Centipede grass is a common plant in forests. Although its name may sound "terrifying," it has no relationship with centipedes. It is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb that clears heat and detoxifies the body, and can also treat cough and cold symptoms. Let's take a look at the efficacy and function of centipede grass!
【Methods of using centipede grass to treat cough】
Centipede grass is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb. The whole plant and rhizome can be used medicinally and can be harvested throughout the year. It is primarily used to clear heat, promote diuresis, calm the lungs, and stop coughing. It is commonly used for symptoms such as fever, cough, pulmonary tuberculosis with hemoptysis, dysentery, and acute enteritis.
Centipede grass is also known as kidney fern. Due to its hard leaves, it can occasionally cause cuts on clothing. It was once considered to have no medicinal value and was often planted as a green plant in front of houses. However, people did not know that kidney fern is actually a good cough medicine.
The biggest medicinal effect of centipede grass is its ability to help the body eliminate various accumulated waste substances and toxins, which can help relieve symptoms such as fever and cold. It is very helpful for maintaining overall health.
For those who have excessive internal heat, centipede grass can be very helpful. It can help clear heat from the body and nourish the lungs, alleviating symptoms such as coughing.
The leaves of centipede grass can be stir-fried or eaten cold. They have a unique fragrance and can help clear heat and reduce fire when consumed regularly.
【Efficacy and function of centipede grass】
1. Detoxification
Centipede grass has a strong detoxifying effect. It can help the body eliminate accumulated waste and toxins, which is beneficial for overall health. It can also relieve symptoms such as fever and cold.
2. Anti-inflammatory and swelling reduction
When crushed and applied externally, centipede grass can effectively reduce swelling and alleviate pain and discomfort. Additionally, it has diuretic properties and can relieve symptoms such as urinary blockage or painful urination.
3. Clearing heat and reducing fire
Centipede grass can clear heat and reduce fire, making it suitable for people with excessive internal heat. Moreover, it can nourish the lungs and alleviate cough symptoms.
4. Treating injuries
Centipede grass can be used to treat injuries such as cuts, burns, bruises, and centipede bites. It can also help alleviate acute enteritis to a certain extent.
【Ecological habits of centipede grass】
1. Climate
Centipede grass prefers warm climates, with optimal growth temperatures between 24-26°C during the day and 15-21°C at night.
2. Sunlight
It prefers bright scattered light but can tolerate weak light conditions.
3. Humidity
It requires an air humidity of 50-60%.
4. Soil
It prefers loose and well-drained neutral or slightly acidic soil. It is not frost-resistant but is drought-tolerant and can grow in poor soil conditions.
