The Di Shao Gua, also known as Di Shao Hua or Xiao Si Gua, is distributed in Northeast China, North China, Northwest China, and other regions. Its tender fruit is edible, and both its whole plant and fruit can be used for medicinal purposes, with great medicinal value!
The Efficacy and Functions of Di Shao Gua
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that Di Shao Gua has the effects of clearing deficiency heat, nourishing qi, generating body fluids, and promoting lactation. It is used to treat deficiency heat inflammation, sore throat; insufficient qi and yin, mental fatigue and forgetfulness, vexation, thirst, dizziness, and insomnia; postpartum weakness, insufficient milk production.
1. "Inner Mongolia Herbal Medicine": "Clears heat, reduces inflammation, relieves pain, promotes lactation. Used to treat blocked milk ducts, sore throat."
2. "Qingdao Herbal Medicine Handbook": "Used to treat deficiency of qi and blood, neurasthenia, swollen and painful throat."
3. "National Herbal Medicine Compilation": "Tonifies qi, promotes lactation. Used to treat deficiency of the body with blocked milk ducts, can also be applied externally to treat warts."
Applications of Di Shao Gua in Medicinal Recipes
1. For deficiency of qi and blood:
Take one liang of Di Shao Gua whole plant and two liang of Astragalus membranaceus. Decoct in water and take orally.
2. For neurasthenia:
Take one jin of Di Shao Gua whole plant. Decoct in water and take the juice to mix with two beaten eggs, and drink as tea twice a day.
3. For sore throat:
Take one liang of Di Shao Gua (or two liang of the whole plant). Decoct in water and take orally, or chew fresh fruit. (The properties and tastes are based on the "Henan Herbal Medicine Handbook".)
Precautions
Generally speaking, Di Shao Gua is effective in clearing deficiency heat, nourishing qi, generating body fluids, and promoting lactation. However, it is important to note that excessive consumption should be avoided, as it may have serious effects on the body.
It is best to consult a doctor before using it. In addition, Di Shao Gua is not suitable for everyone. Besides paying attention to the dosage, one should also avoid excessive consumption of its tender fruit.
When planting Di Shao Gua, it is important to note that besides watering during the vigorous growth period, there is generally no need to consider water too much.
