The efficacy and function of blackhead grass

The traditional Chinese medicine Herba Glechomae is often used by people in real life because of its functions and effects. So, what are the effects and functions of blackhead grass? Let us study it together.

[Alias] Huangyao (Selected Chinese Herbal Medicines in Simao, Yunnan), Rhubarb, No. 1 Huangyao, Diaodiahuang, and Xiaoxiangru (Honghe Chinese Herbal Medicine).

[Source] It is the whole herb of Elsholtzia ningpoensis, a plant of the Lamiaceae family. Harvest in summer and autumn, wash and store in the shade; or use fresh.

[Original form] Subshrub, 1 to 2 meters high. The whole plant has fragrance. The stem is square, woody at the base, purple-red and glabrous. Young branches sparsely covered with white short hairs. Leaves are opposite; lanceolate, 12-20 cm long, 2-5 cm wide, gradually pointed at the apex, rounded or cuneate at the base, with finely pointed teeth on the margins, and densely covered with small oil spots on the underside; petiole about 5 mm long. Pseudospikes terminal or axillary; flowers small, whorled on the axis, drooping, white, 2-lipped, nutlets obovate. Flowering period is October.

[Habitat distribution] It grows on hillsides, ditch edges, and in grass, and is often cultivated. Distributed in Yunnan and other places.

[Properties and flavors] "Selected Chinese Herbal Medicines in Simao, Yunnan": "spicy, warm."

【Functions and indications】 "Selected Chinese Herbal Medicines in Simao, Yunnan": "Dispel wind and cold, relieve fever and relieve pain. Treat malaria, influenza, colds, pharyngitis, tonsillitis."

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 3 to 5 grams. For external use: mash and apply.

[Additional prescription] ① To prevent and treat anthrax and influenza: decocted three to five cents of rhubarb (dry product) into a decoction. (Honghe Chinese Herbal Medicine)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

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

I believe that through the detailed introduction of blackhead grass in this article, everyone can understand the efficacy and medicinal properties of blackhead grass. I hope this helps you all.