How to eat copper coin grass
As a herbaceous plant with both ornamental and practical value, copper coin grass is widely loved for its unique round shield-shaped leaves. In recent years, its edible value has gradually been discovered. This article will analyze the eating methods and health benefits of copperweed from a scientific perspective, and give you a comprehensive understanding of this magical plant. Scientific explanation of the toxicity misunderstandings of the safety and nutritional value of Pterocarpus chinensis is often confused by Pterocarpus chinensis with the same name. In fact, Pterocarpus chinensis (scientific name: Hydrocotyle vulgaris) belongs to the herb of the Araliaceae family. The entire plant has been tested by the Academy of Agricultural Sciences. No toxic ingredients such as alkaloids. On the contrary, it is rich in flavonoids and terpenoids and has antioxidant properties. Laboratory analysis of the nutrient element test report showed that every 100g of fresh leaves contained 45mg of vitamin C and 120mg of calcium, and active ingredients such as oleanolic acid were detected, confirming the diuretic and swelling effect recorded in "Chinese Materia Medica". Practical Guidelines for the Four Major Diet Plans of Copper Coin Grass Cold Fresh Food Method Select the young spring leaves to soak in clear water for 10 minutes, and mix them with rice vinegar, honey, and walnut kernels to retain the crispy, tender taste and nutrition. Note that the daily consumption does not exceed 50g. Medicinal diet compatibility skills Mix dried leaves with tuckahoe and atractylodes rhizome in a ratio of 2:1:1, and simmer for 1 hour to make a health soup, which is suitable for people with hot and humid physique. External care plan: Mash fresh leaves to take juice, and mix it with aloe vera gel at a ratio of 1:3 to make a post-sun recovery mask. Its natural arbutin component helps skin metabolism. Seasoning and refreshing use dried leaves and ground them into powder as a substitute for natural MSG. Adding 3-5g when stewing soup can improve the umami level. The multi-functional development and application of ecological landscape construction of coppergrass has new plants that can germinate at each node of its stolons, which is especially suitable for creating amphibious landscapes. Pair it with Taihu Lake stone to create a Chinese-style courtyard. Environmentally friendly purification characteristics Hydroponics experiments show that a single plant of Pterocarpus chinensis has a ammonia nitrogen removal rate of 65%, making it suitable as a pioneer plant in artificial wetlands. The key points of home planting are semi-soil and semi-water cultivation method, maintaining scattered light for 4 hours a day, and adding leaf viewing plant nutrient solution every month to promote the bright color of the leaves.
From the dining table to the courtyard, copper coin grass shows multiple application values. Mastering scientific eating methods and cultivation techniques will make this "natural copper coin" truly a healthy companion for home life.