Gusset - Useful Properties And Use Of Gusset, Gusset Root. Sharp Lastoven, Siberian, Kurassavsky

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Lastoven

Useful properties and use of gusset

Description of the gusset

Lastoven is a unique perennial grass or shrub of low height. Its shoots are on top, often curling. The plant's rhizome is short and horizontal. Roots of a brownish color are attached to it. Erect stems grow no more than 120 cm, sometimes curling like shoots. Often the surface of the stem is covered with fine hairs. Gusset leaves are located opposite each other. They are ovoid, sometimes oval in shape, and sharpen at the top.

Small flowers have five petals each. Usually they are collected in inflorescences in the form of 6 umbrellas. The petals can be white, pale yellow and even greenish. The fruit is a pod that consists of two pubescent leaflets. The seeds have a silky tuft of long fibers.

Useful properties of gusset

Gusset roots contain various acids, glycosides, and systosterols. The plant is poisonous, the rhizome and seeds are especially dangerous. In ancient times, it was considered an antidote. The plant has a fairly pronounced diuretic and diaphoretic effect, and also boasts laxative properties. It is known for its antitoxic and wound healing effect. Gusset seeds are great for quick pain relief.

Application of gusset

Since olden times, many wounds and extensive abscesses have been cured by the plant presented. For this, a special broth was prepared, for which it was necessary to throw gusset leaves into boiling water. After the water cooled down a little, the product was used as directed. With such a unique decoction, swelling was removed and wounds were disinfected.

today the decoction is prepared as follows. You need to pour 10 grams of plant leaves with one glass of boiling water, and then boil the whole mixture for 15 minutes. And after the product has cooled slightly, you can strain it. Until now, for small wounds, in addition to the decoction, leaves are applied for their speedy healing.

The gusset is often used for the bites of poisonous snakes and insects. Often the plant is used in homeopathy as an unmatched cure for diabetes, as well as serious respiratory diseases, more often infectious.

Gusset root

The unsurpassed root infusion is often used for palpitations, dropsy and as an excellent laxative. You need to take 1 regular teaspoon of the root of the plant, after chopping it up. Pour the root with two glasses of boiling water and let it brew for 40 minutes, then strain. You need to take such a healing infusion in equal doses throughout the day.

You can also use this delicious healing liquid for external use for lotions, washing sores and wounds. A special gusset powder is used to get rid of alcoholism quite quickly. Within 5 days, consume it at 0.5 grams. The powder is also suitable for the effective elimination of toxins in case of poisoning and dangerous tick bites. It should be taken twice a day in an amount equal to 0.2 grams.

Types of gusset

Consider some of the most common types of gusset. As a rule, the dovetail is often found in nature. The grass is found on the territory of Russia, in its European part, with the exception of the northern edges. Distributed in mixed forests and deciduous. Feels comfortable among other shrubs, grows well along the banks of rivers and lakes. Rhizomes and roots attached to them have healing properties.

The unpleasant gusset is very similar to the swallow gusset. They differ only in height, because this plant does not grow more than 60 cm. Suitable conditions for the development of this type of grass are mountainous and stony slopes, broad-leaved or oak forests.

Also known are Mongolian gusset, black gusset, Russian gusset, sharp gusset, croissant and Siberian gusset.

The gullet is sharp. The plant grows in meadows, fields, feels comfortable in a dry, well-lit area. Stony or brackish soils are not an obstacle to fruitful growth. Gusset blooms acute in July-August. It reproduces both vegetatively and by seeds. Gingerbread is considered a weed. It drains the soil and depletes it, and drowns out the crops. The plant is not eaten by livestock due to the presence of milky sap.

Siberian gusset. This plant also differs little from those listed above. True, it reaches a height of only 20-30 cm. The glycosides found in the seeds and roots of the plant are useful components of the plant. The products obtained from the stems, leaves and flowers of the plant are effective against the polio virus. The plant is also used in folk medicine in the form of a tincture, as an emetic and laxative.

For quick healing, you can use the leaves and roots of the gusset, applying them to the wound. Homeopathy uses the essence of fresh leaves. In Tibetan medicine, medicines containing the seeds of this plant are used as heart and stomach remedies. They are also used in traditional medicine in China.

Leaves need to be harvested in June or July, seeds - a little later, in August - September, and the roots are harvested very last - in the period September - October.

Kurassavsky lastoven. A perennial evergreen plant reaches a meter in height. It has a strong erect stem. The leaves are dark green above, and at the base they acquire a grayish tint. The flowers of this plant species are bright, orange-red. They bloom at the top of the stems, starting in spring, and fade in autumn. A poisonous milky juice is hidden inside the plant.

Gusset grows on various types of soils, because undemanding to conditions. An open, sunny space with abundant watering is ideal for the plant. It tolerates sunlight easily if the humidity level remains acceptable. If the soil dries up, the gusset can shed most of the buds. The useful components contained in the plant are used in the treatment of uterine diseases. They also stimulate the work of internal organs.

Contraindications gusset

Despite all the advantages that this plant has, it is extremely dangerous. You should consult with a specialist before using it or refuse to use it altogether. It is necessary to apply the gusset very carefully, without violating the indicated dosages. Any, even the smallest, overdose leads to dangerous poisoning. First, there is profuse salivation, then nausea and violent vomiting.

Quite often it can go to the point that limb cramps appear. At the first symptoms of emerging poisoning, you should do a quick gastric lavage and immediately consult a doctor.

The author of the article: Sokolova Nina Vladimirovna | Phytotherapist

Education: Diploma in "General Medicine" and "Therapy" received at the Pirogov University (2005 and 2006). Advanced training at the Department of Phytotherapy at the Peoples' Friendship University of Moscow (2008).