This vegetable, commonly known as the "herb of immortality and longevity," is a nemesis of high blood pressure, and it grows like crazy when planted in a flower pot
This vegetable is commonly known as the "herb of immortality and longevity" and is a nemesis of high blood pressure. Plant it in a flower pot and it grows like crazy!
Legend has it that when Qin Shi Huang ordered Xu Fu to search for the elixir of life, the plant he was looking for was this plant called Mingyue grass, also commonly known among the people as the "herb of immortality and longevity." It is a vegetable that is both medicinal and edible.
The herb of immortality and longevity is a large herbaceous plant with a plant height of around 100 cm. When the stem is cut, a yellow juice flows out. This juice is its essence and can enhance human immunity, fight bacteria, resist thrombosis, resist ulcers, treat cancer, and so on. It is also very effective in treating high blood pressure, so it is widely recognized as a new type of vegetable with great development potential.
This herb of immortality and longevity vegetable can be eaten raw directly after the tender leaves are washed, but the main way to eat it is still to stir-fry or make soup with its leaves and tender stems, and it also tastes fresh and delicious when served as a cold dish.
Such a magical herb of immortality and longevity can actually also be grown in pots at home. Planted in a flower pot, besides letting you pick and eat it whenever you like, it is also no less ornamental than other green plants!
Key points for growing the herb of immortality and longevity in pots
The herb of immortality and longevity is easy to cultivate, mainly propagated by cuttings, and grows quickly. The time for potting the herb of immortality and longevity is mainly from April to October. If the temperature is suitable, it can be planted all year round.
A plastic flower pot or clay pot can be used. Note that the herb of immortality and longevity is a large herbaceous plant. When using soil for potting, clay should account for 70% of the soil in the pot so that the roots can be firmly pressed down.
Before cutting, first soak the potting soil wet, take a 15 cm long old branch of the herb of immortality and longevity as the cutting, and insert it into the flower pot to a depth of about 5 cm. Depending on the size of the pot, 1 or 2 cuttings can be inserted. Then water thoroughly once.
Note that the herb of immortality and longevity just inserted into the flower pot should be kept in a ventilated and shady place for care, not exposed to the sun, and the soil should be kept moist. If it is fast, it can take root in a week. After rooting, it can be exposed to the sun and cared for normally.