After reading the above text, we may have a preliminary understanding of Houttuynia cordata. It is a controversial wild vegetable, with some people loving its fishy smell and others avoiding it because they can't accept its taste. However, Houttuynia cordata isn't just a controversial wild vegetable, it has many other uses and benefits. Let's dive deeper in the following content and take you to discover more possibilities hidden by Houttuynia cordata.
In fact, in the southern region, Houttuynia cordata has long become one of the common wild vegetables. It can be eaten in a variety of ways, the most common of which is cold salad. Freshly picked Houttuynia cordata is simply processed and seasoned with a variety of seasonings to give it a light and refreshing taste, full of sour and spicy flavor. In addition to cold salad, Houttuynia cordata can also be used to make porridge, stew soup, or chew directly. It can be said that Houttuynia cordata is very flexible and diverse, whether you like light or heavy flavors, you can find a way to eat it that suits you.
Houttuynia cordata has a very long history of consumption, as early as 1500 years in the Wei and Jin dynasties, people began to eat Houttuynia cordata. In modern research, Houttuynia cordata is rich in amino acids, minerals and a variety of trace elements, and regular consumption helps to improve the body's immunity. It is precisely because of this that the price of Houttuynia cordata in the market has been not less than 10 yuan, which has a high economic value.
In addition to being eaten as a wild vegetable, Houttuynia cordata can also be made into a tea. Making Houttuynia cordata tea is very simple, just clean the Houttuynia cordata and boil it directly in water or dry it in the sun. Houttuynia cordata contains polypeptide substances, which have anti-aging, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, and anti-radiation effects. For people who often use computers for long periods of time or are exposed to radiation sources, drinking Houttuynia cordata tea is very suitable.
In addition to its nutritional value and how it is eaten, Houttuynia cordata also has extremely high medicinal value. According to the record of the "Compendium of Materia Medica", the whole plant of Houttuynia cordata can be used medicinally, and has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, eliminating carbuncle and draining pus, and diuretic and drenching. Especially for rural residents who understand the value of this plant, they often pick the underground stems of Houttuynia cordata in the fields and use them to soak in water and drink, which can produce many benefits. From these aspects, Houttuynia cordata is not only a wild vegetable, but also a valuable plant with the same origin as medicine and food.
Houttuynia cordata is one of the common wild vegetables in southern farmland, growing on ridges or roadsides, giving people a wild and untouched feeling. Its stems are erect and the leaves are alternate, heart-shaped, and have the characteristic of purple. If you mash the leaves of Houttuynia cordata and put it in front of your nose and smell it, you will smell the rich fishy smell that rushes to your nose. From May to October is the flowering period of Houttuynia cordata, its inflorescence is spike-shaped, and the flower color is white. The fruit ripens from July to September and is oval-shaped capsules. At present, Houttuynia cordata is mainly distributed in southern China, especially loved by the people of Yunnan, Guizhou and Sichuan.
As a wild vegetable, Houttuynia cordata not only has a unique taste, but also has rich nutritional value. Modern studies have found that Houttuynia cordata is rich in a variety of amino acids, minerals and trace elements, which are very beneficial to human health. It strengthens immunity and prevents diseases. In addition, Houttuynia cordata also contains polypeptide substances, which have anti-aging, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, anti-radiation and other effects. These health benefits have made Houttuynia cordata one of the most popular wild vegetables.
In addition to being eaten as a wild vegetable, Houttuynia cordata can also be made into tea. Houttuynia cordata tea has a variety of effects such as anti-aging, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, etc., for people who use computers for a long time or are exposed to radiation sources, drinking Houttuynia cordata tea can play a role in protecting health.
In addition, Houttuynia cordata also has medicinal properties. It is used for heat clearing and detoxification, anti-inflammatory and sterilization, hemostasis and swelling. In rural areas, the elders often pick the underground stems of Houttuynia cordata and use it to soak in water and drink it for medicinal purposes.
Overall, Houttuynia cordata is a plant that has both edible, medicinal, and health functions. Although its taste is controversial, it cannot be ignored for its rich nutrients and multiple benefits. So, whether you like or dislike the taste of Houttuynia cordata, try other ways to eat it, use it in tea, or even experience its medicinal properties.
To emphasize, for the consumption of wild vegetables, we must pay attention to picking precautions and food safety. Ensure that the wild vegetables are clean and pollution-free, and choose the right cooking method to ensure the safety and hygiene of eating. When picking and eating Houttuynia cordata, pay attention to finding a suitable picking location to ensure the freshness and safety of Houttuynia cordata.
Finally, Houttuynia cordata, as one of the wild vegetables in our country, is rich in nutrients and multiple benefits. We should learn more, try more, discover more possibilities and enjoy the deliciousness. Whether as an ingredient, tea, or medicinal, Houttuynia cordata can bring health and happiness to our lives. Let's explore and discover with an open mind, so that Houttuynia cordata can show more possibilities.