Cistanche, also known as Liaodong medicinal vine, thorny old crow, thorny dragon tooth, and tender sprout, belongs to the family Araliaceae.Cistanche contains proteins, fats, carbohydrates, minerals, vitamins, etc.The tender shoots can be used for cooking, making soups, or pickling and processing into heads. They are nutritionally rich, have a fresh taste, and unique flavor, earning the title of "king of mountain vegetables."..
