The efficacy and function of ground vegetables

Chinese medicine has different effects on our body and can regulate our body. Today we will introduce a Chinese medicine: Dichroa chinensis. What are its specific effects and functions? Let’s take a look.

【Other name】 Fudicai

[Source] It is a plant of the genus Trigonotis, Trigonotis peduncularis (Trev.) Benth., Boraginaceae family. The whole plant is used as medicine. Collect in summer and autumn, pull out the whole plant, remove impurities, dry it and set aside.

【Nature and flavor】Sweet, spicy, warm.

【Functions and indications】Warms the middle and strengthens the stomach, reduces swelling, relieves pain, and stops bleeding. Used for stomachache, acid reflux, hematemesis; used externally to treat bruises and fractures.

[Usage and Dosage] 1-2 qian, grind into powder and take 3-5 fen. For external use, mash an appropriate amount and apply to the affected area.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

[Source] Illustrated Records of Plant Names and Realities

Now you know the function of ground lettuce. I didn’t know that ground ivy was such a valuable thing before, which shows that our knowledge is not broad enough. So in the future life, learning more about it can be a good way to maintain health. In fact, if you want to maintain your health, there is knowledge everywhere in life.