The efficacy and function of wild rice root

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 Ziziphus chinensis?

[Alias] Jufeng (Huainanzi), Gujianggen (Buque Ehoufang).

[Source] It is the rhizome and root of the Poaceae plant Zizania lagenaria .

【Nature and flavor】 Sweet, cold.

【Functions and indications】 Treats diabetes and burns caused by hot water or fire.

[Usage and Dosage] For internal use: decoct in water, 2 to 3 liang for fresh ones. For external use: burn the medicine, grind it into powder and apply it on the affected area.

[Additional prescription] ① To treat burns caused by hot water or fire that have not yet formed sores: wash the roots of Chinese cattail and ginger to remove the dirt, burn them to ashes, mix with egg yolk and apply to the affected area. (Behind the Elbow)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Bencao Jing Jizhu"; Tao Hongjing: The root of Cattail is similar to the root of Reed, it is cold and sharp.

Through the detailed introduction of Zizania root in this article, we can learn about the related functions and eating methods of Zizania root. The value of foxtail root can be seen from its efficacy, which fully reflects the importance of foxtail root.