Pig's Bristle Fern, also known as Pteris vittata, is a common fern plant. It is named after its long stems and color, which resemble pig hair. Pig's Bristle Fern is not only used in medicine, but also has great horticultural value. Let's take a look at the efficacy and effects of Pig's Bristle Fern!
【Efficacy and Effects of Pig's Bristle Fern】
1. Relieves cough and phlegm
Pig's Bristle Fern has the effects of relieving cough and phlegm, softening hard masses, tonifying deficiency, and stopping cough. It can be used to treat bronchitis, asthma, cough with lung heat, hemoptysis, pneumonia, etc.
2. Detoxification and anti-inflammatory
Pharmacological studies have shown that plants of this species have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory activities. They are commonly used in the treatment of snake and insect bites, upper respiratory tract infections, mastitis, postpartum blood stasis, etc.
3. Diuretic and anti-lithic
Pig's Bristle Fern enters the small intestine and bladder channels, and has diuretic and anti-lithic effects. It can be used in the treatment of urinary tract infections, lymph node tuberculosis, dysentery abdominal pain, etc.
【Application Value of Pig's Bristle Fern】
1. Medicinal value
Pig's Bristle Fern can clear heat, detoxify, and diuretic. It is used for dysentery, scrofula, cough with lung heat, hepatitis, gonorrhea, snake bites, and injuries.
Pharmacological studies have shown that Pteris vittata has anti-tumor, anti-cardiovascular disease, anti-inflammatory and analgesic, immune regulation, blood sugar-lowering, antioxidant, and anti-aging effects.
Pig's Bristle Fern has a bitter and cool taste, with the effects of clearing heat, resolving phlegm, diuresis, and reducing swelling. It can be used for cough with lung heat, hemoptysis, joint pain, cloudy leucorrhea, ulcers, eczema, and other conditions.
2. Horticultural value
Pig's Bristle Fern prefers shade, has strong adaptability, and is easy to cultivate. It is suitable for indoor potted plants for year-round ornamental purposes.
Small potted plants can be placed on desks and coffee tables; larger potted plants can be used to decorate windowsills, corridors, or living rooms in shaded rooms. The leaves of Pteris vittata are also good materials for cutting and dried flowers.
【Application of Pig's Bristle Fern in Prescriptions】
Treatment for rheumatoid arthritis: Fresh Pig's Bristle Fern (1 liang) soaked in wine (1 jin). Take a small handful (about 2 liang) each time and warm it.
Treatment for urinary blockage in children: Pig's Bristle Fern (2 qian), Zhu Ling (3 qian). Decoction and take orally.
Treatment for urinary bleeding and stranguria: Pig's Bristle Fern, Hai Jin Sha, Tiesi Niu, each 5 qian, decoct and take orally.
Treatment for urinary tract infection and stones: Pig's Bristle Fern, 3 to 5 qian, decoct and take orally.
Treatment for skin itching, ulcers, and eczema: Fresh Pig's Bristle Fern (2 liang), boil in water and use the decoction to wash.
Treatment for mastitis and lactation obstruction: Pig's Bristle Fern, 3 to 5 qian, decoct and take orally, sweet wine as an adjuvant.
