The efficacy and function of the root of Menyanthes

For Chinese medicinal materials such as the root of the sleeping grass, we should first understand its medicinal value and precautions before consuming it. The following is an introduction about the root of the Chinese nightshade. I hope you can read it carefully, which will be of great help for your consumption.

[Alias] Cross-River Dragon (Guiyang Folk Herbs).

[Source] It is the rhizome of the Gentianaceae plant Nymphaea . Available all year round.

【Original morphology】 The plant morphology is detailed in the entry for "Sleeping Vegetables".

【Chemical composition】 The rhizome contains betulinic acid. It also contains menthenoside A, menthenoside B and dioxymenthenoside B.

[Properties and flavors] "Guiyang Folk Herbs": "sweet, slightly bitter, neutral, non-toxic."

【Functions and indications】Moistens the lungs, relieves cough, reduces swelling, and lowers blood pressure.

[Usage and Dosage] For internal use: decocted in water, 3 to 5 qian (1 liang for fresh ones).

[Additional prescription] ① Nourishes the lungs and relieves cough: 1 liang of fresh Polygonum multiflorum (5 qian of dried). Stew the meat or boil it in water. (Guiyang Folk Medicinal Herbs)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

【Source】 From "Jilin Chinese Herbal Medicine"

The above is the relevant knowledge about Menyanthes root introduced to you. Through the above article, you can clearly understand that Menyanthes root has many benefits and functions for the human body, so you can use Menyanthes root to treat some diseases.