The efficacy and function of lucky grass

As a traditional Chinese medicine, do you know the medicinal value of lucky grass? How does traditional Chinese medicine use lucky grass to treat diseases? And what should you pay attention to when using lucky grass to treat diseases in daily life? Don't worry, we will answer them one by one for you.

[Other names] Small green gall, small-leaved evergreen, jade belt grass, Guanyin grass

[Source] It is a plant of the genus Reineckea in the Liliaceae family, Reineckea carnea (Andr.) Kunth, and the whole plant is used as medicine. It can be harvested throughout the year, washed, and used fresh or cut into sections and dried.

【Nature and flavor】 Sweet, neutral.

【Functions and indications】Moistens the lungs and relieves cough, dispels wind, and sets bones. Used for pulmonary tuberculosis, cough with hemoptysis, chronic bronchitis, asthma, rheumatoid arthritis; used externally to treat injuries and fractures.

[Usage and Dosage] 0.5-1 liang; for external use, mash and stir-fry with wine and apply to the affected area.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

【Source】 "Compendium of Materia Medica"

Through the detailed introduction above, we have a good understanding of the efficacy and functions of the traditional Chinese medicine herb. I hope this can be helpful to everyone.