The efficacy and function of old man grass

I wonder if you have ever heard of old man grass. Old man grass has great benefits for regulating our body and can also play a good role in treating some diseases. Today let us look at the relevant knowledge about old man grass.

[Alias] Small spear fragrant mugwort (Handbook of Commonly Used Chinese Herbal Medicines in Qinghai), Old man mugwort (Handbook of Commonly Used Chinese Herbal Medicines in Heilongjiang).

[Source] It is the whole herb of the plant Edelweiss of the Asteraceae family. Harvest in June-July, wash, remove the bark of the remaining branches and leaves and roots, and dry them in the sun.

[Original form] Pedaloe vera, also known as: Snow grass, white wormwood.

[Habitat distribution] Growing on dry hillsides, ditches and fields. Distributed in Northwest, Northeast, North China and other places.

[Properties and flavors] "Handbook of Commonly Used Chinese Herbal Medicines in Northeast China": "slightly bitter, cold."

【Functions and indications】 ① "Handbook of Commonly Used Chinese Herbal Medicines in Northeast China": "It clears away heat and cools blood, benefits the kidneys and promotes diuresis. It can treat acute nephritis and hematuria."

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 3 to 4 qian.

[Additional prescription] To treat nephritis: Boil one or two grams of fireweed in water and add three eggs, then eat. (Handbook of Commonly Used Chinese Herbal Medicines in Heilongjiang)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From the Handbook of Commonly Used Chinese Herbal Medicines in Northeast China

This article introduces some basic knowledge about the medicinal herb Lagenaria officinalis. Lagenaria officinalis is very effective in treating some related diseases of the human body. Moreover, old man grass has a certain regulating effect on the body and can be consumed in moderation at ordinary times.