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Briefly talk about the Tamarix (red willow) on the Gobi Desert in Xinjiang.

1. Tamarix, a spectacular shrub in the desert of Xinjiang. Tamarix plants, belonging to the Tamarix family, have about 90 species, growing on alluvial and silted saline-alkalized plains and beaches in arid and semi-arid areas. They are resistant to drought, salt, heat, sand and water. The surface is similar, but the difference lies in the color and shape of the inflorescence. Morphological characteristics and name Tamarix is a shrub or tree, much branched, leaves small, scaly, alternate.

2. In spring, goose-yellow buds appear on the old branches of the red willow, and green leaves grow out, bringing vitality to the plateau. The twigs and green leaves of the red willow are good medicine for rheumatism at high altitude. The Tibetan people affectionately call her "Guanyin willow" and "Bodhisattva tree". Red willow, also known as Tamarix, is a small deciduous shrub with green leaves and red flowers, and its branches and leaves can be used as medicine. it is an excellent tree species for afforestation in desert saline-alkali land.

3. Red willow, also known as Tamarix, is the most common and common plant on the plateau. It belongs to red willow shrubs or small trees, which is widely distributed in Xinjiang, Gansu, Inner Mongolia and other places in China. Shrubs or small trees of the family Saliuraceae, usually 2-3 m tall, much branched, branches purplish red or reddish brown. Leaves lanceolate, ovate-lanceolate or triangular-lanceolate, 0.5-2 mm long, apex acute, slightly curved.

4. Red willow, also known as Tamarix, multi-branch Tamarix. Any of various shrubs or small trees of the genus Tamarix. It is widely distributed in Xinjiang, Gansu, Inner Mongolia and other places. In some areas of the northwest. People use red willow sticks to barbecue mutton, which is particularly delicious because of the aroma of red willow, so it is the top grade of barbecue.

Is Tamarix a willow?

1. Tamarix is a willow, Tamarix is also known as weeping silk willow, Xihe willow, west lake willow, red willow, yin willow, is Tamarix, Tamarix plants. The tender branches and leaves of Tamarix are traditional Chinese medicine. It is produced all over China. Rare or dry use. Tamarix branches are thin and soft, posture whirling, flowering like Polygonum, quite beautiful, often planted as a garden ornamental planting, its twigs flexible and wear-resistant, mostly used to weave baskets, solid and durable; its branches can also be woven and agricultural tools handle.

2. Tamarix is not willow. Tamarix is a tree or shrub of Tamarix family and Tamarix genus, also called weeping willow, Xihe willow, Xihu willow, red willow, etc., 3-6 meters high, the old branch is erect, the color is dark brownish red, the young branch color is red-purple or dark purplish red, glossy, the leaf is bright green, blossoms twice or three times a year, the raceme is lateral on the lignified branchlets, the petal color is pink, the capsule is conical.

3. Tamarix, also known as Sanchun willow, is famous for its bright color and long-lasting florescence, and can blossom three times in a row. Its tree shape is not a willow, it gets its name because its leaves are slender and drooping and flutter like pomegranate branches in the wind. This plant is very tolerant and can adapt to wet, saline and barren environments. It is often planted on lakes, riverbanks or tidal flats as shrubs or small trees up to 2-5 meters in height.

4. Steamed bread willow, tapewood willow, golden willow and red tip willow all have a certain fragrance. It should be noted that Tamarix is sometimes mistaken for willow. In fact, Tamarix does not belong to the genus Salix, but belongs to Tamarix and Tamarix. The sunset is as bright as an oily duck egg yolk. In the wind, the willows swayed gently, as if the lovers were reluctant to part when they said goodbye. The scent of willow flowers is intoxicating.

What does Tamarix mean?

1. Tamarix, also known as "Guanyin willow" and "Sanchun willow", belongs to Tamarix family. The branches are weak and often drooping. The leaves are as small as scales and the reddish flowers bloom in summer. It grows widely and is distributed in the Yellow River and Yangtze River basins in China, especially in saline soil areas. It is an important afforestation tree species. At the same time, it is also an ornamental plant, which can be used to decorate the garden. Its branches are soft, beautiful in shape and beautiful in color, such as Polygonum polygonum.

2. Tamarix is a small deciduous tree, also known as Guanyin willow, Xihe willow, Sanchun willow and red willow, with a variety of aliases. The branches of this plant are slender and drooping, and the bark is red. It is commonly found in the plains, sandy lands and saline-alkali lands of the Yellow River and Yangtze River basins as well as Guangdong, Guangxi and Yunnan. The branches of Tamarix are soft and are often used to weave baskets and other handicrafts.

