The efficacy and function of horseradish

Traditional Chinese medicine often has unexpected effects in the treatment of certain diseases, so you can choose Chinese medicine with confidence. However, when choosing Chinese medicine, you need to understand the medicine so that when treating the disease, you will know what kind of medicine is the best choice. Let us introduce the Chinese medicine horseradish.

[Source] Medicinal material source: the whole herb of Shepherd's purse of the Cruciferae family.

[Original form] Rock shepherd's purse is a biennial or perennial herb, 20-40cm tall. The whole plant is hairless. Stems numerous, ascending or erect, branched. The leaves are more or less fleshy, with basal leaves cordate or kidney-shaped, 7-12mm long, 8-18mm wide, obtuse at the apex, cordate at the base, and entire; petioles are up to 5cm long; leaves at the lower part of the stem are the same shape as the basal leaves but smaller, with shorter petioles; leaves in the middle or upper part of the stem are ovate or nearly circular, 5-15mm long, cuneate at the base, clasping the stem, with 1-2 teeth on the margin. The raceme is initially contracted and then elongated; sepals are elliptical; petals are 4, obovate, 4-5mm long, white and fragrant; stamens are 6; pistil is 1, ovary is 2-chambered, style is short, with capitate stigma. The short siliques are ovate or round, 3-5mm long, loosely arranged, cracked, with a raised midrib and reticular veins. There are 2-4 seeds in each chamber, which are oval, slightly flattened, reddish brown, and have blunt tubercle-like protrusions. The flowering period is April and the fruiting period is May.

[Habitat distribution] Native to northwestern Europe and the Alps. It is cultivated in our country.

【Nature and flavor】 Spicy; slightly warm

【Functions and indications】Relieve rheumatism and strengthen the spleen and stomach. It is used for rheumatic pain, gout, indigestion, toothache, lockjaw, and scurvy.

[Usage and Dosage] For internal use: drink the juice, 6-10g of fresh leaves; or decoct in water.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

I believe that through the detailed introduction of horseradish in this article, everyone can understand the efficacy and medicinal properties of horseradish. I hope this helps you all.