Xiayuan Huahe [Jiangsu Rugao Specialty]

What is Xiayuan Yanhe? Authentic Jiangsu Rugao specialty: Xiayuan Hehe

Content summary:Do you want to know what Xiayuan Hehe is? This article is a specialized article that provides a detailed introduction to the local specialty of Rugao, Jiangsu Province - Xiayuan Hehe. It was compiled and edited by the editorial team of China Specialty Network after reviewing and collecting relevant information on Xiayuan Hehe. The full text takes about 6 minutes to read, mainly including the basic introduction of Xiayuan Hehe and its nutritional value? What are the product features of Xiayuan Huahe? How did the history of Xiayuan Hehe come about? The awards and honors of Xia Yuan Yanhe

Basic Introduction of Xiayuan Hehe

Hehe is one of the characteristic agricultural products in Xiayuan Town, Rugao, Jiangsu Province. It is a perennial herbaceous plant that was originally a "wild vegetable" and is often found in shaded areas. It is also known as Minghe, wild ginger, etc

Xiayuan Town is located on the northern wing of the Yangtze River Delta, belonging to the subtropical and East Asian monsoon region. Influenced by solar radiation and monsoon circulation, it experiences low temperatures and less rainfall in winter and high temperatures and more rainfall in summer, with distinct four seasons. The nearshore area is significantly regulated by the ocean, with small temperature differences and sufficient water vapor. The unique climatic conditions are very suitable for the growth of lotus. The main production area of Xiayuan Hehe is located on the north bank of the Yangtze River, with abundant water sources and good water quality. The soil is mainly composed of night tide soil, rich in organic matter, and suitable for the growth of lotus. The region has obvious seasonality, abundant water vapor, and abundant precipitation, with an annual rainfall of over 1000 millimeters. It is located in the dense river network and numerous lakes of the Yangtze River Delta, where surface water and groundwater recharge each other, providing good irrigation conditions for the growth of Xiayuan lotus

1. Treatment of finger inflammation: Add a little salt to the fresh roots and stems of Rehmannia glutinosa, crush and apply externally

2. Treatment of cervical lymph node tuberculosis: 60g of fresh lotus rhizome and 30g of fresh dried shoot rhizome, decoct in water and take orally

3. Treatment of lobar pneumonia: 9g of lotus root and 30g of Houttuynia cordata. Boil it in water

4. Treatment for falls and injuries: Take 15-30g of lotus root and rhizome, decoct in water and take orally. Or dry and grind the powder, then mix with yellow wine and take 9-15 grams each time

5. Treatment of vomiting blood and hemorrhoid blood: Take an appropriate amount of lotus root and mash it with juice<6. Treat tongue sores: Soak the lotus root in wine for half a day and rinse its juice

What are the product features of Xiayuan Huahe

The edible part of Xiayuan lotus is the flower bud, which is shaped like a hammer and has a purple red color. It is 5cm~8cm long, 1cm~2cm in diameter, and weighs 5-6 grams per bud. When cooked, it has a crispy and tender taste, fragrant ginger flavor, slightly numbing and astringent, and a slightly sweet aftertaste

How did the history of Xiayuan Yanhe come about

Xiayuan, formerly known as "Xiajia Yuan", has a long history of lotus cultivation. In the 39th year of the Ming Dynasty's Wanli reign, the "Chen Clan Ancestral Hall Stele" recorded that "it is said that during the Spring and Autumn Period, King Fuchai of Wu and Duke Zhao of Lu met here and tasted lotus". It is also said that during Emperor Qianlong's visit to Jiangnan, he drove down to the local area and tasted a series of lotus dishes. He praised them endlessly and refused to leave, hence the name "Xiayuan Lotus"