The efficacy and function of Artemisia selengensis

Most Chinese medicinal materials have good effects in treating diseases, such as Artemisia annua. Below we will give a basic introduction to the relevant information about Artemisia annua.

[Source] It is the whole herb of Artemisia annua of the Umbelliferae family. It grows on hillsides, thickets, grasslands and sparse woods. Distributed in Northeast China, Inner Mongolia and other places.

[Original form] Perennial herb, 37 to 73 cm tall. Stem erect, glabrous, deeply furrowed, and branched. The leaves are rectangular, 5-25 cm long, 4-20 cm wide, twice pinnately divided, with the final segments linear-lanceolate, 2-25 mm long, 1-3 mm wide, acute at the apex, and glabrous; the petiole is 5-20 cm long. The compound umbel is terminal or lateral, 2-7 cm in diameter; the peduncle is 4-12 cm long; the involucral bracts are numerous, filamentous; the umbels are 20-30, 1.5-5 cm long; the involucral bracts are numerous, filamentous; the umbels have many flowers; the pedicel is 5-10 mm long; the calyx teeth are obvious; the petals are white, with hairs on the back. The double-hanging fruit is ovate, 2 mm long, 1 mm wide, and has soft hairs.

【Nature and flavor】 Spicy and warm.

【Functions and indications】Benefits the stomach and intestines, and promotes blood circulation. Treat dysentery.

【Note】 Meng Shen: "Eating it raw can slightly cause wind and qi disturbance, but it is good to eat it as a soup. Do not eat it with cilantro, as it will cause sweat and bad breath."

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Qian Jin·Food Therapy"

From the above explanation, we have some understanding of the efficacy and effects of Artemisia selengensis. If any discomfort occurs in the body, it can be treated with Chinese medicine. Traditional Chinese medicine has a long history of treating diseases, so it can be consumed with confidence.