The efficacy and function of taro stems

Traditional Chinese medicine culture is profound and extensive, and Chinese medicinal materials account for a large proportion of it. Do you know taro stems? What are its effects and functions, and how to eat them? I believe many people are very interested in it. Let me tell you one by one below.

[Other names] Taro stem (Compilation of Commonly Used Folk Herbs), Taro stem (Hunan Materia Medica).

[Source] It is the petiole of taro , a plant of the Araceae family. Harvested between July and August.

【Original morphology】For details about the plant morphology, please refer to the entry for "Taro".

【Functions and indications】 Treat diarrhea, dysentery and swelling.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 0.5-2 liang for fresh ones. For external use: mash and apply or burn and grind into powder and sprinkle.

[Additional prescription] ① For treating diarrhea and dysentery: taro stems (petioles), old radish roots, and garlic. Decoction in water. (Hunan Pharmacopoeia)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

【Source】 From "Ben Cao Yan Yi"

From the above explanation, we have some understanding of the effects and functions of taro stems. If there are any symptoms of discomfort in the body, you can use Chinese medicine to regulate it. Chinese medicine has a long history of treating diseases, so you can eat it with confidence.