Application: Jiaogulan herb is a cleansing agent, which detoxifies the body from toxic substances, with a slightly bitter taste. It can grow in the ground as well as in containers on terraces. It can also be grown indoors year-round in a well-lit place. It reaches a length of 4-8m.

Fruiting and flowering: The inflorescences are drooping, made up of small (2-3mm) yellow-green flowers. It blooms in August and September. The fruits are inedible, round berries with a diameter of 5-8mm. They are dark green at first, then almost black when they ripen.

Care: It should be carefully covered for winter protection against frost. Requires a well-lit but not overly sunny spot. Needs well-draining soil. Frequent watering is necessary.

Pruning: This herb is a climbing perennial, so in early spring, all plant shoots grown in the ground should be cut just above the soil. Pruning during the growing season encourages better branching of the plant.

Effects:

- Antioxidant protection
- Delays the aging process
- Regulates blood pressure and cholesterol levels
- Increases heart performance
- Antidepressant
- Regulates blood sugar levels
- Increases respiratory system performance
- Improves metabolism
- Inhibits cancer cell proliferation by 20-80%
- Prevents cirrhosis of the liver
- Improves kidney function
- Drinking the tea in the evening improves sleep quality and duration
- Stimulates immunity by activating macrophages and increasing lymphocyte production
- Has anti-inflammatory effects, including on stomach ulcers
- Regulates blood flow and eliminates blood stagnation
- Has pain-relieving properties

HOW TO USE - The tea can be prepared from both fresh and dried leaves. Boil the leaves for 3 minutes or brew them like tea. Fresh leaves can be added to salads - they have a sweetish taste.