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Plants from the buckwheat family are widely used in folk medicine. Sparrow sorrel is a perennial that helps in the fight against various diseases. However, in order to achieve a positive effect from the use of medicinal herbs, it is important to familiarize yourself with the indications and recommendations for use. Perennial leaves are not recommended for every patient, they have enough contraindications, ignoring which can be harmful to health.
Description of sparrow sorrel
Sparrow sorrel is a perennial that grows from 15 to 45 cm in height. The root of the grass is quite branched, has several stems. The leaves are spear-shaped, small in size. Inflorescences are collected in neat panicles, flowers are same-sex. The flowering period falls on the beginning of May – the end of July. The plant reproduces vegetatively.
The benefits and harms of the plant
Perennial leaves are rich in tartaric and oxalic acids. They contain carotene, glycoside and oxalates. In addition, useful grass contains:
- salts;
- iron;
- flavonoids;
- anthraquinone;
- tannins;
- proteins;
- resins;
- lipids;
- vitamins A, C, K.
The leaves and root of the herb have a wide spectrum of action. On their basis, decoctions, teas and infusions are taken. Due to the beneficial properties of such drinks will help:
- strengthen blood vessels;
- have a laxative effect;
- boost immunity and compensate for the lack of vitamins;
- remove allergens from the body;
- purify the blood;
- help in the treatment of oncological diseases at an early stage;
- disinfect the affected areas of the skin.
In addition to this list, sparrow sorrel is able to have a choleretic effect.
However, decoctions from the leaves and roots of perennials will not be useful to everyone. People suffering from diseases of the urinary tract, stomach ulcers, gastritis of high acidity, decoctions based on herbs are not recommended. The composition contains acid and salts, which can cause serious harm to the body.
Where grows
The plant takes root well and grows under almost any conditions. Sorrel loves fertile and slightly acidic soils. It grows in forests, glades and meadows. Particular preference is given to places that are located near water bodies.
Passerine sorrel is not afraid of changes in the landscape, painlessly endures frequent mowing. After a couple of weeks, it is again overgrown with green mass.
The use of sparrow sorrel
Sparrow sorrel is widely used not only in folk, but also in official medicine. The plant is taken both internally and externally. For external use, sorrel is used as a gargle, treatment of wounds, skin rashes.
Sparrow sorrel is regularly used to improve the functioning of the whole organism. Perennial herb is useful for:
- proper functioning of the gastrointestinal tract. Leaf infusions improve appetite, normalize intestinal processes, and have a choleretic effect. Such decoctions improve the functioning of the liver and gallbladder. They have a laxative effect, help with bleeding hemorrhoids. Often, sorrel infusions are used for dysentery;
- normalization of blood sugar. Sparrow sorrel is useful for diabetes. Herbal decoction accelerates metabolic processes in the body, helps to reduce weight and maintain normal sugar levels;
- cleansing the body. Herbal teas can cleanse the blood, liver and intestines. It is especially useful to use sorrel for poisoning;
- allergy treatment. Sparrow sorrel helps to remove toxins and allergens from the body;
- of cardio-vascular system. A perennial plant normalizes blood pressure, improves heart function, cleanses blood vessels.
In addition, the herbaceous plant is widely used in cooking. Vitamin salads are prepared from the leaves, added to soups, borscht, frozen or canned.
In the autumn-winter period, regular intake of perennial can be an excellent prevention of beriberi. An infusion of leaves raises immunity, compensates for the lack of ascorbic acid and other vitamins in the body.
A remedy that increases the body’s defenses is prepared from 1 tbsp. l. herbs and 1 tbsp. hot water. The composition is insisted for about 2-3 hours and taken orally. To improve the general condition, it is enough to drink 3 tbsp. in a day. After a week, you can see a positive result from the application.
With viral infections, colds or flu, perennial leaf tea will also be useful. This drink has an anti-inflammatory, antipyretic effect, can help with coughs and sore throats.
Infusions are often used to treat affected areas of the skin. The composition is made more concentrated. For cooking, use 200 ml of hot water and 2 tbsp. l. fresh grass.
Measures to combat the passerine sorrel
When planting in summer cottages, passerine sorrel can bring a lot of trouble. The plant belongs to weeds, prevents the proper growth and development of vegetable crops. Small sorrel absorbs the nutrients that are in the soil.
Chemical and agrotechnical methods are used to control weeds. Chemical treatment should include the treatment of the site with special preparations. Agrotechnical means:
- observance of crop rotation;
- processing of seed from pests;
- proper planting and care of vegetable crops.
Conclusion
Sparrow sorrel is a broad-spectrum herb. The plant has a powerful anti-inflammatory effect, has a beneficial effect on the entire body. By properly preparing the decoction, and regularly taking it inside, you can make up for the lack of vitamins and vital trace elements in the body. However, it is worth remembering that for the treatment of serious diseases, perennial is taken in combination with other drugs, but not as the main remedy.