There is a strong link between the plants grown in rural areas and their nomenclature, growth characteristics and roles. One of the common herbs has a very apt name, and that is the wheat bottle grass. Wheat bottle grass grows mainly in wheat fields and gets its name from its calyx tube that resembles a bottle. In addition, its leaves are shaped like noodles, so it is also known as a noodle dish in some places. In rural areas, the wheat bottle grass is one of the most important weeds in the wheat field, but it also has a very high value and function. This article will introduce the characteristics and 3 major functions of wheat bottle grass, and ** its significance and application to farmers.
Wheat bottle grass belongs to the genus Fly Grass in the family Caryophyllaceae and is an annual herbaceous plant. It is covered with dense glandular hairs and the erect stems are connected to the opposite leaves. The basal lobes are spoon-shaped, while the upper lobes are lanceolate. In April, the wheat bottle grass blooms small purple flowers. However, the most unique thing is its sepal tube, which is shaped like a bottle, which is also one of the ** of its name. Because it prefers to grow in wheat fields or wasteland, it is more common in northern regions.
The seedlings of the wheat bottle grass grow in March and April every year, and this is the best time to pick and eat. Among wild vegetables, wheat bottle grass is unique and delicious. Its young leaves and stems have a sweet flavor and can be stir-fried, saladed, or used to make fillings. Especially after the flour is wrapped in wheat bottle grass and steamed, it has a unique taste and an endless aftertaste. In Juye County, Heze City, Shandong Province, there is a steamed noodle dish with wheat bottle grass as the main material, which is deeply loved by local farmers and friends, and even reaches 5-10 yuan per catty in the vegetable market.
The deliciousness of ceatmeal is inseparable from its fresh taste and unique taste. Its status as a wild vegetable gives it more nutrients, especially rich in vitamins, amino acids and a variety of trace elements. These are all nutrients that the human body needs, giving it an advantage in terms of nutritional value.
Wheat bottle grass is not only a high-quality wild vegetable, but also has rich nutritional value. It is rich in various vitamins, amino acids and trace elements, which are very beneficial to human health. Vitamins are essential nutrients that provide immunity and antioxidant power to help keep the body healthy. Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins and play an important role in maintaining and promoting bodily functions. In addition, it is also rich in trace elements such as potassium, magnesium and calcium, which have a positive effect on maintaining the normal physiological functions of the body.
Therefore, wheat bottle grass is not only delicious in taste, but also provides rich nutrients for the human body, making it an ideal ingredient choice.
In addition to being a high-quality wild vegetable, wheat bottle grass also has medicinal properties. In rural areas, it is widely regarded as a natural herb. Wheat bottle grass is believed to have the effect of nourishing yin and clearing heat, stopping bleeding and regulating menstruation. According to the Shaanxi Chinese Herbal Medicine, wheat bottle grass can be used to stop bleeding and regulate menstruation. For female friends, when they are unwell every month, picking a moderate amount of wheat bottle grass to eat can play a good role. In rural life, the elderly who understand the value of the wheat bottle grass, if they encounter bleeding, they will also pick the young leaves of the wheat bottle grass and mash it for emergency treatment.
To sum up, as a common plant, wheat bottle grass is not only a high-quality wild vegetable, but also has rich nutritional value and medicinal functions.
As a common plant in rural areas, although it is regarded as a weed and a pest in wheat fields, its value cannot be ignored. It is a high-quality wild vegetable with a unique taste, rich in nutrients, and suitable for a variety of cooking methods. In addition, the medicinal value of wheat bottle grass is also remarkable, and its hemostatic and menstrual effects are very helpful to rural life.
The next time you see a straw bottle, try picking it and putting it to use. Farmer friends can add it to the family table and enjoy it as a delicious wild vegetable. At the same time, it can also be used as an herbal medicine for home first aid. The multiple uses and values of the wheat bottle grass reflect the richness and diversity of rural plant resources. Let's cherish and discover these natural treasures and add more color and fun to rural life!