The efficacy and function of golden duckweed

Friends who don’t know about duckweed will not understand its effects and functions. Duckweed is a traditional Chinese medicinal material. Many people only know it in terms of its appearance, so it is difficult to understand what benefits duckweed can really bring to people’s bodies. We need to have an in-depth understanding of this medicinal material.

[Other names] fine grass, fish grass, soft grass, pine algae

[Source] Ceratophyllum demersum L., a plant of the genus Ceratophyllum in the family Ceratophyllaceae, is used as medicine in its entirety . It can be harvested in all seasons and sun-dried.

【Nature and flavor】Light, cool.

【Functions and indications】Hemostasis. Used for vomiting blood.

【Usage and Dosage】 1-2 qian, grind into powder and swallow.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

[Source] There is algae in "Illustrated Catalogue of Plant Names and Realities", which says: "Algae, in "Erya": 莙, 牛草, note: similar to algae but larger. Lu Ji's Shishu: There are two kinds, one looks like peony, the other looks like chicken wormwood, both can be eaten as glutinous rice." The one in the attached picture that looks like peony is now verified to be this species.

Through the above introduction, everyone has a good understanding of the traditional Chinese medicine duckweed. It has a very good effect in treating diseases. However, it should be noted that when using duckweed, some methods and techniques should be mastered to consume it in a healthy and scientific manner.