Some characteristics of the blackthorn plant
The article on the Medlatec General Hospital website, with medical consultation from Dr. Duong Ngoc Van, states that the blackthorn plant is a woody vine, 3-10m long, growing in clumps, and is abundant in the mountainous forest areas of Ninh Binh , Thanh Hoa, and Hoa Binh provinces. When young, the plant is hairless and light gray; when mature, it becomes hairy and brownish-green.
The leaves of the blackthorn plant are oval-shaped, pointed at the tip, alternate, 7-12 cm long and 3-5 cm wide, with short serrations along the edges. The leaf stalk is only about 5-7 mm long.
The flowers of the blackthorn plant are white, with 5 petals, and usually grow in clusters at the tips of leaves or in the leaf axils. Each flower cluster is 5-10 cm long, with a flower stalk 2-4 mm in diameter.
The fruit of the blackthorn plant is about 1cm long, egg-shaped, and usually green. When ripe, the fruit usually turns yellow and splits into 3 pieces. The blackthorn plant flowers from March to May and bears fruit from August to December.
Many people wonder what the effects of soaking blackthorn fruit in alcohol are.
What are the benefits of blackthorn fruit?
According to the Health & Life newspaper, Dr. Tran Ngoc Que, Chairman of the Quang Binh Traditional Medicine Association, said that the blackthorn fruit is harvested when it turns yellow. After harvesting, it is washed, dried in the sun or in a dryer for later use. After processing, it should be put in bags and stored in a dry, cool, and well-ventilated place for later use. In addition, blackthorn fruit is often soaked in alcohol to make medicinal wine, usually after about 6 months it can be used.
Blackthorn fruit has the potential to support the treatment of liver diseases, promote relaxation, improve sleep, and aid in the treatment of nervous exhaustion. Additionally, blackthorn fruit helps to cool the body, detoxify, and support overall health.
According to Doctor Que, the herbal wine made from black sesame seeds has health-enhancing effects.
Notes on using black sesame fruit
To use the blackthorn plant in general and the blackthorn fruit in particular effectively and safely, Specialist Doctor Tran Ngoc Que recommends noting the following points:
– When harvesting blackthorn, it is necessary to wash away dirt and sand, and especially avoid blackthorn plants that have just been sprayed with pesticides.
– Since there is limited evidence regarding the use of black sesame in pregnant women, it is best for this group to avoid using black sesame.
– Patients should consult a specialist in Traditional Chinese Medicine before using remedies made from the blackthorn plant to treat their illness.
Ha An (Compiled)
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