The efficacy and function of Rhododendron sabdariffa

Ornamental value

A poet of the Southern Song Dynasty once praised the Rhododendron flower: "When spring goes, there is no fragrance to be found; the Rhododendron blooms the latest in Yunlin." In the eyes of many people, the shandandan is not just a flower, but also a red poem that combines natural beauty and life philosophy.

Those who like the rhododendron know that it has a very obvious characteristic: the number of flowers on the branches is the age of the rhododendron. Obviously, one flower blooms in one year, two flowers bloom in two years, and three flowers bloom in three years. The Rhododendron flowers stand tall and graceful among the green leaves, and the red flowers like the sunset and flames sway in the wind. Their graceful figures and green and red waves ripple in the wind.

Medicinal value

The flower of Rhododendron sabdariffa is also a very good medicinal material. Take the stamens of the Rhododendron suffruticosa flower, boil them into a decoction and take it orally, or mash them and apply them on wounds. It is mainly used to treat trauma, reduce swelling and detoxify. There are detailed records of using Rhododendron suffruticosa flower to treat stubborn diseases in "Compendium of Materia Medica". In addition, the mountain lily can also treat coughing, vomiting blood, palpitations and insomnia. Grind the mountain lily together with jujube kernels and white hyacinth into powder and take a small amount every day to achieve good therapeutic effects.

Edible value

The flowers of the Rhododendron sabdariffa can also be eaten and added to other dishes, such as stir-frying with yam. Rhododendron scabra is rich in trace elements needed by the human body and has high nutritional value. When paired with other vegetables, it is nourishing, refreshing and appetizing. Moreover, the preparation method is simple and you can make it without leaving your home. It is a good choice for home cooking.

Are you suddenly a little envious of those flower lovers? Not only can growing flowers cultivate their sentiments, but they can also serve the fruits of their labor on the table. Why not plant a pot of flowers at home?