Perilla frutescens has high nutritional value and is rich in protein and various trace elements. Perilla frutescens also has high medicinal value. It is a traditional Chinese medicine, which can be used to treat colds, diarrhea and stomachache. , and many other functions. Let's list them below.

1, antibacterial

Perilla oil has a strong inhibitory effect on common molds in daily life, and it is relatively safe and has no side effects.

2. Reduce blood lipids

Perilla oil contains an element called α -linolenic acid, which can reduce triglycerides in human blood and reduce the production of endogenous cholesterol.

3, antithrombotic

Perilla oil can inhibit the free radicals of platelets and serotonin, thus reducing the probability of thrombosis.

4. Anti-allergic drugs

Perilla leaves are rich in trace elements such as vitamin C and iron, as well as unsaturated fatty acids. So perilla leaves can be used to relieve pollen allergy, allergic dermatitis and so on. The stem of perilla frutescens also has the function similar to that of perilla leaves.

Step 5 fight cancer

Perilla oil can effectively reduce the probability of cancer caused by chemical carcinogens, slow down the growth of tumors, prolong the time and reduce the tumor volume.

Perilla frutescens is a traditional Chinese medicine, which has a good effect, but there are also some places to pay attention to. For example, perilla is warm, and if it is a disease caused by excessive internal heat, it cannot be taken; Perilla can't be soaked in water for a long time, and drinking too much can easily lead to physical weakness; Perilla can't be cooked with carp, otherwise it will get boils easily and you can't eat it casually.

Planting perilla

Perilla frutescens, as a plant growing in the wild, is not very strict with the production environment, but in order to increase the yield, we definitely need to create the most suitable growth environment for it.

1, environment configuration

Perilla likes warm and humid environment, the temperature should be controlled at about 20 degrees Celsius, the humidity should be moderate, and the sunshine should be sufficient. It is best to choose a place where drainage and irrigation are convenient, nutritious, soft and breathable. Before applying some organic fertilizer to the soil as base fertilizer.

2. Planting management

Perilla frutescens is usually planted around March and April, because the weather starts to get warmer and the temperature starts to rise during this period, which is more suitable for the growth of Perilla frutescens. There are generally two planting methods of perilla: strip sowing and hole sowing.

Drilling needs to control the distance to dig trenches, generally about 50 cm, and the trench depth is about 3 cm. Then spread the seeds evenly in the ditch, then bury them, and then compact the soil slightly. Hole sowing refers to sowing some seeds at a distance of about 30 cm, and then covering them with soil. It is better to water after sowing, which is beneficial to the germination and growth of perilla.

When planting, attention should be paid to adjusting the density between perilla plants, weeding diligently, watering and topdressing according to the situation, providing enough nutrients and water to ensure the normal growth of perilla.

3. Pest management

Rust is the most common pest of Perilla frutescens, which is caused by too much water and no timely drainage. When the diseased plants are found, they should be cleaned up in time to avoid affecting other normal perilla plants in the field. Other pests and diseases rarely occur, and pesticides are generally not used.