The efficacy and function of whip-leaf fern

The whip-leaf fern is a traditional Chinese medicinal material. There are precedents of using the whip-leaf fern to treat diseases in ancient times, so we can eat it with confidence. Next, I will mainly introduce to you the effects of whip-leaf fern.

[Other names] Rock lice, tailed maidenhair fern, mountain dragon

[Source] Adiantum caudatum L., a fern of the family Adiantum, the whole plant is used as medicine.

【Habitat distribution】The Yangtze River basin and its southeast and southwest.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter, neutral.

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat, detoxifies, promotes dampness and reduces swelling. Mainly used to treat mastitis and impetigo.

【Usage and Dosage】 Grind into powder and apply on the affected area.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

【Source】 Guizhou Herbal Medicine

The above is an introduction to the Chinese medicinal herb Adiantum whipleaf. For medicinal herbs that we don't understand, we should learn more about them so that we can make full use of them in our lives and not be at a loss.