Cigu leaves are the leaves of the Cigu plant, a member of the Zexie family. It has strong adaptability and is not only highly ornamental, but also has medicinal properties for treating sore throat. Let's learn more about the benefits and effects of Cigu leaves!
Cigu leaves are an aquatic herbaceous plant that grows in swamps and ponds, and is often cultivated in rice fields. The leaves are large and can also flower and bear fruit, making them visually appealing.
The leaves of Cigu have a unique shape and the plant itself is beautiful, making it suitable for water gardens, marsh gardens, or as a potted plant. The underground tubers can be consumed as food.
Cigu leaves are also a traditional Chinese medicinal herb, with certain pharmacological effects that can effectively inhibit and improve various diseases in the human body.
It has the functions of clearing heat and detoxification, cooling blood and promoting blood circulation, diuresis and reducing swelling. It is commonly used to treat symptoms such as ulcers, erysipelas, abscesses, sore throat, jaundice, edema, tumors, lymphadenitis, eczema, snake and insect bites.
Cigu leaves can be taken internally as a traditional Chinese medicine. The recommended dosage is to decoct the leaves and drink the juice without residue, with a daily dose of 10-30 grams; or to crush the leaves and extract the juice.
If used externally, take an appropriate amount of the herb and grind it into a powder. Mix it with water to form a paste and apply it to the affected area. Alternatively, crush fresh leaves and apply them directly to the affected area.
Cigu leaves are also one of the characteristic vegetables in China, originating from the southern part of the country and have been cultivated since before the Tang Dynasty. Cigu meat is slightly yellowish-white in color, with a delicate and sweet taste and a slightly bitter aftertaste. It can be stir-fried, braised, or boiled.
Cigu stir-fried meat has a unique flavor. In addition, Cigu also has the effects of cooling blood and stopping bleeding, relieving cough and promoting urination, dispersing masses and detoxification, and strengthening the stomach and intestines.
This herb is particularly effective in promoting diuresis and relieving urinary pain, and is especially suitable for treating conditions such as painful urination with blood, scalding pain and blood in urine, bitter yellow urine, rapid pulse. Due to its cold and bitter nature, Cigu can effectively cool blood and clear heat, making it highly effective in treating the above symptoms.
