The efficacy of Hosta porridge

[Pharmacological Action] 1. Anti-tumor effect The water extract of Hosta root has a high anti-tumor activity against Ehrlich ascites cancer cells through whole animal experiments. The anti-tumor active ingredients are high molecular compounds. 0.25g/kg of Hosta alcohol extract was taken orally or intraperitoneally for 6 consecutive days, which inhibited the growth of mouse leukemia L615 with an inhibition rate of 28.5%. 2. Toxicity The whole plant of Hosta is toxic and can damage teeth and cause tooth loss.

【Nature and flavor】Bitter; sweet; cool; slightly toxic

【Function】 Clears away heat and detoxifies; promotes diuresis; regulates menstruation. Mainly used for sore throat; sore and swollen carbuncle; urinary incontinence; amenorrhea

【Usage and Dosage】Oral administration: decoction, 3-6g. External use: appropriate amount, mash and apply.

The effect of Hosta porridge

1. "Compendium of Materia Medica": Treats urinary obstruction.

2. "Classification of Herbal Properties": Treats spermatorrhea, hematemesis, emphysema, leucorrhea, and red and swollen throat.

3. "Records of Medicinal Herbs in Lingnan" says: It can moisten the lungs, stop coughing up blood, and can be mashed with water and drunk to detoxify blister beetle poison.

4. "Hebei Medicinal Materials": It can stop pregnancy and relieve swelling and poison.

5. "Chongqing Herbal Medicine": regulates qi, activates blood circulation, and replenishes deficiency. Treats menorrhagia and leucorrhea.

[Excerpt] "Chinese Materia Medica"