The efficacy and function of marigold

1. Efficacy

1. Root: The root of this plant has a good therapeutic effect on mastitis, mumps and other diseases when used externally. It can be taken internally to treat toothache, stomatitis, pharyngitis, keratitis, bronchitis, whooping cough, upper respiratory tract infection and other symptoms;

2. Leaves: The leaves of this plant can treat unknown swellings and are often used to treat boils, furuncles, sores and other symptoms;

3. Inflorescence: The inflorescence of this plant can be used to treat mumps, breast pain, sudden cough, cold and cough, infantile convulsions, headache and eye pain, dizziness and other symptoms;

4. Flowers: Its flowers can relieve phlegm and cough, clear away heat and detoxify, etc. It can also be made into antispasmodics, sedatives, antibacterial agents, etc.

2. Function

1. Viewing: It has a long flowering period, large flowers, bright colors, and strong adaptability to the environment. Therefore, it is very suitable for planting in flower beds and on both sides of urban roads for viewing, and it also plays a role in beautifying the environment.

2. Edibility: The flowers of this plant are edible and are a very delicious delicacy. Take fresh petals, wash them, wrap them in flour and fry them in oil. Its flowers originally have a stinky smell, but after being cooked, they become a very tempting fragrance that leaves a lasting aftertaste.

3. Pigment: This plant can also extract natural yellow pigment, which can be used in food and medicine. It is used in many industries and agriculture.