The efficacy and function of the lotus

The efficacy and function of the lotus

As for lotus, I think some people may have heard of it or even taken it. It doesn’t matter if you haven’t heard of it. Next, I will introduce the lotus to you.

【Other names】 Jiu Tou Qing, Carp Gallbladder

[Source] It is the whole herb of Gentiana wulingensis of the Gentianaceae family. Harvested in summer and autumn, used fresh or dried.

[Original form] Gentiana wulingensis, also known as Gentiana scabra.

[Habitat distribution] It grows on hillsides, under shady forests on hilly land, on forest edges, beside bare rocks and in roadside grass. It is distributed in Zhejiang, Jiangxi, Fujian, Hunan, Guangdong and Guangxi.

【Nature and flavor】 Cool in nature, bitter in taste.

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat and detoxifies, promotes diuresis and improves eyesight. Treat suppurative osteomyelitis, urinary tract infection, conjunctivitis, furuncle and carbuncle.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 0.5 to 2 liang. For external use: mash and apply.

[Additional prescription] ① For the treatment of suppurative osteomyelitis: one liang each of carp gallbladder, bone grass, goldenrod, dandelion, and Viola yedoensis, and five qian each of Ganoderma lucidum and wild chrysanthemum. Decoction in water.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

【Source】 Jiangxi "Chinese Herbal Medicine: Commonly Used Herbs in Zhejiang Folk Medicine"

The above article introduces the role of falling lotus. I hope it will be helpful to you in your life. But it is important to note that you should not randomly combine it with other foods. You should consult a professional before making a decision.

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