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Kaluzhnitsa
Useful properties and use of marsh marigold
Useful properties of marigold
The marigold is a perennial herb that belongs to the popular buttercup family. It has filamentous bundle-shaped roots and an erect, ascending stem, which can reach a height of 40 cm. The Kaluzhnitsa can be found everywhere in Russia. In addition, it grows in the moderately cold areas of Iceland and Scandinavia.
This poisonous plant has anti-inflammatory, analgesic, anticonvulsant and diuretic properties. Due to this, the presented herb is used to treat diseases such as bronchitis, cough, asthma, fever, whooping cough, dropsy, various ailments of the urinary tract, scrofula and rheumatism, as well as painful menstruation. It is often indicated for the treatment of inflammation, burned areas and wounds.
Since marigold is a poisonous plant, it is included in various collections in small quantities. As a rule, it is often used as an excellent external remedy. For medicinal purposes, stems, leaves and unblown flower buds are used. Marigold juice can be used as a laxative and emetic. In addition, such a wonderful plant has powerful antibacterial properties. It contains alkaloids, flavonoids, vitamin C, carotene, linoleic acid and fatty oils. Saponin was found in the roots, thanks to which the marigold produces a large amount of foam.
The use of marigold
The dangerous plant presented throughout folk medicine is not very popular. But it is known that the herb tincture is effective in serious diseases of the liver, gallbladder, scurvy and warts, as well as neuroses. Much more often, effective cough infusions are prepared from marigold, plantain and coltsfoot.
Juice from fresh young leaves is used to heal deep wounds. It has been proven that the water extract of the plant has a weak antitumor effect on the human body. Also, marigold is indicated for herpes and ascites. Since this plant is excellent for stimulating the appetite, the flowers are used as spices. It should be noted that in ancient times it was this plant that was used to treat eczema, ulcers and burns, as well as various allergic reactions. To do this, the leaves were doused with boiling water and wrapped in gauze, treating the affected areas with such a swab.
In small doses, all kinds of decoctions and infusions of marigold are shown at high temperatures and colds. For the treatment of cancer, a special decoction can be prepared. To do this, take 1 teaspoon of marigold buds, grind them and fill them with one glass of water. We soak the mixture in a water bath for about half an hour. After cooling, the broth can be filtered and brought to the initial volume. The medicine should be consumed 1 tablespoon after each meal.
Marigold flowers
The bright yellow flowers of such a perennial plant cannot be overlooked. Glossy flowers are located at the ends of the branches of the creeping stems of the plant. As a rule, such a wonderful grass blooms in April. Marigold flowers should be harvested in early May. After collecting them, dry them well in the open air.
Marsh marigold
Marsh marigold is rightfully considered one of the most elegant primroses. Its emerald leaves are perfectly combined with graceful yellow flowers. Often, such a perennial plant forms interesting bushes about 35 cm tall. It has leathery, dense leaves with rounded edges. The diameter of golden inflorescences can reach 4.5 cm.
It should be noted that all parts of the marigold are poisonous. After flowering, the leaves darken strongly and grow. This unusual poisonous plant settles along the banks of water bodies, in swampy forests, in wet lowlands and in meadows. Kaluzhnitsa chooses the European part of Russia, Siberia, the Far East for growth, and it can also be found in some regions of Central Asia.
Contraindications to the use of marigold
Since the plant is poisonous, it is necessary to strictly follow the recommendations for the preparation of medicinal products and the dosages of their use. Individual intolerance often occurs. Increased doses can lead to serious poisoning of the human body. In addition, such a plant is strictly prohibited for internal use by pregnant women.
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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