Abstract: Purslane is a common wild vegetable that is widely distributed across the country. Portulaca not only has a refreshing taste, but also has rich nutritional value and is popular among people. This article will introduce purslane from its morphological characteristics, ecological environment, nutritional value and other aspects....
Portulaca oleracea is a common wild vegetable that is widely distributed across the country. Portulaca not only has a refreshing taste, but also has rich nutritional value and is popular among people. This article will introduce purslane from its morphological characteristics, ecological environment, nutritional value and other aspects.
1. Morphological characteristics Portulaca oleracea is an annual herb with a height generally between 20 and 60 centimeters. Its leaves are nearly round or oval, with slightly rough leaf surfaces and obvious reticular veins. The flowers are yellow or green and bloom from June to August. The fruits are small nuts and the seeds are mostly black.
2. Ecological environment Portulaca oleracea is a highly adaptable plant that can grow in the wild and cultivated land in most parts of the country. It has strong cold and drought resistance and can grow in barren, arid and nutrient-deficient environments. At the same time, purslane is also a plant that is resistant to diseases and insect pests. It does not require fertilization or pesticides, and does not pollute the land.
3. Origin distribution Portulaca oleracea is widely distributed throughout the country, including most areas in Northeast China, North China, Northwest, Southwest and South China. Among them, the quality of purslane in Henan, Shandong and other provinces is the best.
4. Nutritional value Portulaca oleracea is rich in nutrients and contains various nutrients such as protein, fat, carbohydrates, calcium, phosphorus, and iron, especially the high content of vitamin C and carotene. According to research, purslane has various health effects such as lowering blood pressure, lowering blood lipids, and enhancing immunity.
5. Medicinal value Portulaca oleracea also has certain application value in traditional Chinese medicine. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that purslane tastes sweet and slightly cool, and has the effects of clearing away heat and toxic materials, benefiting water and swelling swelling. It is mainly used to treat symptoms such as sores of the tongue and tongue, carbuncle, furuncle, swelling, chest and abdominal edema.
6. Edible method Portulaca can be eaten as salad, hot dish, stir-fried and other ways. When cooking, be careful not to over-heat it to avoid affecting its nutritional content.
7. Preservation methods The preservation method of purslane is relatively simple. You can place it in a ventilated and dry place, or you can seal it in a fresh-keeping bag and place it in a refrigerator for preservation.
8. Shopping skills When purchasing purslane on the market, you should pay attention to selecting purslane with better quality such as shiny leaf surfaces, no insect mouths, and no yellow leaves.
9. Combination with other ingredients Purslane can be eaten with a variety of ingredients, such as tofu, seaweed, etc. At the same time, purslane can also be used as a substitute for cabbage to make delicious purslane rolls.
10. Eating Taboo Purslane Although it has rich nutritional value, it is not suitable for everyone. Some people may experience allergic reactions after eating it, so special attention is needed.
11. Suitable for the crowd Purslane is suitable for almost all people, especially for the elderly, children, women and other groups.
12. Planting purslane The planting of purslane is relatively simple and can generally be sown in early spring or late autumn. It grows rapidly and can be harvested in about 45 days.
13. Future development prospects As people pay increasing attention to healthy eating, purslane, as a green and organic wild vegetable, has very broad future development prospects. We have reason to believe that purslane will become one of the indispensable ingredients on people's tables.
14. Recommended recipe Scrambled eggs with purslane: Wash purslane, cut into sections, add the beaten eggs and stir fry.
15. Purslane, as a common wild vegetable, not only has a refreshing taste, but also has rich nutritional value. It is known as the "treasure among grass". In the future development, we should strengthen the promotion and cultivation of purslane so that more people can understand and love this green and healthy wild vegetable.