3. Tamarix is a small deciduous tree, also known as Guanyin willow, Xihe willow, Sanchun willow and red willow. Its branches are red, the branches are slender and drooping, and the shape is unique. This plant is widely distributed in the Yellow River and Yangtze River basins as well as the plains, sandy lands and saline-alkali lands of Guangdong, Guangxi and Yunnan. The branches of Tamarix have high utilization value and can be woven into all kinds of baskets, which are not only practical but also beautiful.

Efficacy and function of Tamarix chinensis

1. The efficacy and effect of Tamarix include: effect on respiratory system: Tamarix decoction can significantly inhibit cough (ammonia spray induced cough) when 5 g / kg Tamarix decoction is injected intraperitoneally in mice, but no expectorant effect is observed (mouse phenol red method). In guinea pigs, intraperitoneal injection of 1 g / kg Tamarix preparation did not show a significant antiasthmatic effect (histamine spray induced asthma).

2. Tamarix can not only be used for eating and making tea, but also has significant pharmacological effects. It can lower blood pressure, anti-thrombosis, anti-arteriosclerosis, and has a positive effect on the cardiovascular system. In addition, Tamarix has the effect of reducing swelling and dispersing knots, eliminating heat and detoxification, dispelling wind and dampness. The bark and root of Tamarix can also be used as medicine, which has the effects of expectorant, eyesight, antipyretic and anti-wind. In summer, Tamarix provides shade, and its branches can be woven into durable baskets.

3. The breath is weak and the taste is light. It is better to be green, tender and free of impurities. The efficacy and function of Tamarix Tamarix has the functions of soothing wind, relieving surface, penetrating rash and detoxification. It is used for wind-fever cold, measles onset, impenetrable rash, rheumatism arthralgia and other symptoms. Tamarix medicinal prescription-to treat infantile rash, wheezing cough, boredom, restlessness: Xihe willow leaves, air-dried for the end, water transfer four money, take.

4. Its main function is sweating and penetrating rash, which is especially suitable for the treatment of measles in the early stage. Tamarix chinensis can play a good adjuvant treatment for those patients whose measles symptoms are not fully dispersed, or the rash is invaded by the wind and cold. In use, generally recommended dosage of 3-10 grams, if you need external use, should also be appropriate. However, it is worth noting that the use of Tamarix chinensis may not be appropriate for patients who have been exposed to rash.

5. Tamarix decoction injected intraperitoneally with 5 g / kg had obvious antitussive effect (ammonia spray induced cough), but no expectorant effect (mouse phenol red method). Intraperitoneal injection of 1 g / kg of guinea pigs had no obvious antiasthmatic effect (histamine spray induced asthma). The antibacterial activity of ② in vitro test showed that Tamarix decoction had inhibitory effect on pneumococci, A streptococcus, Staphylococcus Albus and Influenza bacilli.

6. Tamarix is also called Tamarix with the effect of dispelling wind and dispelling cold, relieving surface and relieving cough, dispersing rash, dispelling wind and dehumidification, dispelling discomfort and relieving alcohol. Medicinal value to treat measles is difficult to penetrate, rubella itching, cold, cough and asthma, rheumatism bone pain taste belongs to Tamarix sweet and salty, flat. ①: "cool, non-toxic". ② "Materia Medica Hui Yan": "the taste is bitter and slightly salty." ③ "Materia Medica from the New": "Ganxian, Ping." Enter the lung, stomach and heart meridian.

What is the meaning and source of Tamarix?

Tamarix is a small deciduous tree, also known as Guanyin willow, Xihe willow, Sanchun willow, red willow, with a variety of aliases. The branches of this plant are slender and drooping, and the bark is red. It is commonly found in the plains, sandy lands and saline-alkali lands of the Yellow River and Yangtze River basins as well as Guangdong, Guangxi and Yunnan. The branches of Tamarix are soft and are often used to weave baskets and other handicrafts.

The origin of the name of Tamarix: the name of Tamarix comes from its soft and drooping branches, which is similar to the word "Tamarix" in ancient China, so it is called "Tamarix". In the West, Tamarix is also known as "Chinese weeping willow", that is, "Chinese weeping willow". This is because they are somewhat similar in shape, but in fact they are not the same. History and culture: Tamarix is widely recorded and described in ancient Chinese literature.

[source] it is the delicate branches and leaves of Tamarix, Chinese juniper or multi-branched Tamarix. [efficacy] soothing wind and dispelling cold, relieving surface and relieving cough, ascending and dispersing rash, dispelling wind and dehumidification, dispelling discomfort and relieving alcohol. Treatment of measles, rubella itching, cold, cough and asthma, rheumatism and bone pain. Sweet and salty, flat. ①: "cool, non-toxic". ② 's "words on Materia Medica": "it tastes bitter and slightly salty.