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Weeds Growing Along the Road Know How to Use Precious Medicinal Herbs Like Ginseng, Don’t Miss Out

The "ma de" grass is a common plant in Vietnam, growing along the roadsides in rural areas. It is resilient to cold weather and drought, making it a valuable medicinal herb with numerous health benefits.

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22 February, 2024

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Overview of the Mad Euphorbia Tree

Mad Euphorbia is a type of perennial grass that grows wild everywhere, with short stems and leaves that form clusters at the base, long stalks, spoon-shaped or oval-shaped leaf blades, with veins running along the leaf veins and forming a crown at the top and base of the leaves.

The flowers of the Mad Euphorbia tree grow in clusters, with long stems originating from the leaf axils. The flowers are uniform, bisexual, with 4 sepals, arranged diagonally, slightly adnate at the base, brown persistent corolla, consisting of 4 petals alternating between the sepals. The stamen has 4 stamen pieces, long, and 2 pistils containing many carpels. The fruit contains many shiny black-brown seeds.

To make medicine, the seeds of the Mad Euphorbia tree are dried or sun-dried, and the medicine is called “Xa Tien Tu”.

The whole plant, excluding the roots, is dried or sun-dried, and the medicine is called “Mad Euphorbia Herb”. Mad Euphorbia leaves are used fresh or dried, and the medicine is called “Mad Euphorbia”. According to Eastern medicine, Mad Euphorbia is cool in nature, sweet in taste, helps clear heat, cool blood, dispel stagnation, and brighten the eyes… and has many other uses. However, this doesn’t mean that everyone can use this type of plant.

Reducing swelling and pain

Mad Euphorbia contains many components that reduce swelling and pain effectively when crushed and applied to wounds, it can reduce swelling and pain. In addition, the plant is rich in antibacterial and anti-inflammatory components. It can effectively inhibit the reproduction of bacteria and prevent infected wounds caused by bacteria, effectively inhibit the inflammation caused by infection, enhance the body’s antiviral ability, and improve the body’s immune response.

The above three symptoms are common issues that we encounter in our daily lives, and the use of Mad Euphorbia grass can effectively treat them.

Treating cough and phlegm

Mad Euphorbia (Mad Euphorbia) 10g, licorice 5g, orange peel 10g, cuttlefish bone 2g, water 400ml. Boil for half an hour. Divide into 3 doses and take daily. If there is no licorice, it can be replaced with sugar to taste.

Treating fatty liver

Mad Euphorbia 20g, liver-digit (live), Thao Quyet Ming, Dan Sam, Hoang Ky each 15g; Mountain Hawthorn (live) 30g, Tiger Cactus 15g, Ha Diep 15g. Infuse water to drink, one dose per day, divided into 2-3 times. Drink when still warm.

Frequently asked questions

Some common medicinal weeds include ginseng, artemisiae, and plantago. These plants have a variety of uses and health benefits.

Ginseng is a slow-growing plant with a distinctive forked root that resembles the human body. It has green, palm-shaped leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in the summer.

Ginseng has been used for centuries in traditional medicine to boost energy and improve overall health. It is believed to enhance brain function, lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels, and reduce stress and inflammation in the body.

Artemisiae is a versatile plant with a range of medicinal properties. You can use it to make tea, which can help with digestion and reduce fever. It is also effective in treating skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

It is important to properly identify these plants before consumption, as some may have look-alikes that are toxic. Always harvest from areas that are away from traffic and pollution, and clean and prepare the plants thoroughly. Consult a healthcare professional if you have any concerns or are taking medication.