The efficacy and function of Yabillhuang

Yazuihuang is a traditional Chinese medicine that is relatively familiar to everyone. It has many benefits to our body. If we want to consume it correctly in our lives, we need to have some understanding of Yazuihuang. Let’s take a look at it below.

[Other names] Small bone-setting, double-whiskered centipede, four-sided grass [Xiamen], chicken tongue, Dingjing grass, field edge grass

[Source] Lindernia anagallis （Burm. f.） Pennell [L. cordifolia （Colsm.） Merr., L. pedunculata Wettst., Vandellia pedunculata Benth.] of the Scrophulariaceae family, the whole plant is used as medicine. Harvest in summer and autumn, wash, and use fresh or dry.

【Nature and flavor】Sweet, light, and cool.

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat and dampness, detoxifies and reduces swelling. Used for tonsillitis, pharyngitis, cough, enteritis, and indigestion in children; used externally to treat carbuncles, sores, and boils.

【Usage and Dosage】 3 to 5 cents. For external use, mash an appropriate amount and apply to the affected area.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

【Source】 Fujian Chinese Herbal Medicine

The above is an introduction to some relevant knowledge about Duckbill Huang. Do you have a better understanding of it? I hope everyone can apply Yazuihuang in their lives to serve our health.