The efficacy and function of the claw grass

Many people are not very clear about the herb, so when choosing the herb, you need to understand it so that you can feel at ease when eating it, which is beneficial for disease treatment.

[Other names] Daoda grass, Daozhao grass, Niuhanshui, Niuhanshui, Niuhashui, Zihuayang, Dode grass, and Thorny grass

[Source] Dodartia orientalis L., Scrophulariaceae , is used as medicine with its root or whole plant . Harvest during fruiting period and sun-dry.

【Nature and flavor】 Slightly bitter, cool.

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat and detoxifies, dispels wind and relieves itching. Used for upper respiratory tract infection, pneumonia, tracheitis, tonsillitis, lymphadenitis, urinary tract infection, and neurasthenia. Used externally to treat skin itching, urticaria, and eczema.

【Usage and Dosage】 0.5～1 liang. For external use, use appropriate amount of decoction and wash.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

Having said so much, we can see that there are still many uses for the herb. It can also be used as medicine to treat diseases. You might as well know more about these, it will be helpful in your life.