Desert Cistanche

Many people may not know what Cistanche deserticola is. In fact, Cistanche deserticola is Dayun, which is Chagan Gaoya in Mongolian. The main distribution area of ​​Cistanche is the arid area in northwest my country, among which Xinjiang and Inner Mongolia are the most widely distributed. The so-called desert Cistanche is the Cistanche that grows in desert areas. Cistanche deserticola is a precious Chinese medicine with high economic and medicinal value.

If you want to grow Cistanche deserticola, it is best to choose sandy soil or semi-desert areas. Places with alkaline or slightly alkaline soil are most suitable for growing Cistanche deserticola. When planting Cistanche deserticola, the planting area must be fenced to prevent camels, cattle and sheep from grazing on it.

Cistanche deserticola is also a relict plant of the ancient Mediterranean and has certain scientific value for the study of the desert flora of central Asia. Endangered species. Due to large-scale harvesting, the number of Cistanche deserticola has decreased sharply. According to the survey, there are only 7 Cistanche deserticola plants among every thousand parasitic plants of Haloxylon ammodendron. Because Haloxylon ammodendron is an excellent feed for camels and fuel for local people, overgrazing and large-scale logging of Haloxylon ammodendron have also put Cistanche deserticola in a critical situation. A large-scale Haloxylon ammodendron conservation area with a focus on protecting Cistanche deserticola should be established. Cutting down Haloxylon ammodendron and digging up Cistanche deserticola are strictly prohibited, and artificial breeding should be actively carried out to expand its distribution area. Currently, Alxa Prefecture has converted 200 million mu of farmland into forest and established protected areas, and 400,000 mu of artificial forest land. The desert is windy and the host roots are often exposed by the wind. You should pay attention to building up the soil or use branches to surround the host roots to prevent wind. The seedbed should be watered and protected regularly, and other plants should be removed. When Cistanche blooms in May, artificial pollination should be carried out to increase the fruit setting rate.

One of the effects of Cistanche is anti-aging. In addition, Cistanche can promote human metabolism and adjust endocrine system. Regular consumption of Cistanche can strengthen the body. The method of consuming Cistanche is relatively simple. You can just soak it in water and drink it. In addition, Cistanche can also be used to make medicinal wine or stew soup.