What is the medicinal value of Amaryllis

Amaryllis is a plant with high ornamental value. The appearance of its flower is very similar to that of morning glory, but it is larger and red than amaryllis and grows at the top of the stem, so it is named Amaryllis. Amaryllis is generally seen as a landscape plant for viewing at home, but what everyone does not know is that Amaryllis also has certain medicinal value. The following is a detailed introduction to it.

【Drug name】: Amaryllis

[Pinyin]: ZHUDINGHONG [Source]: It is the bulb of Hippeastrum, a plant of the genus Hippeastrum in the Amaryllis family.

【Effects】: Promote blood circulation, detoxify, disperse blood stasis and reduce swelling.

[Main Indications]: Used for various unknown swellings, bruises, blood stasis, swelling and pain, etc.

[Nature and flavor and meridians]: sweet, spicy, warm, slightly toxic. It enters the liver, spleen, and lung meridians.

[Usage and Dosage]: For oral use: decoction, 9-20 grams. For external use: grind into powder and mix with water to make a paste and apply to the affected area.

[Other name]: Amaryllis (List of medicinal plants in Guangxi)

[Distribution of animal and plant resources]: Originally from Peru in South America, it was introduced for cultivation in my country and is now commonly cultivated in gardens in the north and south.

【Latin name】：Hipeastrum vittalum (L'Her. ) Herb.-Amaryllisvittata Ait.

[Research]: It was first recorded in "Flora of Guangxi".

Amaryllis looks very similar to Clivia, and is also known as "Gentleman Red". Tianjin calls it "Rouge Hole", which is quite interesting. It is now widely cultivated in countries around the world. In addition to being ornamental in potted plants, it is also planted in outdoor gardens to form community landscapes and enhance the garden scenery. The leaves of Amaryllis are thick and shiny, the color of the flowers is soft and bright, and the flowers are large and thick. Suitable for potted display in living rooms, study rooms and windowsills.

The medicinal value of Amaryllis has been comprehensively introduced to you. Amaryllis is very effective in promoting blood circulation. Although it can be used both internally and externally, it is recommended that you follow the doctor's advice for internal use. In addition, although Amaryllis is used for ornamental purposes, more attention should be paid to its maintenance.