The efficacy and function of sesame grass

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. So do you know about the medicinal herb sesame?

[Source] It is the whole herb of the Scrophulariaceae plant Scrophulariaceae . Harvest in summer and autumn and sun-dried.

[Original morphology] Erect herb, 20 to 30 cm tall, the whole plant is covered with pubescence. The fibrous roots are rusty yellow. The leaves at the bottom of the stem are opposite, while those at the top are alternate. The leaves are lanceolate, 0.5'-'2.5 cm long, 0.3-0.5 cm wide, and entire. The flowers are small, axillary, and arranged in spikes; the calyx is spathe-shaped, split on one side, and is about 1.2 cm long; the corolla is tubular, elongated and curved, and purple-blue; there are 4 stamens and the anthers are spurred. The fruit is a capsule. The flowering period is from October to November.

[Habitat distribution] Growing on field ridges, water banks and wastelands. Distributed from southwest to southeast my country.

【Nature and flavor】Warm in nature, sour and slightly numbing.

【Functions and indications】Reduce swelling, relieve blood stasis, stop bleeding and relieve pain. Treat hemoptysis, hemoptysis, hematemesis, blood stasis caused by internal injuries, and rheumatoid arthritis.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 0.5-1 liang. For external use: mash and apply.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Selected Chinese Herbal Medicines in Simao, Yunnan"

Through the introduction in the above article, I believe everyone has a certain understanding of sesame grass. Sesame grass has a great effect and is very beneficial to the human body. Therefore, everyone can choose sesame grass according to their physical condition, but it should still be done under the doctor's advice.