Forsythia, as a common Chinese herbal medicine, has a variety of effects such as heat clearing and detoxification, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory, and is widely used in the field of traditional Chinese medicine. In order to ensure the efficacy and quality of forsythia, its processing and drying process is particularly important. This article will introduce the processing and drying process of forsythia in detail to help readers better understand and apply this technology.
First, the processing technology of forsythia.
1.Harvesting and primary processing.
Forsythia is generally harvested in autumn, when the forsythia fruits are ripe, brightly colored, and have the best medicinal effects. Immediately after harvesting, primary processing is required, including removal of impurities, sun drying, etc. When drying, you should choose a cool and ventilated place to avoid direct sunlight, so as not to affect the quality of forsythia.
2.Net selection and classification.
After drying, forsythia needs to be cleaned to remove the branches, leaves, impurities, etc. At the same time, it is classified according to the size, color and other characteristics of the forsythia for subsequent processing and use.
3.Preparation and storage.
There are many ways to prepare forsythia, such as stir-frying, steaming, etc. Forsythia after processing has better medicinal efficacy and taste. After the preparation is completed, the forsythia needs to be stored in a dry, cool, and ventilated place to prevent moisture and mildew.
Second, the drying process of forsythia.
1.Drying equipment.
Forsythia's drying equipment mainly includes ovens, dryers, etc. These devices have functions such as temperature control, humidity regulation, etc., which can ensure the uniformity and quality of forsythia drying.
2.Drying conditions.
The drying conditions of forsythia include temperature, humidity, time, etc. Generally speaking, the drying temperature should be controlled at 60-80 and the humidity should be controlled at 40%-60%, and the time is determined according to the humidity of the forsythia and the performance of the drying equipment. During the drying process, it is necessary to regularly check the dryness of the forsythia to prevent over-drying or under-drying.
3.Post-drying treatment.
After drying, forsythia needs to be cooled, screened, and other treatments. Forsythia should be placed in a cool, ventilated place when cooling to prevent heat residue from causing spoilage. Screening is to remove debris and impurities generated during the drying process to ensure the quality of forsythia.
Hotspot Engine Plan 3. Precautions for Forsythia Processing and Drying Process 1Pay attention to hygiene during picking and processing to avoid contamination of forsythia. 2.The temperature, humidity and time should be strictly controlled during the drying process to prevent forsythia from being over-dried or under-dried. 3.After drying, forsythia should be cooled and screened in time to prevent deterioration and quality reduction. 4.When storing forsythia, choose a dry, cool, and ventilated place to prevent moisture and mildew. Through the introduction of this article, we understand the processing and drying process of forsythia. Only by strictly mastering these process requirements can we ensure the quality and efficacy of forsythia, so as to better play its role in the field of traditional Chinese medicine. It is hoped that the majority of Chinese medicine enthusiasts and practitioners can conscientiously study and apply these technologies and contribute to the development of Chinese medicine.