The role and value of gentian

Medicinal value of gentian

The rhizomes of gentian can be used as medicine, which can have antibacterial and diuretic effects; gentian can promote the secretion of gastric juice and gastric acid and increase appetite; gentianine has an excitatory effect on the central nervous system, but when used in large doses, it will have an anesthetic effect and can be used for analgesia and sedation.

Contraindications

Patients with weak spleen and stomach, yin deficiency and body fluid loss, and no damp-heat or real fire should avoid taking the medicine, and should not take the medicine on an empty stomach.

Most medicines are bitter and cold in nature, and can easily damage the spleen and stomach when taken internally. People with weak spleen and stomach and those with yin deficiency and yang hyperactivity should not take them in large quantities or for a long time.

The ornamental value of gentian

Gentiana has colorful flowers and can be planted in potted plants, which has high ornamental value.