Wuping Xiancao [Fujian Wuping Specialty]

What is Wuping Fairy Grass? Authentic Fujian Wuping specialty: Wuping Xiancao

Content summary:Do you want to know what Wuping Xiancao is? This article is a detailed introduction to the specialty of Wuping, Fujian Province - Wuping Xiancao. It was compiled by the editorial team of China Specialty Network, who reviewed and collected relevant information about Wuping Xiancao. The full text takes about 3 minutes to read, mainly including the basic introduction of Wuping Xiancao and its nutritional value? How did the history of Wuping Xiancao come about? The production method of Wuping Xiancao, the tasting and eating method of Wuping Xiancao, etc

Basic introduction of Wuping Xiancao

Xiancao, also known as Xiancao, Xianren jelly, scientific name Liangfen grass, Latin scientific name: Mesona chinensis Benth.。 The calyx is bowl shaped, with distinct longitudinal and transverse veins. Forming many small cavities; The small nut is oblong in shape. Often found in sandy grasslands or by mountain streams. Cut the aboveground parts in spring, summer, and autumn, and dry them in the sun for later use. Distributed in southern China, with main production areas in Meizhou, Guangdong and Fujian

Among the components contained in Xianrencao, flavonoids have the effect of inhibiting cancer cell growth and lowering blood pressure; Polysaccharides have the ability to enhance and improve the immune function of the body; Essence has the effect of sedation, cooling, detoxification and diuresis; Trace elements have the effects of inhibiting free radical formation, anti-aging, and anti-cancer; Vitamins can regulate and enhance physiological functions

Method of making Wuping Xiancao

Method of making liangfen: Wash 500 grams of hay with water, put it into a pot, add 10 times the amount of water, boil it into a dark green thick juice, remove the residue, filter it, add 20 grams of edible alkali and 1000 grams of starch, and mix well. Add an appropriate amount of water and simmer over low heat for 30 minutes, stirring while cooking. Finally, transfer to a container and let cool. Once cooled, it becomes jelly powder. Mixing white sugar for better flavor when drinking

Tasting and eating methods of Wuping Xiancao

Oral administration: decoction, 1-2 liang; Make cold drinks or soak in alcohol

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