The Chinese herb Zhujiecao, named after its resemblance to sections of bamboo, is also known as Zhujiecai. It is the whole herb of the plant Zhujincao, a member of the duckweed family. It has high medicinal and ornamental value, and many people like to grow Zhujiecao as a bonsai to admire in their homes. What is the heat-clearing and detoxifying effect of Zhujiecao in the eyes of Chinese medicine? Let's learn about the heat-clearing and detoxifying effects of Zhujiecao together!
【Cultivation Method of Zhujiecao】
1. Zhujiecao is easy to grow. Use discarded filter cotton and find a small flower pot (a bottle cap or other container will do).
2. According to the depth of the water grass pot, cut the appropriate width of the filter cotton. The filter cotton does not need to be washed, as its impurities are good fertilizer themselves.
3. Straighten the roots of Zhujiecao one by one and place the roots on the position of the filter cotton. This requires patience and carefulness.
4. Do it in one go, while the water content of Zhujiecao should not be dried out.
5. After placing it, fold the filter cotton and wrap it up, and put it into the small flower pot.
6. Fill the gaps in the flower pot with small stones, complete the transplantation, and put it in the tank. Throughout the process, the moisture of Zhujiecao should be maintained, and it should not be dried out.
【Heat-clearing and Detoxifying Effects of Zhujiecao】
Zhujiecao has creeping roots and strong invasiveness, with leaves growing at the base, easily forming flat slopes.
It is suitable for a wide range of soil types, and grows best when the soil pH is 6.0-7.0.
It is drought-resistant and intolerant to excessive moisture, and has a certain resistance to trampling, but is not cold-resistant.
The main efficacy and function of Zhujiecao is to clear heat and detoxify, diuretic and reduce swelling, and stop bleeding.
It is used to treat dysentery, leukorrhea, difficult urination, cancerous abscesses and swelling, sore throat, and external bleeding.
At the same time, Zhujiecao is used to arrange the edges of garden water features and shore wetlands, to display the effect of group planting.
It is a good wetland ground cover and water covering material.
【Dosage and Usage of Zhujiecao】
Internal use: Decoction, 10-20g, fresh product 30-60g.
External use of Zhujiecao: Appropriate amount, crushed and applied; or ground into powder and sprinkled.
1. Habitat distribution
It grows in wet places along streams, slopes, and grasslands at an altitude of 200-2300m, as well as under forests. It is widely distributed in tropical and subtropical regions.
2. Resource distribution
It is distributed in Guangdong, Hainan, Guangxi, Guizhou, Yunnan, Tibet, and other places.
