1. Are they the same?Houttuynia cordata and Houttuynia cordata are the same. They are the same plant and there is no difference between them. They are just nicknames in different regions. Its Chinese name is Houttuynia cordata, and it is also called side ear root, dog ear, cut root, pig nostril, Cen grass, purple Houttuynia, pickled mustard, stinky pig nest, etc. Houttuynia cordata is a perennial plant of the Saurulaceae family and the Houttuynia genus. It is mainly distributed in the southern region and also grows wild in the north. The plant is not too tall, about 30-50 cm in height. The whole plant has a fishy smell, which is a more obvious feature. The leaves are oval or broad oval in shape, about 4-10 cm in length and 2.5-6 cm in width. The back of the leaves is purple-red. 2. Can I eat it?Houttuynia cordata can be eaten in many ways. The most common way is to soak it in water and drink it or to eat it cold. Eating some is good for the body and can clear away heat and detoxify, and have antibacterial and anti-toxic effects. Although Houttuynia cordata can be eaten, you cannot eat too much or for a long time. It is not suitable for people with yin deficiency. Because Houttuynia cordata has a relatively strong smell, some people don’t like the taste. This is normal and does not mean that Houttuynia cordata cannot be eaten. |
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