Basil leaves (also known as nine-story pagoda leaves, also known as fish coriander), wild or cultivated, distributed in tropical Asia. Wild plants are found in Yunnan, Guangxi, Guangdong, Fujian and Taiwan Province. Likes to be born in well-drained soil. Harvest in September, remove sediment, wash, cut into sections and dry in the sun. Can also be used sparingly. The used part is the aerial part of basil of Labiatae.
The leaves are warm and used to prepare Italian dishes. When mixed with garlic and tomatoes, they have a unique taste and increase the taste. Clear oil can be used in perfume or soap to add special fragrance. Leaves can repel mosquitoes and intestinal parasites. It can be used as seasoning for dishes, and it can remove fishy smell. Mostly used in Italian dishes.
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Efficacy and function of basil leaves;
Basil leaves have the effects of dispelling wind, relieving exterior syndrome, eliminating dampness, regulating middle energizer, promoting qi circulation, promoting blood circulation, detoxicating and relieving swelling. At the same time, it can also treat common cold and headache, flatulence and qi stagnation, fever, cough, stuffy eyes and nasal congestion, toothache and halitosis, indigestion, distending pain, vomiting and diarrhea, low back pain and nocturnal emission, infertility, yellow sweat, eczema and itching.
At present, the efficacy of basil leaves has been gradually recognized by people, and basil has a wide range of applications for people, because it can be used externally or orally. Generally speaking, basil will be used as a formula of Chinese herbal medicine, which is also very helpful for treating some diseases.
For example, irregular menstruation, traumatic injury, snake bite, dermatitis and eczema, etc., trying to use basil leaves can also have a certain relief effect.
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