Do you really know the difference between Ophiopogon japonicus and Radix Pseudostellariae?
💖🌈In the Baicao Garden of traditional Chinese medicine for health preservation, Ophiopogon japonicus and Radix Pseudostellariae are two medicinal materials that have attracted much attention. They often appear in various health prescriptions and dietary formulas. They have different effects, but they are also easily confused. Next, let’s take a closer look at the differences between Ophiopogon japonicus and Radix Pseudostellariae, and see how they can help health.
💖💊The main difference between Ophiopogon japonicus and Radix Pseudostellariae
1. Different sources: Ophiopogon japonicus is the dried root tuber of Ophiopogon japonicus, a plant of the genus Ophiopogon japonicus in the Liliaceae family. Pseudostellariae Radix Pseudostellariae is the dried root tuber of the plant Radix Pseudostellariae of the Caryophyllaceae family.
2. Different functions: The main functions of Ophiopogon japonicus are to moisten the lungs and nourish yin, benefit the stomach and promote fluid production, clear the heart and relieve troubles. It is often used for dry cough, upset and insomnia. For example, for coughs caused by yin deficiency and dryness of the lungs, Ophiopogon japonicus can moisturize the lungs and relieve coughs. Radix Pseudostellariae mainly nourishes qi, strengthens the spleen, promotes body fluid and moisturizes the lungs. Used for spleen deficiency, physical fatigue, loss of appetite, etc. If children have weak spleen and stomach, Radix Pseudostellariae can help improve appetite.
3. Differences in appearance: Ophiopogon japonicus is spindle-shaped with slightly pointed ends. The surface is yellowish white or light yellow with fine vertical stripes. Pseudostellariae Radix Pseudostellariae is in the shape of an elongated spindle or elongated strip, slightly curved, with a yellow-white surface, smooth and slightly wrinkled.
🌺📢Precautions for use
1. Use according to the doctor's advice: Ophiopogon japonicus and Prince Edward are both Chinese medicinal materials. You need to consult a doctor when using them. Do not use them blindly and affect your health. .
2. Disabled for people with allergies 🚫: People who are allergic to Ophiopogon japonicus and Prince Edward may experience symptoms such as palpitation, irritability, and skin itching after use, so people with allergies need to avoid using it.
💖🔔Ophiopogon japonicus and Radix Pseudostellariae, although they are just two medicinal materials in the world of traditional Chinese medicine, they contain endless health codes. As long as we understand their differences, follow the precautions for use, and use the methods of consumption wisely, see pictures for details, they can add points to our health, and let the body become stronger and stronger under the care of traditional medicine. Good life. 💖