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Myrtle: medicinal properties: Video
Myrtle is an evergreen plant with oblong dark green leaves, white or white-pink flowers, and gray edible fruits. It is not only decorative, but also has healing properties against many diseases.
The beneficial substances contained in myrtle:
– myrtenol; – eucaptol; – saponins; – flavonoids; – polyphenols; – myrtelin; – essential oils; – B-pinene; – limonene; – cineole; – linalol; – terpineol;
Myrtle in nature and indoors
Common myrtle is a plant, leaves, flowers and fruits of which are not only beautiful, but also smell good. In the wild, there are 70 species of myrtle tree, its homeland is the subtropics, the humid and warm climate of the Mediterranean. In the middle lane, myrtle is grown in winter gardens, greenhouses and as a houseplant. On the soil, it propagates both by seeds and cuttings.
The myrtle tree forms a good crown if it is regularly pruned a little at a time. In the wild, myrtle can grow up to 4 m, as a house plant, it reaches 60 cm.
Myrtle is a light-loving plant, but does not like direct sunlight. The soil in the pot should always be moist, but it is better not to overdo it with watering.
In winter, keep the plant pot away from the heat source.
The healing properties of myrtle and their application
The medicinal properties of this plant have been known since the days of Ancient Greece. Even then, this plant began to be used to treat many diseases, it was considered a tree of happiness, a symbol of health, youth and beauty. The women of Greece washed their face with water infused with myrtle flowers to make the skin smooth and fresh. During the competition, the heads of the winners were decorated with myrtle wreaths, and wedding and festive celebrations were decorated with branches.
Essential oils are found in large quantities in the leaves and flowers of myrtle, they are successfully used in perfumery and cosmetics, the fruits of the plant are used in cooking as a seasoning. Due to the content of efgenol essential oil in myrtle, which has bactericidal properties, it can be used for inhalation for colds and infectious diseases.
Myrtle oil is suitable for all skin types, heals acne well, is especially useful for oily skin, it strengthens the epidermis. If you add a few drops of myrtle oil to a shampoo bottle, you can get rid of dandruff from your hair. In addition, myrtle strengthens hair and prevents hair loss.
By its action, myrtle can replace an antibiotic, but, unlike it, does not cause dysbiosis. The plant has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral effects.
Myrtle preparations are used to treat sinusitis, diseases of the lungs and bronchi, gastrointestinal tract, bladder, liver and kidneys. This plant eliminates interruptions in the heart, helps with cancer and blood diseases.
The myrtle tincture is prepared as follows: 100 g of crushed leaves are placed in a liter jar and the jar is completely filled with vodka. Then the jar is put in a dark place and insisted for 9 days, shaking from time to time. Filter the finished tincture and drink 20-30 drops 20 minutes before meals 3 times a day for bronchitis, pneumonia, gastritis, colitis, allergies, and so on.
In case of diseases of the throat and bronchi, unabi fruits should be added to the infusion
Myrtle helps in the treatment of purulent wounds, is effective in all types of allergies. It is an excellent remedy for eye diseases. It is recommended to make the infusion as follows: crush 5 leaves in a mortar, add 1 tablespoon of boiling water, cool and bury 2 drops 3 times a day.
The myrtle tree is a home storehouse of medicines, it loves bright and ventilated rooms.
Avoid keeping a pot of myrtle in the bedroom as it can cause headaches and insomnia.
Myrtle has no special contraindications, but it is recommended to use it with caution for pregnant and lactating women, the elderly and those who suffer from chronic diseases.
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