The efficacy and function of fern

There are so many medicinal herbs in the world, and it is inevitable that there are some that we are not familiar with. But as long as we have the spirit of learning throughout our lives, I believe we can slowly learn more medical herbs. Do you know about the medicinal herb Fern?

【Alias】 Spring is gone, a cloud

[Source] Botrychium virginianum (L.) Sw., a fern plant of the genus Botrychium in the family Pteridaceae, is used as medicine with its whole plant . Dig up in spring and winter, used fresh or sun-dried.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter, astringent, and cool.

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat, detoxifies, reduces swelling and resolves stagnation. Used for lung abscess and conjunctivitis; used externally to treat trauma, snake bites, and cervical lymph node tuberculosis.

[Usage and Dosage] 2 to 3 coins; for external use, take appropriate amount of fresh grass, mash it and apply it to the affected area.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

The medicinal value of bracken introduced in the article is of great help to our lives. In fact, many physical illnesses can be treated with some Chinese medicinal materials such as fern. The profound Chinese medicine culture should continue to be passed on.