The main value of delphinium

The ornamental value of delphinium

The flowers of delphinium are unique in shape, like swallows. Just placing them on the balcony will give you the warmth and comfort of the swallows migrating south in spring.

Delphiniums have rich and varied colors, which can be elegant or bright. Light or heavy makeup is always suitable, white is fresh and clean, purple is noble and elegant.

Planting it in flower beds or as cut flowers, paired with a few bunches of green leaf branches dripping with water droplets, it is a beautiful landscape.

Medicinal Value of Delphinium

The whole plant and seeds can be used as medicine to treat toothache. The juice extracted from the stems and leaves can kill insects.

Functions and indications: Seeds: Taken internally, their effects are similar to those of Aconitum, and they can treat wheezing and edema. Root: Mainly used to treat abdominal pain.

According to "Jilin Chinese Herbal Medicine", fresh chicken feet and the whole herb of delphinium can be crushed and used to soak in water to wash your hair to treat head lice.

According to the Handbook of Plateau Chinese Herbal Medicine Treatment, rubbing delphinium with ground Sophora flavescens can treat scabies.

The Handbook of Commonly Used Chinese Herbal Medicines in Northeast China records that 5 fen to 1 qian of delphinium can be boiled in water and gargled with the mouth to treat toothache caused by wind-heat. But do not swallow it, otherwise there is a risk of poisoning.

Don't panic if delphiniums are poisonous

The whole plant of delphinium is poisonous, and the seeds are even more toxic. They mainly contain terpene alkaloids. If ingested by mistake, it can cause nervous system poisoning, and in severe cases, it can cause convulsions, respiratory failure and death. As the saying goes, "All medicines are poisonous," which is absolutely true.

But there is no need to worry, as you will only be poisoned if you accidentally ingest it. It is fine if you just touch it. If swallowed, seek medical attention immediately.

After flowering and fruiting, if there are children at home, the plants can be placed where children cannot reach them, and the seeds should be harvested immediately once they are ripe to prevent children from picking up fallen seeds and accidentally eating them.