This wild fruit is not simple, the old man calls it "blood-sucking beads", often used to make door curtains, can it really suck human blood, some places also call it grass beads, or to urine beads, the scientific name is coix. You may be unfamiliar with this name, but this "blood-sucking bead" that has been taught so earnestly by the old people has an amazing function, it is not only beautiful in decoration, but also has a certain medical value. Let's dive into the secret of this wild fruit together!
This wild fruit, known as the "Vampire Bead", does give people a bright and moving feeling visually. Its appearance is very distinct, and the bright red color envelops this small fruit, as if it were a ruby sprinkled from heaven to attract people's attention. Therefore, many people will choose to make it into a door curtain as a home decoration. Whether it's the sun shining or the breeze blowing, these curtains give off a unique brilliance that is refreshing.
Why is this wild fruit called the "Vampire Pearl"?Does it really have the ability to suck human blood?In fact, this is just a rumor, and its true nature has nothing to do with blood. This misleading traditional name dates back to ancient times, when little was known about the wild fruit. After that, with the continuous development of science, people gradually understood the true use and medicinal value of this fruit.
In terms of scientific name, this wild fruit is called 薏苡 (yì yǐ). It is a unique crop that belongs to the family of grasses. Coix is rich in nutrients, including proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals. Therefore, it can not only be used for food, but also can be used as a medicinal herb in the field of traditional Chinese medicine. It is said that coix has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, diuresis and swelling, and has the effect of assisting some diseases. However, this "blood-sucking bead" does not really suck human blood, but is only misunderstood as being related to blood because of its bright red color.
In addition to its medicinal properties, coix has a variety of other uses. In traditional farming societies, coix is often mixed with other crops to increase the yield of farmland. In addition, coix can also be used as a raw material for sake brewing to make delicious liquor such as sorghum wine. In modern urban life, coix is also widely used in snack foods and beauty products, such as barley flour, barley tea, barley** and so on. Not only does it have a unique taste and is nutritious, but it also helps people maintain good physical health and appearance.
However, despite its many uses and benefits, coix is still a wild fruit with limited resources. Due to the peculiarities of its growing environment, the cultivation of coix is not easy. Therefore, although it is loved and demanded by many people, it is difficult to find pure coix products in the market. Moreover, the door curtains commonly found on the market today are often not really made of coix, but imitate their appearance and use other materials. Therefore, if you really want to have a real coix curtain, you may need to find some professional channels or grow them yourself.
Although Coix may not have a prominent position in public life, it is precisely because of its preciousness and rarity that it attracts more attention. Whether it is the red fruit known as the "blood-sucking bead" or the medical value it contains, it is all desirable. It shows its brilliant brilliance not only in home decoration, but also in the field of medicine and food. Perhaps, we can see it as a special treasure to cherish and bring into our lives at the right time.