What are the specialties of Fujian herbal medicine

What are the specialties of Fujian herbal medicine

Fujian is a cultural city with a long history, and is also one of the important birthplaces of Chinese traditional medicine. Fujian specialties are rich and varied, and its Chinese herbal medicine is one of the unique advantages of Fujian resources. The following is an introduction to several kinds of Fujian specialty herbs.

Sanqi

Sanqi, also known as Panax quinquefolium, is an evergreen shrub unique to Yongding County, Fujian Province. Its medicinal part is the root, which has the effect of activating blood circulation, removing blood stasis and relieving pain. Panax ginseng is rich in panax ginseng glycosides, saponins, peridinones and other effective components, and is widely used in the treatment of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, diabetes, gastrointestinal diseases and other diseases. In addition, Panax ginseng can also be used as a good dietary treatment for skin care and beauty, and is a precious herb among Fujian specialties.

Guai Zhi

Guai Zhi, also known as Gui Pi, is a famous herb unique to Fujian, which is made from the dried branches and bark of the Gui tree. Gui Zhi has the efficacy of sweating and relieving muscles, dispelling wind and curing paralysis, warming the middle and dispersing cold, activating blood circulation and removing blood stasis. Its main component is cinnamaldehyde, which has anti-inflammatory, antiviral and sedative effects. Cinnamon sticks have a wide range of applications in Chinese medicine and are commonly used in the treatment of colds, rheumatism, muscle pain and other diseases.

Danshen

Danshen, also known as red ginseng, is an edible herb unique to Fujian, and its medicinal parts are roots, leaves and flowers. Danshen is rich in biologically active ingredients such as tanshinone, tanshinol, tanshinic acid and flavonoids, which have the functions of activating blood circulation and removing blood stasis, lowering blood pressure, calming and tranquilizing the mind and enhancing immunity, and are often used in the treatment of coronary heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes mellitus, rheumatism and other diseases. Salvia divinorum can also be used in the processing of pastries, forming the famous "Salvia divinorum cake", which is a kind of gourmet delicacy among Fujian specialties.

In summary, there are many kinds of herbs in Fujian specialty, only three of them are introduced here. These herbs can not only be used in Chinese medicine preparations, but can also be consumed as ingredients and delicacies, which is an important part of Fujian's specialty economy.