Phrygian Cornflower: Medicinal Properties

On the meadows there is a huge variety of wild flowers, which are not only pleasing with a beautiful view, but also can be used as medicines. These plants include the Phrygian cornflower, which we will discuss in our article.

Description and photo

Phrygian Cornflower very similar to its "meadow" relative. It has a branched stem, whose height is 1 meter, sometimes a little more. Characterized by large baskets, which are purple-pink flowers. They are represented by two types: funnel-shaped along the edge and tubular in the center.

The plant has a ribbed stem, which often has not a green color, but a dark purple. The upper part of the stems and side shoots are decorated with flower baskets in the form of balls, wrapped in tight-fitting flowers, painted in brown. Baskets come together and form a corymbose inflorescence. The flower has dissected lower leaves of petioles. Stem leaves sessile, wide and large, their length is 10-15 cm, and width - 3-4 cm. Characterized by mesh venation. There is slight pubescence on the foliage and stem.

Where grows

The habitat habitat is the river armholes, thickets of shrubs. Often, cornflowers can be found near trekhtychinkovyh willows, on water meadows. Also, glades and sparse forests are home to the flower.

Chemical composition

Today, the chemical composition of the cornflower is not fully understood, but This plant is a treasure trove:

• pigment and cyanogenic glycosides;
• anthocyanins;
• saponins;
• tannins;
• essential oil;
• vitamins (ritin, ascorbic acid, etc.);
• trace elements (selenium, manganese, iron, zinc).

Such a rich composition allows the plant to have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, diuretic and diuretic effects.

Healing properties of cornflower

The plant has been used for medicinal purposes since ancient times. He acted as a diuretic, coped well with colds, fevers, and liver diseases. It is advisable to use flowers as an adjuvant therapy if you have the following diseases:

• swelling of different origins;
• biliary dyskinesia;
• cholecystitis and other liver diseases.

The plant can be used as an independent tool, or in combination with other medical fees. Lotions of cornflower flowers can alleviate the symptoms of such diseases:

• conjunctivitis;
• blepharitis;
• hemeralopia;
• eye fatigue syndrome;
• reduced visual acuity.

Components that make up the plant:

• promote the treatment of gastrointestinal diseases;
• normalize blood sugar levels;
• improve heart function;
• eliminate neuropsychological disorders.

Fresh cornflowers can be applied to a wound or bruise, and crushed seeds can help remove wart.To do this, attach them to the wart, fix the bandage and change every day for 2-3 weeks.

Contraindications

Improper use of the plant can cause harm to a person, so you should definitely consult with your doctor before use.

It is also not recommended to take cornflower during pregnancy, for uterine bleeding, for children under 12 years old. Prolonged use leads to the accumulation of cyanides in the body, which can adversely affect the well-being. Therefore, the maximum period for taking plant-based drugs is 1 week.

Collection and drying of raw materials

In order to use cornflowers for medicinal purposes, the collection should be carried out during the flowering period: June - September. Usually medicines are made from flowers.

After collecting the marginal flowers, you need to carefully sort out, remove the receptacle, tubular and faded marginal flowers. Then cornflowers should be put under a canopy, and you need to lay them out in a thin layer.

Store dried plants can be 2 years.It is possible to determine that the flowers were dried correctly by the following features:

• they are odorless;
• they have a bright color;
• have a bitter taste.

The Phrygian cornflower, when properly applied, can help cope with many ailments. The main thing is to follow the recommendations of the doctor and not to self-medicate!