The efficacy and function of pearl dew grass

Pearl dew grass is a kind of traditional Chinese medicine. There are records of pearl dew grass in ancient Chinese medical books. Pearl dew grass can treat many diseases and its effects are very comprehensive. We should make good use of it.

[Other names] Dew grass, cockscomb ginseng

[Source] It is the root of the spider silk blue ear grass of the Commelinaceae family. Harvested in summer and autumn. Use fresh or dried.

[Original morphology] Herb, 20 to 35 cm tall, the whole plant is densely covered with soft hairs. There are many lateral roots. The radicular leaves are lanceolate; the cauline leaves are alternate, with the base extending downward into a membranous sheath and entire margin. The flower stems grow away from the base, in short spikes, dense, axillary or terminal; the flowers are basket-colored. Capsule.

[Habitat distribution] Grown in sunny sparse woods and grass. Distributed in Yunnan, Taiwan and Guangdong.

【Nature and flavor】Pungent, slightly bitter, warm.

【Functions and indications】Warms the meridians and dredges the collaterals, removes dampness and relieves pain. Treat rheumatoid arthritis and numbness of the limbs.

[Usage and Dosage] For internal use: decoct in water, 1 to 2 liang; or stew with meat.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Yunnan Chinese Herbal Medicine"

The above is an introduction to the effects, functions and eating methods of Pearl Dew Grass. When choosing it, you need to understand how to use it.