The efficacy and function of hollyhock

Only when we understand the main ingredients of any medicinal material can we better exert its efficacy and function. Here I recommend a very popular Chinese medicinal material, hollyhock.

[Other names] Chessboard flower, hemp stalk flower, one-zhang red, Shuji flower, cloak flower, Bobo flower, Guangguang flower, ripe season flower, Dragon Boat Festival flower

[Source] Althaea rosea (L.) Cavan., a plant of the genus Althaea in the Malvaceae family, is used as medicine using its roots, leaves, flowers and seeds . Collect roots in spring and autumn, dry them in the sun and slice them; collect flowers in summer and dry them in the shade; collect leaves before flowering; collect seeds in autumn and dry them in the sun.

【Nature and flavor】 Sweet, cool.

【Functions and indications】 Root: clears away heat, detoxifies, discharges pus and is a diuretic. Used for enteritis, dysentery, urinary tract infection, painful urination, cervicitis, and leucorrhea.

[Usage and Dosage] Root: 3-6 qian; seeds and flowers are 1-2 qian each; For external use, mash the fresh flowers and leaves and apply on the affected area or boil them in water to wash.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

Through the detailed introduction of hollyhock in this article, we can learn about the relevant functions and eating methods of hollyhock. The value of hollyhock can be seen from its efficacy, which fully reflects the importance of hollyhock.