The efficacy and function of seven leaves and one flower

1. Used as medicinal materials

This is one of the most important functions of this plant. It has been used as a medicine for a long time. We can find records about it in some ancient medical works and folk prescriptions.

First of all, we need to understand its features. That is, "bitter", "cool" and "small poison". Its main functions are: detumescence, clearing heat, relieving cough, relieving pain, detoxification and so on. According to these functions, it plays a good role in the treatment of stomachache, venomous snake bite, fall injury, tonsillitis, osteomyelitis, chronic bronchitis and so on. In addition, it is also one of the main components of Yunnan Baiyao.

It can be harvested all year round. After collecting, slice it, dry it, and store it. When processing, first remove the impurities, wash them, cut them into thin slices, and then use them.

It can be used either externally or internally. When for external use, mash it, or grind it, and you can apply it directly. As for internal use, it is to take one to three dollars, fried soup to take. In addition, you can also grind juice, or dispersant.

But we also need to know who can't take it. First of all, weak people had better not use, in addition, pregnant women should not take it. Because we have said above that it is toxic, so if poisoned, it may produce symptoms of nausea, headache and vomiting. In some serious cases, there will be spasms. Therefore, be sure to consult your doctor.

2. Cultural connotation

This kind of plant has unique cultural value. According to legend, a young man went up the mountain and was bitten by a snake. It was this plant that saved his life. Later, people in the neighborhood used this flower to cure snake venom, and it became more and more popular.