Xiantao Grass: Healing Properties and Uses | Natural Remedies

Healing Properties and Uses of Xiantao Grass

Ever heard of Xiantao Grass? Also known as Shui Suoyi, Yingtao Grass, and Little Bug Grass, this herb is famous in Traditional Chinese Medicine for its healing properties. Xiantao Grass Herb

Characteristics and Usage

Flavor and Nature: Sweet and slightly pungent, with a balanced nature.

Channels Entered: Liver, stomach, lung.

Part Used: The whole plant of Veronica peregrina L., including parts affected by insects.

Appearance: It has thin, curly roots, and its stems and seed pods can take on a brownish or purplish hue.

How to Use Xiantao Grass

Internal Use: Decoction of 10-30g; powdered form; or pressed juice.

External Use: Use fresh and apply directly or boil in water for washes.

Preparation: Wash and clean the herb before drying and cutting it into sections.

Benefits and Applications

Effects: Helps to reduce bruising, stop bleeding, relieve swelling, and alleviate pain.

Common Uses: Suitable for treating bruises, sore throats, abscesses, coughing blood, various types of bleeding, liver and stomach pain, hernia, and menstrual pain.

Herb Combinations

1. For treating bruises: Use 120g of Xiantao Grass, brew it in wine, and apply the residue to injuries; or take 6g of its powder with wine. (Reference from "Folk Herbal Medicine in Guiyang")

2. For chronic bleeding: Combine 15g of Xiantao Grass with 60g of Gua Zi Jin, boil in water, and drink. (Reference from "Hunan Materia Medica")

Cautions

Not recommended for pregnant women.

Traditional Insight

According to the "Chinese Medicinal Plant Atlas": "Used for spitting blood, chronic bleeding after injury, and blood seen in stools."

Safety Note: Always consult a healthcare provider experienced in Traditional Chinese Medicine before use, as herbs can interact with other medications or have side effects.