The name sounds like a treasure born from the sea, but in fact, it is a peculiar plant that produces sand, hence the name "fossil grass". Sea Sands is a precious plant, and it is a treasure to know because of its amazing shape characteristics, growing environment, uses, and values.
1. Shape characteristics
Haijinsha is a species of fern and belongs to the Haijinsha family. It has a very unique shape, presenting an elongated and soft appearance. It has an elongated stem and usually grows on other objects, reaching several meters in length. The leaf consists of a large feather and a small feather and is shaped like an unfolded fan.
During the growth process, the small pinnae will gradually turn into sporangia, which contain a large number of spores. When the spores mature, the entire sporangia will split open, releasing a large number of spores that will drift away with the wind and reproduce the next generation.
2. Growth environment
Sea Sands is a very adaptable plant that grows in a variety of environments and can grow in a variety of soil and climatic conditions. It usually grows in places like forests, shrubs, meadows, etc., and can also grow on rocks. In southern China, sea sands are one of the common plants, especially in the coastal areas of Guangdong, Fujian, Zhejiang and other provinces. In addition, it is also found in other parts of Asia, Australia, South America, and Africa, among others.
3. Uses and Value
The first is medicinal value
Sea sand is a very valuable medicinal plant. In traditional Chinese medicine, Haijinsha is used for a variety of diseases, including respiratory diseases such as colds, coughs, asthma, and pneumonia, as well as digestive diseases such as hepatitis and cholecystitis.
Haijinsha has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, diuresis and swelling, invigorating blood and relieving pain, etc., which can effectively alleviate the symptoms of patients and improve the quality of life.
Modern medical research has also shown that Haijinsha contains a variety of active ingredients, such as flavonoids, phenolic acids, etc., which have antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and other effects, and also have good curative effects on some common diseases.
The second is the edible value
In addition to its medicinal properties, it is also a plant with great edible value. In some areas, the young leaves of Haijinsha are eaten as vegetables, which are refreshing and nutritious.
In addition, the spores of Haijinsha are also edible, rich in protein, fat, carbohydrates and other nutrients, which can be used to make bread, biscuits and other foods.
The third is ecological value
Sea sand is a plant with very high ecological value.
First of all, it is a good soil and water conservation plant, which can effectively prevent soil erosion and improve soil quality.
Secondly, it can produce a large number of spores, which plays an important role in maintaining ecological balance and promoting species diversity. In addition, Haijinsha can also absorb carbon dioxide and other harmful substances in the air, and has a good air purification effect.
The fourth is for other uses
In addition to its medicinal, edible and ecological value, there are other uses for sea sands. For example, in some regions, the stems of sea sands are used as a building material or as a weaving material. In addition, due to the unique shape of the leaves, it can also be planted as an ornamental plant in a garden or indoor environment.
In conclusion, sea sand is a very valuable plant with a variety of uses and values. We should pay more attention to and protect this precious resource, make rational use of its various values, and provide more help for human production and life.