The efficacy and function of Lushan Wawei

Lushan Wawei is a traditional Chinese medicinal material. There are precedents of using Lushan Wawei to treat diseases in ancient times, so we can eat it with confidence. Next, I will mainly introduce to you the effects of Lushan Wawei.

[Other names] Seven-star grass, dominoes grass

[Source] Medicinal material source: the whole herb of the Polypodiaceae plant Waxwings.

【Original morphology】 Plant height 10-15cm. The rhizome is long and horizontal, and together with the base of the petiole, is covered with dark brown, lanceolate, subulate scales, with an oval base and slightly serrated edges. Leaves are subspermous; petiole is 1-2cm long, glabrous; leaf blade is leathery, linear, 6-12cm long, 2-3mm wide, blunt-headed, with both sides of the base extending down to almost the base of the petiole, smooth on the upper side, with occasional small scales along both sides of the midrib on the lower side, and the edges curled back in a beaded shape; the midrib is slightly raised on both sides, the lateral veins are not obvious, the veinlets are reticulate, and the internal veinlets are often forked. The sporangium is oval or oblong, borne dorsally between the midrib and the center of the leaf edge, often half covered by the curled leaf margin, causing the fertile part of the leaf blade to become beaded; when young, it is covered with shield-shaped septa.

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: Growing between rock walls on hillside roadsides at an altitude of 600-1000m.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter; neutral

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat and dampness; reduces swelling and relieves pain. Mainly used for colds and coughs; diarrhea; painful urination; injuries from falls

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decocted in water, 9-15g. For external use: take appropriate amount and mash it for application.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

The medicinal value of Lushan Wawi 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 Lushan Wawei. The profound Chinese medicine culture should continue to be passed on.