The efficacy and function of Salsola

Many people choose Salsola because of its high-value pharmacological effects, but be careful not to eat it casually, otherwise it will have some bad effects on the body. We need to understand it before eating it. Are you ready?

[Alias] Zhapengke, Zhapenghao, Zhumaoying, Zhumaohao, Sanchamingke

[Source] Salsola collina Pall., a plant of the genus Salsola in the Chenopodiaceae family, is used as medicine with its whole plant . When it blooms in summer and autumn, cut the above-ground parts, cut into sections, and dry them in the sun. (Harvested during the flowering period can help lower blood pressure.)

【Nature and flavor】Light, cool.

【Functions and indications】Lowers blood pressure. Used for hypertension.

【Usage and Dosage】 0.5～1 liang.

[Remarks] ( 1 ) Salsola rutheanica Iljin has a similar morphology and has a certain antihypertensive effect.

【Excerpt】National Compilation of Chinese Herbal Medicines

【Source】Hebei Traditional Chinese Medicine Handbook

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