The efficacy and function of sand fennel

The efficacy and function of sand fennel

I wonder if you have ever heard of sand fennel. Sand fennel is very beneficial for regulating our body and can also play a good role in treating some diseases. Today let us look at the relevant knowledge about sand fennel.

[Other names] Wild fennel, Peucedanum chinense

[Source] Ferula borealis Kuan [Peucedanum rigidum Bunge] of the Apiaceae family, the roots, seeds and whole herb are used as medicine.

【Habitat distribution】 Liaoning, Jilin, Inner Mongolia and Ningxia.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter, pungent, slightly cold.

【Functions and indications】 Root: antipyretic, antitussive, expectorant. It is mainly used to treat colds, fever, headache, bronchitis, cough, wheezing, and chest tightness.

[Usage and Dosage] 1 to 3 qian of roots, 0.5 to 1 qian of seeds. Apply an appropriate amount of the whole herb externally, decoct it in water and use it to fumigate and wash the affected joints, once a day.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

Through the above description, we know what sand fennel is and what effects it has. Sand fennel has high medicinal value and is beneficial to improving the immune system. It is a worthy choice for us.

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