The efficacy and function of wall grass roots

Many people are not very clear about the effects and functions of the Chinese medicine wallwort root. Let’s take a look below.

[Alias] White stone potato, field potato (Fujian Chinese Herbal Medicine), stone potato, cartilage stone potato (Fujian Jinjiang Chinese Herbal Medicine Handbook).

[Source] It is the root of the Urticaceae plant wallwort . It can be harvested throughout the year and is mostly used fresh.

[Original form] Wallweed, also known as white pigweed.

[Habitat distribution] It grows in shady and moist rocky places, field wetlands or grasslands. It is distributed in both the north and south of my country.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter and sour, neutral.

【Functions and indications】 Drain pus and reduce swelling.

【Usage and Dosage】 For external use: mash and apply to the affected area. For internal use: decoct in water, 0.5-1 liang.

[Additional prescription] ① For the treatment of carbuncle, furuncle and boil: mash the fresh roots of wall grass, add honey and spread on sterilized gauze, and apply to the affected area.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

【Source】 From "Fujian Chinese Herbal Medicine"

After reading the above article, I believe everyone has basically understood the effects and functions of wall grass roots, right? The medicinal value of wall grass roots is extremely high, but it is not suitable for everyone. You should judge based on your own actual situation. I hope everyone will pay attention to this.