Spring primrose
Botanical characteristics of the spring primrose
Primrose is a beautiful perennial plant in the popular primrose family. The plant has a short oblique rhizome. The leaves of this herb are represented by wrinkled oblong plates 15 cm long with a crenate edge. Flowering stems vary from 10 to 25 cm, at the ends of which are umbellate inflorescences. The calyx of the spring primrose consists of 5 green sepals, which have grown together.
Pollination of this plant is carried out by insects using a cross method. The fruit in the form of an egg-shaped capsule pleases with a large number of small seeds. The presented grass blooms in May. The fruits ripen in June, after which seeding occurs. Spring primrose is widespread mainly in Europe and in the western regions of Russia. It is found on forest edges and clearings, in clearings and clearings, among various bushes and in numerous light forests, as well as in steppes and large forest ravines. In some places, this plant is capable of forming fairly dense clusters.
Useful properties of primrose
Such a medicinal plant is also decorative and edible. The leaves and young flowering arrows contain substantial reserves of ascorbic acid, up to 5.9%. - that is, only 1.5 grams of a leaf of this plant will satisfy the daily requirement for vitamin C [1].
Leaves are used in the form of tea for vitamin deficiency, and leaf powder is also added to the first courses. The rhizome with roots contains up to 10% triterpene saponins. Used as a decoction as an expectorant. Flowers are used in the form of decoctions and infusions for migraines, neuralgia, colds, gout and rheumatism, insomnia, and cough.
Alcoholic tincture of flowers is used as a sedative for insomnia and overexcitation. The infusion of leaves is used for gout, kidney and bladder diseases. A decoction and tincture of the root are prescribed as an emollient and expectorant for coughing, as a diuretic. Outwardly, the broth is used for gargling with sore throat, larynx and bronchitis.
Primrose application
Unique infusions from such a herb are recommended to be taken orally to enhance the secretion of the bronchial glands, since the primrose is rich in vitamin A. To prepare an excellent decoction, you need to grind the leaves in an amount of 1 teaspoon and pour them with a glass of boiling water. After half an hour of infusion, you can take half a glass of the product in the morning and evening.
To get rid of bronchitis or bronchial asthma, you should prepare the following infusion: 10 grams of primrose leaves are poured with 200 ml of hot water. Then the mixture must be heated in a water bath for 15 minutes and left for forty minutes to cool, after which it is recommended to strain the composition well and take 1 tablespoon 4 times a day. In addition, the rhizomes of this plant are often used as a diuretic and expectorant.
Primrose syrup
Spring primrose syrup has a brownish tint and a specific smell. It is used in combination therapy as an excellent expectorant for inflammatory diseases such as tracheitis and bronchitis. It is also indispensable for acute respiratory infections with dry unpleasant cough.
Primrose oil
The incredibly healthy primrose oil is made so by gamma-linoleic acid. It is known to be rich in special fats that contribute to excellent well-being and good health. Primrose oil has a great effect on the cardiovascular system of the human body, normalizes the optimal level of hormones, strengthens the immune system, and also improves the condition of the joints. It is recommended to take this wonderful oil 2 times a day - before breakfast and preferably before lunch. The standard dose is 2 grams per day.
Primrose syrup "Herbion"
The popular primrose syrup "Gerbion" is a unique herbal preparation. It is a powerful expectorant and anti-inflammatory agent, as well as antimicrobial and reduces the viscosity of phlegm. As a rule, "Herbion" is indicated as an additional agent in complex therapy in the treatment of tracheitis and bronchitis. Side effects from taking in rare cases are allergic reactions, sometimes nausea and vomiting, and diarrhea is almost never observed.
Scarlet primrose
Scarlet primrose is a special species from the primrose family. This plant blooms unusually beautifully with scarlet small inflorescences. Such an annual herb has wavy leaves with hairs, which are presented in the form of a basal rosette. The scarlet primrose blooms in early spring.
Large-cup primrose
The large-cup primrose is an annual plant with short pubescent leaves and fragrant pale yellow flowers. This herb blooms at the end of May. This species grows in forest meadows and between shrubs, choosing mixed forests. Large-cup primrose contains essential oil, saponins, glycosides, flavonoids, primaverine, primserin, manganese, which is indispensable for the human body, as well as a unique element carotene and important ascorbic acid.
In folk medicine, this herb is in great demand because it has an expectorant effect. Moreover, it will help to quickly cope with chronic constipation and overwork.
Primrose leaves
The infusion of the leaves of this wonderful plant is not in vain associated with an effective tonic and restorative agent. It is useful for spring vitamin deficiency, while eliminating overwork. At home, you can easily prepare such a decoction. Take 15 grams of crushed primrose leaves and combine them with a glass of fairly warm water. After 2 hours, it is recommended to take this delicious infusion 4 times a day, 1 tablespoon. In addition, such a decoction is effective for sore throats, flu and other colds.
Bulbous primroses
Bulbous primroses are early spring plants with blue flowers and pale green pointed leaves. Such grass appears immediately after the snow melts. This graceful, unpretentious plant can reach a height of 30 cm. The racemose inflorescences of flowers boast a special blue stripe in the middle of the perianth lobe. This small-bulbous plant propagates by vegetative-daughter bulbs. This grass prefers semi-shady places with good loose soil.
Primrose honey
The nectary of the primrose is located at the very base of the column. Such a wonderful plant blooms for about three weeks - in early spring, and sometimes in early summer. The pollen has a pleasant yellow tint. Bees love to visit primrose to collect nectar and pollen.
Primrose during pregnancy
Expectant mothers are not advised to take primrose, as it can cause uterine contractions.
Contraindications to the use of primrose
If the dosage is strictly observed, then side effects can be avoided. But it is worth noting that it is not recommended to use such a plant for allergy sufferers. In addition, there is no need to use the primrose in case of individual intolerance, as well as in case of peptic ulcer diseases.
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).
