The efficacy and function of Miscanthus

Many people know that Miscanthus has unique therapeutic effects on some diseases. In fact, the magical effects of Miscanthus are far more than that. The following is a detailed account of the effects of Miscanthus.

[Alias] Bamboo flower.

[Source] Medicinal material source: the inflorescence of Miscanthus angustifolia, a plant of the Poaceae family.

[Original morphology] Miscanthus fragrans is a perennial herb with tall stems, 1-2 meters in height. Glabrous or sparsely pubescent below inflorescence. The leaf sheaths are all longer than the internodes, and are glabrous except for the sheath mouth which has long soft hairs; the ligule is obtuse, 1-2mm long and ciliated at the tip; the leaf blades are linear, 20-50cm long, 6-10mm wide, glabrous, or sparsely pubescent on the underside and covered with white powder. : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : Flowering and fruiting period is from July to November.

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: grows on hillside grasslands or riverside wetlands.

[Chemical composition] The flower spike contains two flavonoid glycosides: prunin and miscanthoside.

[Pharmacological action] The water extract of Bamanhua spike has an inhibitory effect on the formation of IgE in mice. The component MSIS (a non-dialyzable component with a relative molecular mass of ＞ 50000D) has a strong inhibitory effect on the formation of IgE. MSIS, when injected intraperitoneally or intranasally, has an inhibitory effect on both the primary and secondary immune responses induced by injection of dinitrogen-ovalbumin antigen.

【Nature and flavor】 sweet; neutral

【Functions and indications】Promote blood circulation and regulate menstruation. Mainly used for irregular menstruation, amenorrhea, postpartum lochia, hemiplegia

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoction, 30-60g.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

In the above article, we introduced what Miscanthus sinensis is and understood its effects and functions. Miscanthus sinensis can improve our immunity. It also has a therapeutic effect in health preservation and has many benefits to our body.