Lungxincao is a commonly used traditional Chinese medicine for moisturizing the lungs and stopping cough. It contains various natural medicinal ingredients that have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects when taken as a decoction. Let's explore the efficacy and function of Lungxincao together!
[Medicinal Efficacy of Lungxincao]
Lungxincao, also known as Meihuacao and Baicier, belongs to the Scrophulariaceae family and is mostly found on slopes and in forests.
Lungxincao has certain medicinal value. It is cool in nature, and the whole plant can be used as a medicinal material. It has the effects of clearing heat, reducing swelling, moisturizing the lungs, and relieving pain. Lungxincao can be used in combination with other herbs to treat symptoms such as pharyngitis and bruises.
Lungxincao also has certain edible value. In some areas, Lungxincao is washed and stir-fried for consumption.
Take 50 grams of tender leaves and tips of Lungxincao, chop them with a knife, add one beaten egg, a little salt, stir-fry in a pan with vegetable oil, and consume after cooking.
When Lungxincao is used in appropriate amounts, it does not have any significant side effects. However, excessive consumption can have adverse effects on the human gastrointestinal system, causing abdominal pain or diarrhea, which can affect intestinal health.
[Cultivation Method of Lungxincao]
Lungxincao is a perennial herbaceous plant. Its plant can grow up to 45cm tall, and its leaves are thick and mostly heart-shaped, with the longest leaf reaching 6cm.
It blooms from June to September each year. Its flowers are white and have certain ornamental value. Its fruits are oval-shaped and can be used for sowing.
Lungxincao has a strong adaptability to the environment and is commonly cultivated in Yunnan, Hubei, Shaanxi, Sichuan, and other regions in China.
Lungxincao prefers heat and dislikes cold. It is usually grown in southern regions. If grown in northern regions, Lungxincao needs to be cultivated in specific environments to prevent freezing damage to the plants.
Lungxincao has a strong vitality and is not strict in its soil requirements. It can grow well in both fertile and barren soil.
