First, the medicinal value of Ilex cornuta
The fruit of Ilex cornuta is sweet and sour, which can be eaten raw or used as traditional Chinese medicine. The leaves are densely distributed. The leaves distributed in pieces are 300- 1200mm in diameter, ovoid or ovoid, 4- 10cm in length and 2-5cm in width, and the old leaves are blue. The main components of Ilex cornuta are terpenoids, flavonoids, glycosides and multivitamins. The medicinal value of Ilex cornuta mainly lies in its effects of clearing away heat and toxic materials, promoting fluid production to quench thirst, clearing liver-fire, improving eyesight, inducing diuresis and relaxing bowels. Ilex cornuta has potential anti-tumor and anti-cancer effects. Ilex cornuta can also improve liver injury, lower blood pressure and relieve constipation. In addition, Ilex cornuta can also be used to treat heatstroke, high fever, jaundice, epilepsy and other symptoms.
Second, the ornamental value of Ilex cornuta
As an ornamental plant, Ilex cornuta has clear branches and leaves, which can form a beautiful scenery. Its slender and elastic branches are suitable for garden pruning and modeling. The flowers of Ilex cornuta are bell-shaped, semi-open and light blue or light yellow in color. Ilex cornuta is a medium-height tree species, which can be planted in gardens or parks. The height and shape of Ilex cornuta can be trimmed as needed to adapt to different scenes and climatic conditions. Its beautiful shape and unique color make Ilex cornuta an indispensable plant in garden landscape.
In a word, Ilex cornuta is a kind of plant with both medicinal and ornamental values. It can not only cure many diseases and health problems, but also become an important role in the landscape, adding beautiful colors and breath.