The efficacy and function of mussel flower

The efficacy and function of mussel flower

In today's society, health preservation seems to be an eternal topic. Nowadays, many people like to use some Chinese medicinal materials to regulate their bodies, because these medicinal materials are natural and pollution-free. Here we will introduce to you the medicinal material of clam flower.

[Source] Rhoeo discolor (L'Her.) Hance, a plant of the genus Rhoeo in the Commelinaceae family, is used as medicine with its flowers and leaves . It can be harvested throughout the year and used fresh or dried, or the flowers can be steamed for about 10 minutes and dried.

【Nature and flavor】Sweet, light, and cool.

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat and resolves phlegm, cools blood and stops dysentery. Used for dry cough, hemoptysis, whooping cough, lymph node tuberculosis, dysentery, and bloody stool.

[Usage and Dosage] 1 to 2 taels of fresh leaves, or 20 to 30 dried flowers.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

After reading the above article, I believe everyone has basically understood the effects and functions of clam flowers, right? The medicinal value of clam flowers is extremely high, but it is not suitable for everyone. You should judge based on your own actual situation. I hope everyone will pay attention to this.

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