The efficacy and function of the yellow grass

The traditional Chinese medicine Gan Huang Cao is often used by people in real life because of its effects and efficacy. So, what are the effects and functions of the yellow grass? Let us study it together.

[Other names] Pulling root vegetable, mountain eel, water willow [Sichuan], water zelan [Guizhou]

[Source] Penthorum chinense Pursh, a plant of the genus Penthorum in the Crassulaceae family, is used as medicine with its whole plant . Harvest in autumn, wash, dry or use fresh.

【Nature and flavor】 Sweet, warm.

【Functions and indications】It can promote diuresis and remove dampness, remove blood stasis and relieve pain. Used for jaundice and edema; used externally to treat injuries from falls.

【Usage and Dosage】 0.5～1 liang. For external use, mash an appropriate amount and apply to the affected area.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

The above are the effects and functions of the herb. We can also eat the herb reasonably according to our own situation to relieve the pain caused by the disease.