What are the benefits and effects of Huaimi (Sophora japonica flower buds), and what is the market price per jin?

Speaking of Huaimi, those who do not know it might think it is a grain crop similar to japonica rice or millet, but in fact it is simply the flower buds of the pagoda tree (Sophora japonica) that are picked before they open in summer.So what benefits and effects does Huaimi have? About how much does it cost per jin on the market?

1. What benefits and effects does Huaimi have?

Huaimi is also called white pagoda tree flower, pagoda tree flower rice, or pagoda tree seed. It is harvested in summer when the flower buds of the pagoda tree form, then stripped of twigs and stems, cleaned of impurities, and dried. Below is an introduction to the benefits and effects of Huaimi:

1. Huaimi has antiviral and anti-inflammatory effects: studies show that the active components in Huaimi have a certain inhibitory effect on vesicular stomatitis virus and also inhibit inflammatory symptoms.

2. Huaimi has an expectorant and cough-relieving effect: the quercetin contained in Huaimi has a certain effect on relieving asthma.

3. Huaimi can lower blood pressure and help prevent stroke. Regularly consuming Huaimi can strengthen the resistance of human capillaries, improve their toughness as well, and reduce the chance of stroke caused by ruptured cerebral blood vessels.

4. Huaimi has a clear lipid-removing effect: the active components in Huaimi can maintain vascular fragility and reduce permeability, and have a clear removing effect on livers infiltrated by fat.

5. Huaimi can also cool the blood and stop bleeding, and has a certain effect on bloody stool and hemorrhoid bleeding caused by dryness and heat.

When consuming Huaimi, the following contraindications should be noted:

1. Because everyone's constitution is different, those who are allergic to Huaimi should not consume it.

2. Do not consume Huaimi in excess, otherwise it can easily cause yang deficiency. In addition, people with diabetes and those with poor digestive systems are best advised not to consume it.

2. About how much does Huaimi cost per jin on the market?

1. Below is a reference price table for Huaimi in some regions:

2. At present, the market for Huaimi is not very good. For example, in the Linyi area of Shandong, there is still unsold Huaimi stock purchased last year, so this year buyers are still relatively cautious when purchasing, prices have also declined compared with before, and because the market is poor, farmers are not very enthusiastic about harvesting.

3. Can Huaimi be steeped in water and drunk regularly?

Huaimi can be drunk regularly, but be sure to pay attention to the amount each time. Of course, besides steeping it in water, you can also try the following ways of consuming it:

1. Steep in liquor: put freshly picked Huaimi (which can be wrapped in clean gauze) and baijiu together into a clean glass container, then add an appropriate amount of white sugar or rock sugar, seal it for about two months, and it is ready to drink. This is very suitable for people with high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease, but note that you should not drink too much at one time; 30 to 40 milliliters is about right.

2. Huaimi soup: wash rice and boil it, then take the rice soup, crush Huaimi and put it into the rice soup. When drinking, you can add brown sugar. It has a very good effect on clearing the liver and reducing internal heat.

3. Huaimi tea: put Huaimi, chrysanthemum and green tea together, add boiling water to brew, and it can help improve eyesight and reduce internal heat.