In spring, everything is revived, and flowers and plants are sprouting.

friends who often go fishing by the river or in the countryside will see a common aquatic plant near the pond, commonly known as "water candle". Although it has just sprouted, it is difficult for everyone to distinguish it, but many people are deeply impressed by its mature tidbits.

It looks like a candle, and children in rural areas often use it as a toy. Mature tidbits can also be used as mosquito-repellent incense after drying, and underground tender stems are also a very delicious food.

1. Brief introduction of water candle

The scientific name of water candle is cattail, and in some places it is called cotton pu and wool candle. It is widely distributed from south to north in China, and usually grows in shallow places such as ponds, lakes, swamps and ditches. It is also commonly used in urban rivers to purify water and beautify the environment.

water candle is a perennial aquatic plant with horizontal underground stems, upright aboveground stems and alternate leaves. The flowers are unisexual, monoecious and the fruit is rod-shaped.

Its vitality is very tenacious, and it is resistant to poverty and cold. As long as a short underground stem can breed a large one in a year, it is difficult to remove, which has a great impact on the growth of crops and is a kind of plant that farmers have a headache.

2. Value of water candle

1. Purifying water quality and ornamental value

Water candle can be planted in rivers or wetlands in cities to purify water quality, decorate ponds and lakes in gardens, or decorate courtyards with potted plants to beautify the environment.

2. Substitute of mosquito-repellent incense

Mature tidbits can be used as mosquito-repellent incense after being dried and ignited, and the mosquito repellent effect is excellent.

3. Edible value

The underground tender stem of water candle is also a delicious food. It is called Puya, which can be harvested in spring, summer and autumn. Its tender stems and leaves can also be used as feed for livestock.

4, stems and leaves can be woven handicrafts

The stems and leaves of water candles are rich in fiber, which can be used to weave handicrafts such as straw sandals, straw mats, straw mats, tea mats, straw bags, bags, etc., which are used for export to earn foreign exchange and bring income to farmers. Its whole grass can be used to make high-quality paper.

5. Medicinal value of water candle

The pollen of water candle can also be used as traditional Chinese medicine, which has the effects of promoting blood circulation, removing blood stasis, stopping bleeding and relieving pain.

Water candles are all treasures, and they still have high economic value as long as they are used reasonably.