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Oleander
Useful properties and uses of oleander, its flowers
Botanical characteristics of common oleander
Oleander is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 4 m in height. Rod-shaped stems are covered with light gray smooth bark. The opposite leaves have an elongated lanceolate shape. Wheel-shaped flowers are white or pink, they are no more than 5 cm in diameter. The oleander fruit is presented in the form of a double leaf. This plant blooms all summer months and until October. Fruit ripening occurs in early November.
Useful properties of oleander
Oleander flowers and leaves contain oleandrin, digitalin, flavonoids, ursolic acid and saponin carobin. Medicines based on this unusual plant have a beneficial effect on the liver, increase human immunity, and also normalize the heart rate and are able to lower blood pressure. In addition, they promote vasodilation and improve the functioning of the heart muscle.
Application of oleander
Oleander leaves are used for medicinal purposes, and dried flowers are used for topical treatment. The extracts of this unique plant significantly increase the antiviral activity of human immune cells. Such an effective cardiotonic agent is mild and effective for tachyarrhythmias, angina pectoris and thyrotoxicosis. It is prescribed for nervous exhaustion and severe headaches, for insomnia and epilepsy. An infusion of oleander leaves is indispensable for weeping eczema and skin cancer. In addition, it is able to quickly neutralize toothache.
Oleander flowers
Oleander flowers exude a surprisingly pleasant and strong enough aroma. In some people, during the violent flowering period, it causes dizziness. This plant blooms only in sunny places, directly under direct rays. A special ointment made from oleander leaves and flowers is used for dermatitis and scabies.
Oleander seeds
After flowering, the oleander ripens the fruit in the form of a box with seeds. When propagating, parachute seeds quickly lose their germination. Because of this, it is recommended to plant them immediately after ripening. Fancy oleander seeds often sprout unevenly.
Oleander care
Oleander prefers fertile soils, but can also grow in regular garden turf. The ground should be slightly acidic or neutral. Oleander requires bright, sunny places. Without good lighting, the shoots of this plant will be elongated, the buds will not open, and the leaves will remain faded. The optimum temperature for growing oleander is 20-25 ° C.
Reproduction of oleander
Oleander propagates by both seeds and cuttings. If you cut a non-lignified stalk in the summer, then it can be placed in water or immediately planted in the soil. You can also sow seeds in the sand. In good conditions, this plant will bloom no earlier than one year later.
Oleander ordinary
Common oleander is a small shrub with evergreen leaves and flowers in the form of apical umbrellas. This ornamental variety comes from the Mediterranean, but is often found in the Crimea. For the treatment of various diseases, flowers and leaves can be used, which restore the body's strength.
Oleander white
White oleander is known as an interesting ornamental plant that grows to a height of 5 m. This adorable shrub with leathery leaves has attractive flowers with a wonderful aroma. Despite its toxicity, oleander is used in the pharmacological field: a liquid extract, tincture and other preparations are made from the leaves, which are excellent cardiac remedies.
Oleander indoor
Indoor oleander is in dire need of bright enough lighting. Without this condition, it will not bloom and develop. During the growing period, the temperature is comfortable for the plant around 20 ° C. In the summer, it is advisable to take the indoor oleander out into the fresh air, in extreme cases it is necessary to constantly ventilate the room. During winter this plant can be removed to a shaded area where it will shed its leaves.
Oleander pink
Oleander pink delights with the beauty of its flowers and a fabulous scent. This evergreen heat-loving shrub forms a solid, spreading crown. The ripe fruit is a multi-seeded leaflet. The bright pink flowers have five petals. Oleander pink does not tolerate drafts and lack of sunlight. This variety is propagated by layering, cuttings and seeds.
Oleander yellow
Oleander yellow has graceful bright flowers that resemble delicate bells in shape. The seed is the size of a chestnut. This attractive bush with racemose inflorescences pleases with yellow flowers from spring to late autumn. One oleander seed can sprout two plants.
Oleander red
In nature, an unusual red oleander grows, which is distinguished by amazing bright flowers. The stem of this plant does not exceed 2 m in height. Brush-shaped inflorescences are located at the ends of annual shoots. It should be noted that the flowers and leaves of this evergreen shrub are poisonous. The capricious red oleander, which blooms for three summer months, requires bright lighting, warmth and a cool winter.
Terry oleander
Terry oleander has a very compact bush and amazes with its magnificent flowers. The color range of the petals varies from snow-white to yellowish. Large inflorescences crown the ends of the branches. The beauty and grace of terry oleander enchants with its luxury and incomparable aroma.
Contraindications to the use of oleander
Such a poisonous plant as oleander should be used with great care, not exceeding the dosage prescribed by a specialist.
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).
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