The efficacy and function of ear grass

Ear grass is a very common Chinese medicine. Although it is very common, it has many magical effects. Let’s take a look at it below.

[Other names] Carassius auratus, fine-leaved yam nest, knotweed

[Source] The whole herb of Hedyotis auricularia L. [Oldenlandia auricularia （L.）F-Muell.] of the Rubiaceae family. It can be harvested throughout the year, washed, and used fresh or dried.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter, cool.

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat and detoxifies, cools blood and reduces swelling. Used for colds and fever, lung heat cough, sore throat, acute conjunctivitis, enteritis, and dysentery; used externally to treat snake bites, bruises, carbuncles, mastitis, and eczema.

[Usage and Dosage] 3-5 qian; for external use, mash the fresh leaves and apply to the affected area, or boil them in water and wash with them.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

[Source] The book "Essentials of the Nature of Raw Medicinal Herbs" first recorded the herb. Later, in the "Lingnan Herbal Medicine Collection Record", under the entry for Crucian Carp Gall Grass, there is another name called Jiao Jian Grass. The entry says: "Herb, leaves are opposite, pointed and long, with whole edges, and small flowers growing from the leaf axils." Based on this description, it is consistent with the current Rubiaceae plant Ear Grass.

As a common Chinese medicinal material, ear grass is often forgotten by people. In fact, its effects and functions are beyond your imagination. As long as you are good at eating it and use the right method, I believe it will be of great help to your body.