Spearmint

Spearmint, also known as green and green peppermint, is one of the oldest herbs in China. It has the effects of relieving wind, regulating qi, cooling and relieving summer heat

The difference between spearmint and spearmint

1. Look

Many flower friends don't know how to distinguish between spearmint and peppermint. In fact, the difference between them is very obvious: the vein of peppermint leaves is "human", and the leaves of spearmint are wrinkled, with many patterns and deep colors

2. Smell

The main component of peppermint is menthol, which has a light smell; Spearmint has carvone and limonene. The smell is strong. If you fan it with your hand, the taste will spread faster

Application of spearmint

1. Cool, antipruritic, refreshing and refreshing

When you feel dizzy, sleepy and depressed, you can wipe your temples with spearmint leaves to have a cool feeling. The itching is unbearable after being bitten by mosquitoes. You can also wipe it to stop itching quickly

Keep a basin on the windowsill at ordinary times. When you smell it, your spirit will double

2. As a cooling agent and fragrance enhancer

Spearmint is often used in toothpaste to add fragrance and cool. We can also air dry the leaves of spearmint, make them into sachets and put them at home to repel mosquitoes and refresh ourselves

3. Edible

Make tea with spearmint leaves to refresh your mind. It can also be added to food as ingredients. It looks good and refreshing

Spearmint maintenance

Breeding method: sowing in spring, summer and Autumn

Soil: loose sandy soil or rotten leaf soil

Light moisture: keep it in a bright place with astigmatism, and water it once every 1-2 days

Purple shellfish

Purple shellfish is also called red backed vegetable. It is widely planted in the south. People think it has the effect of supplementing blood gas and helping physical strength. In fact, it is also very powerful in anti-inflammatory and analgesic

Application of purple shellfish

1. Calm and relieve pain

After some mosquitoes bite, they itch and ache, and scratch the bleeding marks. Smash the purple shellfish and apply it in circles to the wound to cool and relieve itching and pain

2. Edible

Purple shellfish with minced garlic, purple shellfish with egg soup and so on are very delicious. They also replenish qi and blood. They are suitable for women

Purple shellfish curing

Breeding method: sowing in spring, summer and Autumn

Soil: just ordinary vegetable garden soil

Light and water: it can be raised in the open air or on the balcony, and watered every day

Wolfberry head

The head of Chinese wolfberry is the leaf bud of Chinese wolfberry. When it comes to Chinese wolfberry, Huayou must know that its fruit is very healthy. In fact, Chinese wolfberry leaves are also good heat clearing herbs

Application of Lycium barbarum head

1. Make tea to clear the liver, brighten the eyes and remove anger

In addition to making tea after drying, fresh Lycium barbarum leaves can also be brewed into tea. Usually drink a little to reduce fire and clear mind, which is also conducive to vision health care for the middle-aged and elderly

2. Edible

The head and leaves of fresh and tender Chinese wolfberry can be eaten as green vegetables. It can be cold, fried and made into soup. It tastes refreshing, clearing the liver and benefiting the lung

Medlar curing

Breeding method: sowing in four seasons and cutting in spring and summer

Soil: ordinary garden soil

Light and water: like light, water the seedlings for 1-2 days, and then dry the soil after maturity

Zanthoxylum nitidum

The grass is like its name - LMZ. You may have heard of LMZ toothpaste, but you certainly haven't seen it

Application of Zanthoxylum nitidum

1. Removing blood stasis and relieving pain

The leaves of Zanthoxylum nitidum are decocted with water for about 15 minutes to produce a blue yellow thick juice, which can be applied to the bruised position to reduce swelling and remove blood stasis

2. Treat toothache

The root of LMZ can be used as medicine after drying. It is a famous toothache medicine, so it is often added to toothpaste

Curing of Zanthoxylum nitidum

Soil: ordinary garden soil and rotten leaf soil are OK

Light: in addition to shading in summer, it can be directly sun fed in spring, autumn and winter

Moisture: when the basin soil is dry, pour it again to avoid ponding

Patchouli

As the main medicinal material of Huoxiang Zhengqi water, Huoxiang is of course the strongest magic weapon for clearing away heat. Have you planted it at home

Application of patchouli

1. Clearing heat and eliminating summer heat

People with weak constitution are prone to dizziness and fatigue when the temperature is high in summer, especially the middle-aged and elderly people are prone to heatstroke. Make a cup of Huoxiang tea to relieve the heat and refresh themselves and relieve dizziness and chest tightness

2. Edible

It can be fried with patchouli, and the whole leaves can be used for cooking~

Huoxiang maintenance

Soil: ordinary garden soil and rotten leaf soil are OK

Light and moisture: put it in a place with astigmatism and ventilation, and water it every day

See grass in snow

Saussurea vulgaris, also known as wild mint, can be used as medicine. Ancient prescriptions record the effects of cooling blood, reducing swelling and relieving cough. It's common in the wild. Now there are people at home

Use of evening primrose

1. Clear your throat

Wash the leaves of primrose, make tea, clear your throat and throat, and remove anger

2. Cough relieving

Wash the seesaw grass and boil it in the pot for about 20 minutes. Drinking it can relieve cough and phlegm. This is an old folk method, but the effect is different

See grass curing

Breeding method: field excavation

Soil: ordinary soil is OK

Light and moisture: like light, put it in a place with good light, and water it once every 2-3 days

Sedum notoginseng

Sedum notoginseng is also called Feicai. It is said to have the effect of nourishing the heart (the specific effect is unknown). It is very effective in anti-inflammatory and antipruritic

Uses of Sedum notoginseng

1. Antipruritic effect

After mosquito bites, rub the leaves into pieces and put them on the bag. It won't itch for a while. Adults and children can use it. Huahua's grandmother has planted it. We must prepare a pot in summer

2. Edible

Sedum notoginseng has also been on the table in the past two years. It can be fried in cold, but Huahua hasn't tried it yet

Sedum notoginseng maintenance

Propagation method: cuttage, hydroponic culture and rooting

Soil: ordinary garden soil planting, but also hydroponics

Light and moisture: put it in the place with astigmatism and ventilation, and water it once every two days

Loofah

If you plant loofah, don't just eat it. Loofah leaves are also very useful. It has the effect of clearing away heat and detoxification. Don't waste it

Application of towel gourd leaf

1. Cool and relieve itching

Rub the towel gourd leaves into juice and rub it on the place bitten by mosquitoes. It can gently and effectively relieve itching without irritation. It is especially suitable for people and children who can't stand cool oil~

2. Dyeing

Towel gourd leaf is an ancient dyeing source, which can dye light green, dreamy ancient method

Towel gourd curing

Soil: ordinary garden soil and rotten leaf soil are OK

Light and moisture: put it in a place with astigmatism and ventilation, and water it every day

While it's not too hot

These practical natural cool grasses

Plant it quickly~