, palpitations, osteomalacia, and impotence."

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water; 5-6 qian.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

Having said so much, we can see that mint has many uses. It can also be used as medicine to treat diseases. You might as well know more about these, it will be helpful in your life.