The efficacy and function of Dianthus glabra

The development of Western medicine has brought some crises to traditional Chinese medicine. But traditional Chinese medicine still has many magical aspects. Let’s talk about the effects and functions of the traditional Chinese medicine Dianthus glabra.

[Source] Medicinal material source: the whole herb of Caryophyllaceae.

[Original form] Perennial herb, the whole plant is glabrous, 30-40cm tall. The taproot is thick. Stems tufted, branched at base, erect or obliquely ascending. Simple leaves are opposite; the leaves are linear or linear-lanceolate, 1.4-4cm long, 1-2mm wide, with pointed tips, leaf bases fused in short sheaths, with one vein, and flowerless shoots in the leaf axils at the bottom of the stem. The panicle cymes are arranged loosely; the bracts are ovate-lanceolate or lanceolate, 3-9mm long, 1-1.5mm wide, acuminate at the apex, united at the base, short sheath-like, with 1 vein and membranous margins; the calyx is campanulate-cylindrical, 3-4mm long, 1.5-2mm wide, 5-lobed, the calyx teeth are triangular, pointed at the apex, and membranous at the margins; the petals are 5, white or pink, 1.5-2 times the length of the calyx, slightly concave or truncated at the base; there are 10 stamens; the ovary is ovate, with 2 styles. Flowering and fruiting period is July-August.

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: Grown on semi-sunny slopes at an altitude of 2800-3000m.

【Nature and flavor】 Slightly sweet; spicy; neutral

【Functions and indications】Relieve cough and resolve phlegm. Main cough

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decocted in water, 6-9g.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

This article introduces some basic knowledge about the medicinal material Dianthus glabra. Dianthus glabra is very effective in treating some related diseases of the human body. Moreover, Dianthus glabra has a certain regulating effect on the body and can be consumed in moderation.