The efficacy and function of Shifan

The efficacy and function of Shifan

There are so many medicinal herbs in the world, and it is inevitable that there are some that we are not familiar with. But as long as we have the spirit of learning throughout our lives, I believe we can slowly learn more medical herbs. So do you know about the medicinal herb Shifan?

[Alias] Sea fan (Encyclopedia of Zoology)

[Source] It is the calcareous skeleton of the gorgonian coral of the Gorgonidae family.

[Original form] The whole plant is tree-like with many branches, which often expand into a flat surface and do not spread out in all directions. There are numerous small polyps in between, each with tentacles 8. Its skeleton is calcareous, black and brittle. It is about 10 to 12 cm high.

[Habitat distribution] Grown among the rocky reefs of warm seas. Distributed along the southern coast of my country.

【Properties and flavors】 ①《Rihuazi Bencao》: "neutral, non-toxic."

【Function and indication】 ①Tao Hongjing: "Treats stranguria caused by stones."

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

【Source】 From 1. "Bencao Shiyi".

The above is a detailed introduction to the medicinal value of Shifan. There are also some ways and methods when eating Shifan. The above methods of eating are very helpful for regulating various problems of the human body, so you can do it with confidence.

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