Scattered Artemisia annua [a specialty of Xishui, Hubei]

What is loose flowered Artemisia annua? Authentic specialty of Xishui, Hubei: loose flower Artemisia annua

Content summary:Do you want to know what loose flower Artemisia annua is? This article is a detailed introduction to the special product of Xishui, Hubei Province - loose flower Artemisia annua. It was compiled and edited by the editorial team of China Specialty Network after reviewing and collecting relevant information on loose flower Artemisia annua. The full text takes about 8 minutes to read, mainly including the basic introduction of loose flower Artemisia annua and its nutritional value? What are the product characteristics of loose flower Artemisia annua? Wait

Basic Introduction of Scattered Artemisia annua

Artemisia annua, also known as reed, water, or fragrant mugwort, is a perennial herbaceous plant. Wild in damp places such as wastelands, due to its strong stress resistance and low damage from pests and diseases, it has become a nutritious and pollution-free green vegetable food after artificial cultivation

Scattered Artemisia annua is an off-season wild vegetable obtained through protected cultivation of wild large leaved Artemisia annua. The edible part is the tender stems on the ground, which are 16-22cm long and 0.4-0.6cm thick, with a special fragrant aroma. The tender stems of the loose flower Artemisia annua are fresh, white green in color, with a special fragrant aroma. They are easily broken by hand, thicker than those naturally grown, with a stronger aroma, brighter color, shorter internodes, and less or no crude fiber. It has the effects of dispelling wind and dampness, strengthening the spleen and stomach, calming liver fire, preventing constipation, promoting digestion, and improving human immune function. According to the "Xishui County Annals", the scattered flower Artemisia annua has a planting history of thousands of years and is a famous product in eastern Hubei. During the Three Kingdoms period, Zhou Yu trained his navy at "Ce Lake" (named after Sun Ce's scattered flower training in Xishui, Hubei), often taking wild vegetables such as Artemisia annua, water chestnuts, and water bamboo for military use, to strengthen the health of soldiers. The production area of loose flowered Artemisia annua is adjacent to the Yangtze River, surrounded by water on three sides, far away from industrial areas, and has no pollution sources in the surrounding area. The cultivation soil layer in the planting area is deep, the soil is fertile, and it preserves moisture and fertilizer. Since 2010, the People's Government of Xishui County has formulated multiple preferential policies to vigorously develop the production of Artemisia annua. The current planting area has reached more than 8000 acres, with a yield of over 12000 tons

It is also reported that our province has included a total of three agricultural products in this batch of protection catalog, the other two being Hongshan chicken from Suixian County and silk cotton tea from Quxiang, Zigui

Regional Scope

The production area of Artemisia annua is located in the southwest of Sanhua Town, Xishui County, Hubei Province, distributed around Cehu Lake. It is bordered by Xiannvmiao Village to the east, Zechuandi Village to the west, Yushan Village to the south, and Honglianchao Village to the north. The geographical coordinates of the production area are between 30o15'46 "and 30o17'35" north latitude and 115o06'40 "and 115o10'46" east longitude; The production area is 8 kilometers wide from east to west and 3 kilometers long from north to south, with a suitable planting area of 850 hectares for Artemisia annua

What is the nutritional value of loose flower Artemisia annua

Scattered Artemisia annua, also known as Artemisia annua, Artemisia annua, or Artemisia annua, is a perennial herbaceous plant. Wild in damp places such as wastelands, due to its strong stress resistance and low damage from pests and diseases, it has become a nutritious and pollution-free green vegetable food after artificial cultivation. In daily life, it can be served as a cold salad or cooked food, with a fragrant and crispy texture. It has the functions of dispelling wind and dampness, strengthening the spleen and stomach, regulating liver fire, preventing dental diseases and constipation, promoting digestion, and improving the body's immune function. It is deeply loved by residents. Stir fried bacon with Artemisia annua is a delicacy on the spring dining table

1. External sensory characteristics: Scattered Artemisia annua is an off-season wild vegetable obtained by protecting and cultivating wild large leaved Artemisia annua in greenhouses. It is available for sale from December to March of the following year. The edible part is the tender stems on the ground, which are 16-22cm long and 0.4-0.6cm thick, without lateral branches or coarse fibers. It has a low degree of lignification, a white green color, and a special fragrance. The product loose flower Artemisia annua is a tender stem that has not yet bloomed after leaf removal and has been bundled and packaged. The tender stem is fresh, white green in color, with a special fragrant aroma, easily breakable by hand, thicker than naturally grown, with a stronger aroma, brighter color, shorter internodes, and less or no coarse fiber. The method of consumption is to cut into pieces and stir fry or cook with other meats. After stir frying, the color is crispy green, the taste is crispy but not rotten, the aroma is strong, the residue is easy to chew, and it is refreshing<2. Internal quality indicators: The internal quality of loose flower Artemisia annua is the same as that of ordinary Artemisia annua, with functions such as dispelling wind and dampness, strengthening the spleen and stomach, calming liver fire, preventing constipation, promoting digestion, and improving human immune function

3. Quality and safety regulations: The environmental quality of the production area of Artemisia annua meets the requirements of "Environmental Conditions for Pollution free Food and Vegetable Production Areas" (NY/T5010-2002), and the quality strictly follows the standards of "Pollution free Food Green Leaf Vegetables" NY5089-2005; Reasonable use of agricultural inputs in the production process is strictly prohibited, and the use of highly toxic pesticides explicitly prohibited by the state is strictly prohibited. The use of pesticides and fertilizers in the production process must comply with the "Guidelines for the Use of Pollution free Food Fertilizers" (NT/T5017-2001) and the "Guidelines for the Use of Pollution free Food Pesticides" (NY/T5018-2001). Strictly implement the safety interval for pesticides, and products must pass pesticide residue testing before they can be put on the market