The efficacy and function of Amaranthus alba[picture]

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 Amaranthus alba [picture]?

[Other names] Artemisia rotten feet, white Achyranthes bidentata, native Achyranthes bidentata, Chinese Achyranthes bidentata

[Source] Medicinal material source: The root or flower of Amaranthus alba, a plant of the Amaranthaceae family.

[Original form] Perennial herb, up to 1 meter tall. The stem is erect or slightly spreading, with white soft hairs that gradually fall off. Leaves are opposite or alternate, ovate-elliptical, oblong or lanceolate, 1.5-8cm long, 5-35mm wide, with a small awn tip at the apex, cuneate base, white pubescent on both sides, glabrous when old; petiole 2-10mm long. The spike inflorescence is axillary and terminal, densely packed in a racemose manner at the top of the stem; the flowers are bisexual or polygamous; the pedicel and pedicel have long white silky hairs; the bracts and bracteoles are ovate, with white soft hairs on the outside; the tepals are 5, white or pink, oblong, and covered with long white silky hairs on the outside; the stamens are short, and the reduced stamens are linear; the stigma is 2-lobed. The fruit is ovate and does not crack. The flowering and fruiting period is from April to October.

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: Grown under sparse forests on hillsides at low altitudes.

【Nature and flavor】 Pungent; slightly cold

【Functions and indications】Promote blood circulation and dissipate blood stasis; clear away heat and remove dampness. Mainly used for irregular menstruation, blood stasis, metrorrhagia, amenorrhea, traumatic injury, rheumatic joint pain, damp-heat jaundice, dysentery, corneal opacity

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 15-30g; or soak in wine.

【Note】 Pregnant women should not take this medicine. "National Collection of Chinese Herbal Medicines": "This product should not be taken when soaked in wine. Avoid taking sour or cold food. Pregnant women should avoid taking it."

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

Through the detailed introduction of Amaranthus alba [picture] in this article, we can learn about the relevant functions and eating methods of Amaranthus alba [picture]. The value of Amaranthus alba[picture] can be seen from its efficacy, which fully demonstrates the importance of Amaranthus alba[picture].