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Zhiryanka – This is a rare plant from the bladderwort family (Lentibulariaceae). It belongs to the predatory representatives of the flora, as it feeds on insects. Zhiryanka got its name from the fact that it has juicy, thick leaves that glisten in the sun. The plant attracts midges, flies, mosquitoes and ants, after which it eats them.
It is found in Eurasia, Japan, the Andes, Mexico, North and South America. Scientists have discovered more than 70 varieties of butterflies, the most famous of which is common butterflies (Pinguicula vulgaris). In Russia, 6-7 species of butterwort grow, and in Europe – 12 species. This plant is protected by law, as it belongs to endangered species.
Description of the plant
Zhiryanka is a perennial plant that feeds on insects. Annual varieties of butternut squash are rare. It grows in conditions of high humidity. The plant is found in peat bogs, near streams and rivers, in moss thickets, near lakes.
The leaves of the oilseed have an oval shape, their color is pale green. They are juicy and meaty. The leaves of the plant are covered with oily sticky mucus, which is designed to attract insects. By winter, the plant develops a second rosette. Her leaves are small, in fact, they are buds.
The flowers of the plant are small, do not exceed 3 cm. They are located on long white, purple, blue or pink peduncles. Zhiryanka flowers have some similarities with violets.
Insect catching mechanism
The leaves are covered with glands on top. Some of them produce a sticky mucus that attracts insects and acts as a trap. Other glands produce digestive enzymes.
Zhiryanka for catching insects twists the sheet smoothly, and sometimes does not fold it at all. The plant can begin to digest the caught prey immediately after sticking. This happens if the insect is small. When a fly, a bee or a spider sticks to a leaf, the leaf curls up. This is necessary in order to keep the insect, which begins to actively move in order to free itself. From the caught prey, the plant receives all the nutrients it needs. It exists because of them.
The fat woman absorbs the elements she needs through thin pores, of which she has many. The leaves do not stay in a folded state for a long time. After a maximum of 2 days, they unfold.
Useful properties of fatty
The healing properties of butternut squash have not been scientifically proven. However, traditional medicine uses the plant’s herb for medicinal purposes. Since the plant is rare, it is forbidden to carry out its mass collection and harvesting.
It is believed that zhiryanka contains minerals useful for humans, essential oils and organic acids. They have an antispasmodic effect, helping to break down proteins into enzymes and labenzyme.
The use of zhiryanka
In the pharmacological industry, fatty oil is not used, but the plant is found in Asian medicine recipes. A decoction is prepared from the herb, which is used as a lotion. They are applied to wounds, skin rashes, abscesses and burns. The decoction has healing properties.
In Asian medicine, fatty juice is taken orally. It helps to get rid of constipation, liver diseases. It is used to treat dysentery and diseases of the respiratory system.
In some countries of Western Europe, the plant is used as an expectorant and antitussive.
Traditional medicine appreciates the extract of fatwort, as it helps to cope with whooping cough.
Fat Recipes:
From severe cough. A teaspoon of herbs is poured into 200 ml of boiling water and infused for 20 minutes. Then honey is added to the drink. Drink this tea 2 times a day.
From the milkmaid. To prepare the tincture, 100 g of herbs are poured with vodka and kept in a dark place for 7 days. Take the medicine 5 times a day, 10 drops.
From whooping cough. One part of dry grass is poured with 10 parts of vodka and insisted for 2 weeks. After this time, the drink is filtered and taken 15 drops 3 times a day.
From dysentery, liver diseases, constipation. Grass juice is taken in its pure form in a tablespoon 3 times a day. It has tonic and analgesic properties.
The Scandinavians eat the plant, and flower growers appreciate the sourberry for its beauty and use it as an ornamental plant.
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Contraindications to the use of fat-based products:
Tuberculosis.
Epilepsy.
Individual intolerance.
If a person develops nausea or vomiting after taking any remedy based on fatty oil, an urgent need to consult a doctor.