Ge Xian Mi, a traditional Chinese medicine, has therapeutic effects such as clearing heat, improving vision, anti-aging, and fighting infections. Let's take a look at its specific uses and selected formulas together with the editor!
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【Other Names of Ge Xian Mi】
Di Er, Di Ta Gu, Bi Ti Rou ("Wild Vegetable Collection"), Tian Xian Cai, Tian Xian Mi ("Supplementary Records of the Great Classification"), Di Ruan, Di Mu Er ("Shaanxi Medicinal Plants").
【Origin of Ge Xian Mi】
Ge Xian Mi refers to the algae of the plant Ge Xian Mi in the family of Volvocaceae.
【Morphology of Ge Xian Mi】
The algae of Ge Xian Mi are mostly spherical single cells connected together, covered with transparent gelatinous material, forming a sheet-like structure, similar to wood ear fungus. They expand and appear blue-green when wet, and curl and appear gray-brown when dry.
【Collection of Ge Xian Mi】
It is collected after summer or autumn rains, washed and dried.
【Properties and Taste of Ge Xian Mi】
Sweet and bland, cold in nature.
①"Supplementary Records of the Great Classification": "Cold in nature, sweet and refreshing in taste."
②"Shaanxi Medicinal Plants": "Bland in taste, cold in nature."
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【Functions and Indications of Ge Xian Mi】
Ge Xian Mi clears heat and improves vision. It is used to treat red and swollen eyes, night blindness, and burns.
①"Pharmacological Study of Medicinal Properties": "Clears the mind and relieves fever, can treat phlegm-fire."
②"Supplementary Records of the Great Classification": "Relieves fever, clears the diaphragm, and promotes digestion."
③"Shaanxi Medicinal Plants": "Clears heat, astringes, and nourishes qi. It is used to treat burns from hot soup and night blindness."
④"Herbal Manual of Jiangxi": "Used to treat red and swollen eyes."
【Administration and Dosage of Ge Xian Mi】
Orally: Cooked and consumed, 1-2 liang (measurement unit). Topical: Grind into powder and apply.
【Selected Formulas of Ge Xian Mi】
①Treatment for night blindness: 2 liang of Ge Xian Mi, consume regularly with meals. ("Shaanxi Medicinal Plants")
②Treatment for burns from hot soup: 5 qian (measurement unit) of Ge Xian Mi. Dry and grind into powder, mix with vegetable oil and apply to the affected area, or add 3 qian of sugar and mix with sesame oil to apply to the affected area. ("Shaanxi Medicinal Plants")
