The efficacy and function of Asparagus

The efficacy and function of Asparagus

As we all know, Asparagus cochinchinensis is a very common medicinal material with many years of history. It can also treat many diseases. Let us learn about the medicinal value of Asparagus cochinchinensis.

【English Name】 Toxiform Asparagus

[Other name] Seaweed

[Source] Medicinal material source: The algae of Asparagus cochinchinensis of the Eucalyptus family.

[Original morphology] The algae is dark red-brown or purple-red, 6-12cm high, growing in clusters, with a base material with creeping stems, giving rise to many upright branches, which are cylindrical and conical at the top. They are composed of repeated pinnate branches, which are soft and tender, like brooms, and gradually pointed at the tip. There are axial cells in the center of the medulla. The capsule is broadly oval and protrudes outside the algae. The spermatophores are densely grown on the upper sides of the branches and are oblong or stick-shaped. Hermaphrodite.

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: Grown in deep swamps in the intertidal zone or on reefs in the low tide zone.

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【Nature and flavor】 Spicy; Bitter; Salty; Neutral

【Meridian】 Kidney meridian

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat and detoxifies; softens and disperses lumps. Mainly for scrofula; goiter

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decocted in water, 9-15g.

[Discussions by various scholars] "Xinhua Compendium of Materia Medica": Whole algae: tastes spicy and salty, has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects, and is used for goiter.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

Everyone should know the medicinal value of Asparagus cochinchinensis, so you can be more targeted when consuming it in daily life. More reasonable use of the medicine can better treat some common diseases.

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