Side Effects of Chickweed

When it comes to chickweed, everyone's first impression is usually the tender white petals, lush green leaves and fresh fragrance. However, apart from these appearances, what other functions does chickweed have? Where is the most important reflection of the value of chickweed? Next, let’s learn about the side effects of Chickweed in detail.

Medicinal value of chickweed

The most important use value of Chickweed is arguably as a medicine. There are records of Chickweed being used as medicine since ancient times. Not only can we see the traces of Chickweed in "Compendium of Materia Medica", but also in "Shu Materia Medica" and "Compendium of Materia Medica". We have to talk about the role of Chickweed as medicine. There are many compounds that can be extracted from Chickweed. For example, Chickweed contains saponins, isorientin, genistein, etc. Most of them are excellent raw materials for medicine. The main function of Chickweed when used as medicine is to clear away heat and remove internal fire. If we are prone to getting internal fire in our daily life, Chickweed can basically cure it. In addition, Chickweed can also promote blood circulation and relieve pain, which is a great benefit for women. Many women's menstrual pain problems can be treated with it. In addition, for breastfeeding women, Chickweed also has a certain effect of promoting milk secretion.

The ornamental value of Chickweed

First of all, as long as it is a green plant, it is inevitable that it has a certain ornamental value, especially like Chickweed, which is low-cost, high-value, has white petals and beautiful appearance. It is very suitable for keeping at home and protecting the eyes. It can also cultivate one's body and mind. It can be placed in the garden. While embellishing the garden, it can also save space. It not only makes full use of the remaining vacant land in the garden, but also plays a great role in cleaning the urban environment.

Economic Value of Chickweed

The efficacy and function, as well as the ornamental value, have established the basis of its economic value. In some areas, planting chickweed as medicine can bring certain economic benefits to local residents, thus realizing the economic value of chickweed.