Have you noticed that the weeds in the vegetable field are growing in full swing this winter?This weed grows rampantly in vegetable patches, often robbing vegetables of nutrients and affecting their growth. But did you know that this weed actually has a very interesting name – chicken intestines? It is also known as goose intestine grass, chicken intestine dish, and even has a poetic formal scientific name - chickweed. This kind of wild grass has been eaten in China for more than 4,000 years, and it is a kind of wild vegetable often eaten by the people. Its name is so vivid and interesting, because its stem is broken off and shaped like a chicken intestine, so it is named chicken intestine. Its vigorous growth and the vascular bundles in the middle of the broken stem give it the official scientific name Chickweed. This type of chickweed is particularly common in the fields, and the lush plants impress. In the ancient Chinese herb and tree chronicle "Compendium of Materia Medica", Li Shizhen once wrote: "This grass has many stems and vines, and there is a wisp in it, so it is named Chickweed." The name Chickweed may not be well known, but once you see its plant, you believe everyone will recognize it immediately. Its luxuriance and special growth structure make this weed an object of concern. Friends in the countryside, have you ever tried to turn this weed into a treasure?
Perhaps, when dealing with the weeds in the vegetable field, you can think differently, use your creativity, and try to use these weeds, and you may have unexpected harvests. Chickweed, a tenacious plant that can be found all over the world. It can be found all over China, especially in farmland, grassland, etc., and is regarded as a difficult weed by farmers. However, this weed displays stunning beauty when it blooms, shining as bright as the stars in the sky. In the past, in the era of pig farming, chickweed was regarded as a high-quality pig vegetable and poultry feed, and people were happy to pick and use it. In fact, chickweed is not only a natural feed, but also a high-quality wild vegetable that can be used to make a variety of delicacies, delicious and nutritious, which can be called a gift from nature. So, what kind of surprises are hidden in this seemingly ordinary plant?Its story is not simple. Chickweed is not only widely distributed in China, but also grows all over the world, growing tenaciously in the grass with its tenacious vitality. In China, it can be found in Yunnan, Anhui, Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, Hunan, Hubei, Zhejiang, Jiangxi, Sichuan, Gansu and other provinces and regions, and has become a frequent visitor to farmland, orchards, hillsides, and underforests.
Even if it is uprooted, it can grow tenaciously in a short time, so it is regarded as a difficult weed by farmers. However, when it blooms, it shows a stunning beauty, dotted with small white flowers, like stars, and has a unique flavor. In the era of pig raising, chickweed was used as feed for pig vegetables and poultry, and was loved and valued by people. In addition to being used as fodder, chickweed is also a high-quality wild vegetable that can be used for stir-frying, soup, cold dressing, boiling noodles, fried eggs, stuffing, etc. Especially when used for hot pot, it is a must, and the taste is delicious and delicious. What's even more unexpected is that chickweed is quite rich in nutrients, and the calcium content in it is higher than that of milk. This seemingly ordinary plant is rich in nutrients and uses, which can be called a gift from nature. So, what kind of surprises are hidden in this seemingly ordinary plant?To sum up, although chickweed is a common weed, it has a surprising identity. In addition to its widespread distribution across the globe, its beautiful flowering period is even more intoxicating. As a feed for pigs and poultry, as well as an abundance of wild vegetables, it shows its diverse charm. Therefore, perhaps we should take a fresh look at these seemingly ordinary plants and discover the unexpected beauty contained in them.
What are some of the things you've found that seem ordinary but are surprising?Chickweed in rural fields has many unexpected uses in addition to their ornamental value. Did you know that chickweed has many medicinal properties in addition to being used for ornamentation?It is said that the whole herb can be used as medicine, which has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, invigorating blood and relieving pain, cooling blood and eliminating carbuncles, and has curative effects on various diseases such as pulmonary carbuncles, intestinal carbuncles, cradle carbuncles, and dysentery. In some places, chickweed is also referred to as "chicken intestines" and is added to the hot pot, and it is said that the taste is very unique. Do you know if there is this amazing plant in the fields of your hometown?Now is a good time to pick and see. Of course, it should be noted that this article is only a popular science article, not medication advice, please be sure to follow the doctor's advice.