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The riverside parks in the Twin Cities have recently attracted many people to harvest a precious herb—one leaf grass, also known as "king of herbs." This herb is priced at over a thousand dollars per pound, and can even sell for 4,000 dollars in the summer. Experts point out that one leaf grass has effects of clearing heat and reducing inflammation, but precautions should be taken to avoid accidental ingestion during harvesting. Although one leaf grass is widely used in the community, experts remind that it should be used in moderation afterward to avoid side effects. The New Taipei City Government stated that as long as it does not affect the environment's aesthetic, the public can freely harvest it.

In the Riverside Parks of the Twin Cities, precious herbs can actually be found! Recently, many people have been weeding in the riverside parks, and it turns out they are pulling out a plant known as "the king of grasses," which can fetch a market price of up to thousands of dollars per pound. Especially during the summer, when its yield is scarce, the price skyrockets to 4000 yuan per pound. Experts indicate that the plant possesses anti-inflammatory and swelling-reducing medicinal properties, but caution must be exercised during herb harvesting to avoid misidentification or accidental ingestion.

The legendary "king of grasses" can cure many ailments, selling for 1000-4000 yuan per pound

A netizen recently spotted a woman crouching down to pull weeds while jogging at the riverside park in Xinzhuang. Out of curiosity, they asked her what she was doing and learned that she was not picking ordinary weeds, but rather the fabled "king of grasses," a herb said to cure numerous ailments. In herbal medicine shops, this herb can sell for thousands of yuan per pound, and during the summer when its yield is low, it can even be sold for 4000 yuan, with many herbal shops eager to buy it.

The woman stated that she was not harvesting the herb for sale, but rather viewed weeding as a form of exercise. Since the plant is hidden among the grass, it is not easy to find, and pulling even 1 tael (1 pound = 16 taels) in a whole day is already quite impressive. She plans to take the herbs home to use in dishes like chicken soup and boiled eggs.

Benefits of the plant: Clears heat, reduces inflammation, detoxifies, and can be used in various dishes

This news has elicited enthusiastic responses from netizens, with many leaving comments expressing their understanding of the trend. In fact, the Taipei City Government's Public Works Department has also mentioned that the herb can be found in the grass of Neihu Sports Park. This type of herb is non-toxic, can be consumed and used in cooking, and can also be applied externally for treatment, possessing numerous benefits such as heat-clearing, anti-inflammatory, detoxifying, and fever-reducing properties.

The Head of the Facilities Management Section of the Taipei City Health Department stated that the scientific name for this herb includes Eclipta prostrata, one arrow grass, and gold sword grass. It grows in plains, along field ridges, and in shaded grassy areas. This plant only has one leaf, is non-toxic, edible or cooked, and can be consumed raw after being cleaned. It can also be used to make meat soup or scrambled eggs, and some people even dry it to make it into brewing materials. The Health Department also reminded that due to the cooling nature of the herb, one should avoid excessive consumption.

Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners advise: Cooling properties demand moderation; beware of misidentification risks

Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners point out that the herb possesses sweetness and coolness, has medicinal value, and can be used to treat colds in children, inflammation, and to reduce fever. In the surgical realm, it can also be used to handle snake bites, and is classified as a traditional medicinal plant, though it is not a drug used in clinical traditional Chinese medicine.

Although the plant is widely used in folk medicine, many people lack an understanding of the dosage of herbs, which could lead to side effects such as diarrhea from excessive consumption. Therefore, it is recommended to consult a professional before using it. Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners remind that there have been cases where the public mistakenly identified the herb Huang Yao Zi for the similar traditional Chinese medicine He Shou Wu, leading to liver damage. Therefore, ordinary citizens should not casually imitate when foraging for wild vegetables or herbs unless they fully understand the plant.

As for the act of pulling the herb in the floodplain, the director of the New Taipei City Floodplain Management Office stated that the herb is not on the list of controlled plants in floodplain areas. As long as it does not affect the local landscape and environmental hygiene, the office will not intervene, and encourages the public to engage closely with nature.