Wild yam is a wild plant that combines edible, medicinal, and greening properties. Both its fruit and whole plant can be used medicinally. The fruit of wild yam can be eaten directly, and applying the crushed whole plant externally has a good hemostatic effect. Now let's learn about the efficacy and functions of wild yam.
【The efficacy and functions of wild yam】
1. Dispelling wind and clearing heat
Wild yam can be used as a whole plant for medicinal purposes, and its most important function is dispelling wind, clearing heat, and promoting blood circulation. In traditional Chinese medicine, it is often used in the treatment of respiratory inflammation, rheumatoid arthritis, edema, and other diseases. It can be decocted for internal use or applied externally.
2. Hemostasis and detoxification
Wild yam has good hemostatic effects. When people experience uncontrolled bleeding due to accidental injuries, they can directly crush the wild yam and apply it to the wounded area to achieve good hemostatic effects.
It can also be used for the treatment of snake bites. The method of use is the same as above, and it should be changed once a day, which can quickly eliminate toxins from the body.
3. Energy supplement
Wild yam can also be directly consumed, providing various vitamins and trace elements to the human body, meeting the body's needs for various nutrients.
【The application value of wild yam】
Wild yam has green immature fruits that are green in color and turn pale red when ripe. They are fragrant and sweet, like honey. As a nutritious and healthy fruit, it can be eaten fresh or processed into dried fruits.
According to data, the protein content of wild yam is higher than that of figs, and the types of amino acids in its protein are more reasonable. Three types of anti-fatigue branched-chain amino acids account for about 29% of the total amino acids, which have good health effects on the human body.
Its dietary fiber, carbohydrates, and carotene content are higher than that of apples, cherries, and citrus fruits, making it a fruit with rich nutritional content.
Wild yam is harvested when the fruits are ripe (from June to October, after the Dragon Boat Festival). Even if it is more than 20 meters away from the wild yam, a strong fragrance can still be smelled, making it very pleasant. Therefore, it is also known as "fragrance all over the ground."
The price of wild yam is around 20-35 yuan per kilogram, and it can even reach 90 yuan per kilogram on online shopping websites. The fruits can be used to make jams, juices, and so on.
The special function of wild yam in preventing sand and fixing soil is unmatched by other ground-covering plants. It can be regarded as the best choice for sand prevention and soil fixation and has the potential value for developing into a garden greening plant, which can be planted together with economic trees.
【The cultivation techniques of wild yam】
Wild yam has characteristics of cold resistance, drought resistance, shade tolerance, barren soil resistance, and water resistance. Even if it is planted in sandy or stone crevices where no grass grows, it can grow vigorously and lush.
Wild yam is harvested when the fruits are ripe (from June to October, after the Dragon Boat Festival). Even if it is more than 20 meters away from the wild yam, a strong fragrance can still be smelled, making it very pleasant. Therefore, it is also known as "fragrance all over the ground."
Artificial cultivation of wild yam is limited, and its yield is low. It mainly comes from natural growth. However, it has great potential for increasing production. Wild yam can also be used for fruit cultivation and is suitable for intercropping in orchards, transforming traditional single-season orchards into double-season orchards.
Wild yam is very easy to propagate, and it is often propagated by cuttings in practical production. The best time for cuttings is from early March to early April when the temperature rises. Take 1-year-old branches that are 10-15 centimeters long, and the base material for cuttings is not limited, fine sand or loam can be used.
During the seedling period of wild yam, attention should be paid to watering and weeding. It has strong resistance to adversity and is suitable for extensive management. After planting, there is no need to frequently replace and trim artificially.
