The efficacy and function of Xanthium sibiricum

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 Xanthium sibiricum?

[Other names] Hemp worm (Shengji Zonglu), Xanthium sibiricum (Compendium of Materia Medica).

[Source] It is the larvae of an insect that lives in the stems of the Xanthium sibiricum plant of the Asteraceae family. In summer and autumn, look for Xanthium sibiricum stems with holes worms inside, which contain borers. Use a knife to cut them out and use them immediately, or dry them and store them in an airtight container, or soak them in oil for later use.

【Functions and indications】 Treat carbuncle and hemorrhoids.

[Usage and Dosage] For external use: grind into powder and apply, mash and apply, or soak in sesame oil and then apply.

[Additional prescription] ① To treat all carbuncle and unknown swelling and ulcer: ㈠ Hemp worm (fried until yellow), white silkworm, and Jiangcha in equal parts. Grind it into powder and mix it with honey to apply on the affected area. (Shengji Zonglu) ㈡ There is a worm in the stem of Xanthium sibiricum and three to four fen of white plum flesh. Mash them together into paste and apply it on the affected area. ("Baoshoutang Experience Prescription")

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