The efficacy and function of Dahei Yao

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 called Dahei Yao?

[Source] It is the root of Inula japonica of the Asteraceae family . Harvested in autumn.

[Original form] Perennial herb, about 65 cm tall. The roots are thick. The leaves are alternate, oblanceolate, gradually narrowing upwards, about 13 cm long and 4 cm wide, obtuse or rounded at the apex, narrowly cuneate at the base, with inconspicuous thorn-like teeth on the edges, and hairy on both sides; the petioles are winged and extend downward to form wing stems. The inflorescence is arranged in a cone shape, terminal and axillary; the involucre is bell-shaped, with multiple rows of linear bracts; the flowers are light yellow, the ligulate flowers are narrow and thin, and the tubular flowers are in multiple rows. Achenes have white pappus. Flowering period is autumn.

[Habitat distribution] Grown on hillsides, thickets, and shady and moist places under forests. Distributed in Yunnan and other places.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter, neutral.

【Functions and indications】Tonify deficiency, clear away heat and detoxify.

[Additional prescription] ① For treating dizziness, palpitations, tinnitus and sweating: 5 qian of large black medicinal root and 5 qian of thousand needle thread grass. Decoction: decocted in water with brown sugar as a guide; can also be used to cook meat, or ground into powder and steamed with meat and eggs.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Commonly Used Herbs in Kunming Folk Culture"

The above is a brief introduction to the effects of big black medicine. I hope it can help all friends. In general, the health-preserving effects of big black medicine are very powerful. Therefore, big black medicine can be used in daily life to better promote physical health.