The efficacy and function of coriander in western Hubei

We know that there are many kinds of Chinese medicinal materials, and Hubei coriander is one of them. In order for the Hubei coriander to play its role correctly and scientifically, it is necessary to master its consumption method, because different medicinal materials have their own unique nutrition and efficacy. Let’s study it below.

[Source] Medicinal material source: the whole herb of the Umbelliferae plant.

[Original form] Perennial creeping herb, 10-45m high. The whole plant is densely covered with short soft hairs. The stolons are smooth and hairless, with roots growing at the nodes. Stem erect or procumbent at base, unbranched. Leaves are alternate; petioles are 4-12cm long and pubescent; stipules are membranous with purple spots; leaf blades are round-reniform or cordate-reniform, 2-4cm long, 3.5-7cm wide, 5-7 deeply lobed, the middle lobe is broadly ovate or obovate, the lobe margins are compound serrate, and both sides are coarsely pubescent. The peduncle is solitary at the upper part of the stem, opposite the leaves and longer than the petiole; the bracts are membranous and densely grown at the base of the pedicel; the inflorescence is umbel; the pedicel is smooth; the petals are ovate with purple-red spots; the style is rolled inward when young and recurved outward when the fruit is ripe. The fruit is purple-red and turns purple-black when ripe. Flowering and fruiting period is July-August.

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: Grown under bamboo forests or moist grasslands at an altitude of 1250-1780m.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter; Cool

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat and dampness; detoxifies and promotes blood circulation. It is used for damp-heat jaundice, dysentery, stranguria, stone forest, mouth sores, ear abscesses, and traumatic injuries.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoction, 6-15g. For external use: Apply appropriate amount to the affected area.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

The above describes some ways to eat coriander from western Hubei. Although many medicinal herbs can be eaten, we must remind everyone that Chinese medicines generally cannot be taken indiscriminately and should be used according to your own situation.