The medicinal properties of the loosestrife: who will help the plakun-grass
The medicinal properties of the merlin are associated with the rich composition of its aboveground part. Its other name, especially popular among the people, is plakun-grass. It is associated with the peculiarity of the plant, after rain or fog, to collect water on the leaves, from which drops roll down like tears.
Plakun grass description
Loose grass grows up to 0.6 m in height. The stem is erect with a panicle of bright purple flowers. Flowering begins in early summer, the fruits ripen before the onset of autumn.
The beneficial properties of the plant are not limited only to medicinal. The rhizomes of the plakuna are used for processing fishing tackle and leather dressing.
Healing properties of loosestrife
The aerial part and the root of the loosestrife have medicinal properties, and are actively used in folk medicine.
The chemical composition of the plant is the basis for its medicinal use:
- essential oils;
- tannins;
- flavonoids;
- polyphenols;
- glucose;
- pectin.
Acting in combination with other plants, loosestrife gives a healing effect.
The healing properties of loosestrife are used not only in recipes for traditional medicine, this plant is included in the official register of medicinal herbs.
Among the useful properties:
- astringent;
- tonic;
- diuretic;
- diaphoretic;
- anti-inflammatory;
- wound healing;
- hemostatic;
- antibacterial.
The loosestrife helps with migraines, colds, diarrhea, exhaustion of the body, nervous disorders. Plakun-grass is used internally and externally. A fresh leaf applied to the wound can stop bleeding.
How to preserve medicinal properties: rules for collection and storage
Placun grass is widespread in the wild, preferring sunny places with well-moisturized soil. Correct collection of raw materials and compliance with storage rules allow you to save all valuable substances.
Collection rules
The right time for harvesting the aboveground part of medicinal raw materials is June and July - the time when the leaves have already blossomed, and flowering has not yet begun. They start harvesting the roots in the fall. To do this, they are dug up and dried well.
This can be done in two ways:
- Laying out in the shade on paper.
- By hanging bundles tied together in several roots.
For medicinal purposes, not only dried, but also fresh herb can be used immediately after collection.
Storage features
It is best to store the herb in an area with good ventilation, dry air, and out of direct sunlight. Cloth bags are suitable for storage.
The healing properties of the harvested loosestrife are preserved for no more than two years, subject to all the rules for collection, harvesting and storage.
Folk recipes
The preparation of medicinal herbal infusions and decoctions is not difficult. Popular recipes have been tested in practice for more than one generation.
Recipe number 1. Infusion
For cooking, you need the following ingredients:
- dried herb - 1 tbsp. l;
- boiling water - 1 glass.
Pour boiling water over the dry component and cover the container with a lid. From above, the vessel must be insulated with a blanket or towels. After the infusion has stood for 5 hours, it is filtered.
For treatment, 1/3 cup is taken 3 times a day. The duration of the therapeutic course is 5 days.
Recipe number 2. Broth for treating wounds
A decoction is prepared from a tablespoon of roots and a glass of boiling water. The mixed components are brought to a boil and cook for another 10 minutes over low heat. After insisting for 60 minutes, the liquid is filtered through cheesecloth.
Apply the broth externally, after it has cooled down. Wounds are washed with them several times a day.
Recipe number 3. Migraine infusion
An alcoholic tincture is prepared from a dried stem. The separated volume is poured with alcohol, which should be 10 times more. The infusion should be kept in the dark for 1.5 months.
The jar needs to be shaken up periodically.
After that, it is filtered and used 30 minutes before meals, 30 ml diluted in water. Water for breeding is taken ½ glass.
Recipe number 4. For intestinal upset
For diarrhea, take 3 tbsp. l. loosestrife and pour the grass with 1 glass of boiling water. The therapeutic mixture is kept in a water bath for 20-30 minutes. After that, the container with the broth is wrapped in a blanket and kept for another couple of hours.
Filter the broth before use. Drink 1/3 cup 3 times a day.
Contraindications to use
Derbennik, despite all its medicinal properties, has contraindications.
It cannot be used in any form under the following conditions:
- allergy to the plant itself;
- pregnancy;
- children's age (up to 12 years old);
- inflammatory processes in the intestines;
- frequent constipation;
- deviations in blood pressure from the norm;
- breast-feeding;
- platelets in a blood test are above normal.
If adverse reactions occur during herbal treatment, its use should be discontinued and a doctor should be consulted.
Used according to recipes, plakun herb can help treat many diseases. In this case, it is important to adhere to dosages and rules of use, as well as familiarize yourself with the list of contraindications.