The efficacy and function of Basella alba

The medical value of Basella alba is beyond our imagination. It is very effective in treating some diseases. Basella alba contains many substances that are beneficial to the human body. Let’s take a look.

[Other names] Tengluocai, Tengqi, red vine vegetable, vine vegetable, slippery vegetable fruit, Chancai, Cunjindan, rouge vegetable, rouge bean, soft ginger, sticky vine, white tiger beard, monkey seven

[Source] Basella rubra L., a plant of the genus Basella in the family Basellaceae, is used as medicine with its whole plant . It can be harvested in all seasons and used fresh or dried.

【Nature and flavor】Sweet, light, and cool.

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat, detoxifies, sets bones and relieves pain. Used for appendicitis, dysentery, constipation, cystitis; used externally to treat fractures, bruises, traumatic bleeding, and burns.

[Usage and Dosage] 1-2 liang; for external use, mash an appropriate amount and apply to the affected area.

[Remarks] (1) In some areas of Yunnan Province, this herb is believed to have a nourishing and strengthening effect. The whole plant can be used to treat long-term illness, physical weakness, and dizziness; the root can treat malnutrition-related edema; the flower can treat nipple rupture and chickenpox.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

[Source] "Bielu"

The above are the effects and functions of Basella alba. We can also eat Basella alba reasonably according to our own situation to relieve the pain caused by the disease.