In the vast land of China, there are many mysterious folk wisdoms hidden. These wisdoms often stem from people's long-term interactions with the natural environment, and are the accumulation of deep insights and experiences into life. Among them, there is an old snake catcher in his 80s in the village, who is famous for his rich experience in catching snakes. He reminded us that the most feared thing about poisonous snakes is actually a common plant, and as long as you plant one in the yard, the poisonous snake will make a detour.
The old man's words aroused great interest in me. In the environment we live in, the venomous snake is indeed a formidable existence. Their venom is lethal enough to make people shudder. However, the old man used a plant to crack the threat of poisonous snakes. I decided to dive into this amazing plant and how it works.
After some investigation, I found out that this plant is called "Snake Extinction Gate", also known as "Wangjiangnan". It grows in many parts of China and is a very common plant. Its leaves have a peculiar smell that is almost harmless to humans, but enough to deter venomous snakes. What's even more amazing is that the intensity of this flavor changes with sunlight and temperature, so its deterrent effect on venomous snakes varies from season to season.
The 80-year-old snake catcher told me that he has been using the plant for decades to protect himself and his family from poisonous snakes. He would plant the plant around the yard to form a natural barrier. He said that since the plant was planted, the snake in the house has not been seen again.
This story struck me deeply. It not only shows the wisdom and courage of this old man, but also reveals the breadth and profundity of Chinese folk culture. By living in harmony with nature, one can find solutions to life's problems. The experience of this old man provides us with a valuable lesson: only by respecting and using nature can human beings and nature coexist in true harmony.
We should draw wisdom from the story of this old man and learn how Xi live in harmony with the natural environment. We can also learn from this way of thinking in our daily lives and use the natural resources around us to improve our quality of life. Whether it's planting this particular plant to keep snakes out of snakes or taking other steps to protect our home, we should all remember what this story has taught us: respect for nature, use nature, and live in harmony.
In addition, this story also reminds us that folk wisdom is endless. In China's long history, countless people have accumulated rich experience and methods. We should cherish these wisdoms, continue to discover and pass them on, and let them continue to shine in the new era.
In conclusion, the story of this snake catcher in his 80s has given us many valuable inspirations. It reminds us of the importance of folk wisdom, the need to live in harmony with nature, and inspires our passion to continue to explore and pass on this wisdom. Let's work together to pass on this precious legacy to the next generation and create a better future together.