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The Functions of豆瓣绿 (Stringbean Green)

Today, the editor will introduce the decoration aspect of using Stringbean Green in home decor, the functions of Stringbean Green, with the following details:

Green plant enthusiasts who enjoy cultivating greenery often use white plastic pots or white porcelain pots to grow Stringbean Green, placing them on coffee tables, decorative cabinets, bookshelves, or office desks, which is very beautiful. Alternatively, letting the branches spread and hang down, suspended in front of indoor windows or in the bathroom, also creates a very fresh and pleasing sight.

Stringbean Green has a certain purification effect on formaldehyde, xylene, and second-hand smoke, and it is considered the best plant for radiation protection. Industry insiders often say that any succulent plant can protect against radiation, commonly explained as thick leaves usually having this function. However, whether it actually provides protection is something that cannot be proven, and most people adopt an attitude of 'better safe than sorry'. At the very least, greenery can soothe the eyes and reduce eye fatigue, which is certain.

This plant, Stringbean Green, can also be used medicinally. According to traditional Chinese medicine theory, when taken internally, it can expel wind and dampness, and relieve coughing and phlegm. When used externally, it can treat falls, injuries, and fractures, making it an important part of Chinese herbal medicine.

Stringbean Green is a perennial herb with a height of 15-20 centimeters. It has no main stem, with leaves clustering together, the stems are fleshy and thick, ovoid, and gray-green with deep green veins. The inflorescence is grayish-white. Cultivated varieties include spotted leaf type, with leaf flesh having a red flush; variegated leaf type, with the middle of the leaf green and the edges having a wide golden yellow border; bright leaf type, with heart-shaped leaves and metallic luster; and wrinkled leaf type, with deep sunken veins creating a wrinkled leaf surface, which is very interesting. It prefers a warm, humid semi-shaded environment. The optimal growing temperature is around 25℃, with the minimum not lower than 10℃, it does not tolerate high temperatures, and requires high humidity and well-draining, loose, and fertile soil.

The above sharing provides a comprehensive introduction to the functions of Stringbean Green, hoping to bring some related knowledge about green plants to greenery enthusiasts.