The efficacy and function of taro

The efficacy and function of taro

1. Ornamental value

With its large leaves and rhizomes, the pointed-tail taro can grow vigorously in any environment. Drought and heat resistance are both characteristics of the pointed-tail taro. That touch of green embellishment also makes the indoor environment more lively and pleasing to the eye. It is the first choice of indoor ornamental plants for many flower lovers. Therefore, no matter from which point of view, it has a high ornamental value.

2. Purify the air

Its large leaves can release more oxygen than other plants, which will significantly improve the living environment and purify the air and regulate humidity.

3. Medicinal Value

Although the pointed-tail taro is highly toxic, ingestion can cause symptoms such as itchy throat and irregular heartbeat. However, the whole plant can be used as medicine. When bitten by a venomous snake or stung by a poisonous bee, you can apply the pointed-tail taro to the wound, which can play a good therapeutic role. It can be taken internally to treat influenza, tuberculosis, high fever, gastric ulcer, acute gastritis, chronic stomach disease, typhoid fever and other diseases. For these diseases, pointed-tail taro has a good effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, reducing swelling and relieving pain. However, because the toxicity of pointed-tail taro is relatively high, when taking it internally, it must be simmered for no less than six hours to remove its toxicity. This is a point that must be paid special attention to when taking it internally, so as to avoid poisoning caused by the wrong method. In Fujian area, many people use the whole herb to treat baldness.

4. Economic Value

The pointed-tail taro also has high economic value. The pointed-tail taro is particularly widely distributed and grows mostly in valleys, wetlands, and beside fields. Many places are suitable for its growth. Because of its extremely strong vitality, its survival rate is very high and it is easy to cultivate. Because of its very high medicinal value, we can make good use of it to carry out drug research and development and manufacturing. It can also be sold as a potted plant.

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