Methods on application of Chinese medicine to protect ancient books / 国际中医中药杂志

ABSTRACT

Objective Pest control is one of the measures in protecting ancient books.To conclude pest control methods of Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine Library,a suitable method for promotion can be found.Methods By integrating the practical experience of protecting ancient books in Heilongjiang University,this article discussed concrete applications of Lysimachia foenum-gracum Hance to protect ancient books from infestation.Results The pest control mechanism of Lysimachia foenum-gracum was analyzed.The best pest control effects can be achieved when we identify the origin,choose the right picking season,identify authenticity of the medicine,and correctly use it.Conclusion Using Chinese traditional medicine to keep away insect is an environmental friendly way,which is worthy of generalizing.