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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 quite a few contraindications, which, if ignored, can harm your health.
Description of passerine sorrel
Passerine sorrel is a perennial that grows from 15 to 45 cm in height. The root of the grass is quite branched and has several stems. The leaves are spear-shaped and small in size. The inflorescences are collected in neat panicles, the flowers are unisexual. The flowering period occurs from the beginning of May to the end of July. The plant propagates vegetatively.
The benefits and harms of the plant
The leaves of the perennial are rich in tartaric and oxalic acids. Contains carotene, glycoside and oxalates. In addition, the beneficial herb contains:
- salt;
- iron;
- flavonoids;
- anthraquinone;
- tannins;
- proteins;
- resins;
- lipids;
- vitamins A, C, K.
The leaves and roots of the herb have a wide spectrum of action. Based on them, decoctions, teas and infusions are taken. Thanks to their beneficial properties, such drinks will help:
- strengthen blood vessels;
- have a laxative effect;
- boost immunity and replenish vitamin deficiencies;
- remove allergens from the body;
- purify the blood;
- help in the treatment of cancer at an early stage;
- disinfect affected areas of the skin.
In addition to this list, passerine sorrel can have a choleretic effect.
However, decoctions from the leaves and roots of the perennial will not be useful to everyone. People suffering from urinary tract diseases, stomach ulcers, and hyperacidity gastritis are not recommended to use herbal decoctions. The composition contains acid and salts that can cause serious harm to the body.
Where does it grow
The plant takes root well and grows in almost any conditions. Sorrel loves fertile and slightly acidic soils. Grows in forests, clearings and meadows. Particular preference is given to places that are located near bodies of water.
Sparrow sorrel is not afraid of changes in the landscape and tolerates frequent mowing without pain. After a couple of weeks, it grows again with green mass.
Application of passerine 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 means for gargling, treating wounds, and skin rashes.
Sparrow sorrel is regularly used to improve the functioning of the entire body. Perennial grass is useful for:
- proper functioning of the gastrointestinal tract. Infusions from the leaves improve appetite, normalize processes in the intestines, and have a choleretic effect. Such decoctions improve the functioning of the liver and gall bladder. They have a laxative effect and help with bleeding hemorrhoids. Often, sorrel infusions are used for dysentery;
- normalization of blood sugar. Sparrow sorrel is useful for diabetes. A herbal decoction accelerates metabolic processes in the body, helps 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 remove toxins and allergens from the body;
- of cardio-vascular system. The perennial plant normalizes blood pressure, improves heart function, and 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 consumption of perennials can be an excellent prevention of vitamin deficiency. An infusion of leaves improves immunity, replenishes 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 infused for about 2-3 hours and taken orally. To improve your general condition, it is enough to drink 3 tbsp. in a day.After a week, you can see a positive result from use.
For viral infections, colds or flu, tea made from perennial leaves will also be useful. This drink has an anti-inflammatory, antipyretic effect, and 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 preparation use 200 ml of hot water and 2 tbsp. l. fresh grass.
Measures to combat passerine sorrel
When planted in summer cottages, passerine sorrel can cause a lot of trouble. The plant belongs to weeds, interferes with the proper growth and development of vegetable crops. Small sorrel absorbs nutrients that are in the soil.
Chemical and agrotechnical methods are used to control weeds. Chemical treatments include treating the area with special preparations. Agrotechnical means:
- compliance with crop rotation;
- treatment of seed against pests;
- proper planting and care of vegetable crops.
Conclusion
Sparrow sorrel is a broad-spectrum herb. The plant has a powerful anti-inflammatory effect and has a beneficial effect on the entire body. By properly preparing the decoction and regularly taking it orally, you can compensate for the lack of vitamins and vital microelements in the body.However, it is worth remembering that for the treatment of serious diseases, perennials are taken in combination with other drugs, but not as the main remedy.
