The efficacy and function of Qianzhenwanxiancao

In our lives, Qianzhenwanxiancao has attracted our attention because of its extremely high medicinal value. Let's take a closer look at what is the Chinese thorn grass?

[Other names] Ophiopogonis, Ajuga serrata [Yunnan]

[Source] It is a plant of the genus Stellaria in the Caryophyllaceae family. Stellaria yunnanensis Franch., the root of which is used as medicine. Dig it up in autumn, wash it, cut it into sections, and dry it in the sun.

[Original form] Perennial herb, 30 to 90 cm tall. The roots are clustered, fleshy, slender, spindle-shaped, yellow-brown or yellow-white. The stem has several branches in clusters, is erect or obliquely ascending, has dichotomous branches, and the nodes are slightly swollen. Simple leaves are alternate, sessile, lanceolate or ovate-lanceolate. White flowers bloom in summer and autumn, with many flowers gathered in terminal dichasing cymes and 5 petals. The fruit is oval.

【Nature and flavor】 Sweet, warm.

【Functions and indications】 Strengthens the spleen and kidneys. Used for physical weakness after illness, anemia, dizziness, tinnitus, low back pain, spermatorrhea, irregular menstruation, leucorrhea, and infantile malnutrition.

[Usage and Dosage] 1-2 liang, stewed with meat or decocted in water.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

As a common Chinese medicinal material, Qianzhenwanxiancao is often forgotten by people. In fact, its effects and functions are beyond your imagination. As long as you are good at eating it and use the right method, I believe it will be of great help to your body.