There are two types of milkvetch: non-toxic and toxic.
The fresh and tender milkvetch can be eaten, stir-fried, or made into soup; the cooking method is the same as that of pumpkin sprouts and pea sprouts.
Toxic milkvetch can poison all kinds of domestic animals, especially horses. Generally, local livestock have the ability to identify them, but they may eat them when they are too hungry. Eating a large amount of food can cause acute poisoning; eating a small amount for a long time can cause chronic poisoning. Toxic vetch The whole plant is poisonous and does not lose its toxicity after being dried in the sun.
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Uses of milkvetch:
1. Ornamental effect
The leaves of milkvetch are odd-pinnate. There are usually 7-13 small leaves. The leaves are oval in shape and green all year round. They also bloom purple-red and orange-yellow flowers from February to June. Therefore, it is not only a foliage plant, but also a very popular plant. A good ornamental plant.
2. Nitrogen fixation
After decomposition, milkvetch plants can stimulate nitrogen in the soil and maintain the nitrogen cycle, so it has high ecological value and is A commonly used green manure plant, it can play an important role in fixing nitrogen in farmland ecosystems. This is one of the effects and functions of milkvetch that many people are unaware of.
3. Edible value
Wheat vetch exudes a light fragrance. It is edible and can improve people's anorexia. It can also cheer people up. It can also improve the weakness of Qi and blood to a certain extent. It is a very nutritious health food. Of course, it is not easy to eat too much.
4. Medicinal value
In fact, vetch is also a traditional Chinese medicinal material. It has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, diuresis and swelling, promoting blood circulation and improving eyesight. It can treat acute conjunctivitis. Its roots, leaves, and seeds can be used as medicine for neuralgia, herpes zoster, etc. The taste is slightly pungent and sweet.
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