Chinese medicinal herb Cao Kou is an upright herbaceous plant that grows in shady areas of forests or on mountain slopes at altitudes of 400-1800 (2300) meters. The seed cluster is used for medicinal purposes and has the functions of drying dampness, warming the stomach, and invigorating the spleen.
[Cao Dou Kou]
Cao Dou Kou has a fragrant aroma and a slightly bitter taste. It can dry dampness, invigorate the spleen, warm the stomach, and stop vomiting. It is used to treat cold-damp obstruction, abdominal distension, belching, loss of appetite, halitosis with phlegm, and fish and meat poisoning. When combined with Sichuan pepper, star anise, cinnamon, and other ingredients, Cao Dou Kou can remove the fishy or peculiar taste of fish and meat dishes, enhancing their flavor. It has similar culinary uses as cardamom.
[Health Benefits of Cao Kou]
1. Invigorates the spleen and dries dampness
Although Cao Kou has a slightly bitter taste when consumed, it has a pleasant fragrance. It has a warm and drying nature, which makes it effective in dispelling dampness and invigorating the spleen.
2. Eliminates odors
Cao Kou naturally emits a very pleasant fragrance, which brings a sense of comfort and smoothness to the body. This fragrance also has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects and can treat oral odor.
3. Promotes circulation and relieves pain
Cao Kou can help eliminate heat toxins from the body and has a good therapeutic effect on cold pain in the chest and abdomen, as well as nausea and vomiting.
