The efficacy and function of Tianshengcao

Modern medical research believes that Tianshengcao contains many nutrients that are beneficial to the human body. As a traditional Chinese medicine, its efficacy and function have been widely recognized. Let's take a look at its specific situation.

[Other names] Wild leek, loofah, snake bite medicine (Yunnan Chinese Herbal Medicine), white Thousand Needle Thread Grass, large orchid ginseng (Kunming Folk Commonly Used Herbs).

[Source] It is the root of the Liliaceae plant. Harvest in summer and autumn.

[Original form] Perennial herb, about 30 cm high. Roots clustered, thin cylindrical. The leaves are clustered at the base, ribbon-shaped, 18-22 cm long, 1-1.5 cm wide, gradually pointed at the apex, entire, with parallel veins and the midrib protruding below. The raceme is terminal; the bracts are shorter than the flowers, narrow and extremely pointed; the flowers are white, 2 to 3 in clusters, opening one by one, with a short stalk, the stalk has a node in the middle, and a pair of ovate-lanceolate bracts at the base; the perianth has 6 linear lobes; there are 6 stamens, the anthers are long, curved, yellow, and have 2 tails at the base; the ovary is sessile, 3-chambered, and each chamber has 12 ovules. The capsule has 3 wings and 2 seeds in each locule. The seeds are round, black with spots, and have 2 ears at the base.

[Habitat distribution] Grown in the shade and wet places in the forest on the hillside. Distributed in Yunnan and other places.

【Properties and flavors】 ① "Yunnan Chinese Herbal Medicine": "light, flat."

【Functions and indications】 ① "Yunnan Chinese Herbal Medicine": "clears away heat and detoxifies, invigorates swelling and eliminates dampness. Treats rheumatism, infantile malnutrition, mastitis, and snake bites."

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 3 to 5 qian. For external use: mash and apply.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Yunnan Chinese Herbal Medicine"

This is all we have to say about the efficacy of Tianshengcao. I hope it will be helpful to you. Although the value of natural grass is very high, we must be cautious when eating it.