Nasturtium its features
Nasturtium is a sprawling annual vine with a long stem. It is often grown in gardens and balconies for its aesthetic value. It is also a natural antibiotic that can fight bacteria such as staphylococci or streptococci.
Nasturtium is native to South America. An annual climbing and creeping plant can reach 3-4 meters in length. The nasturtium we know is
Nasturtium is easy to grow if you follow some of its requirements. In fact, the plant prefers places in full sun, but it can also grow in partial shade, although its ability to bloom is reduced.
The plant produces bright flowers all summer and has attractive foliage. Blooms for a long time from early July to autumn. The flowers come in a wide variety of hues: yellow, orange-red, pink, light purple, and even two-tone.
Large nasturtium has many interesting properties and can be used in a variety of ways. It can be grown both in the ground and in containers.
Nasturtium is an ornamental garden annual and a useful culinary herb. In cooking, leaves, flowers are used as an additive to salads. The fruits are pickled in vinegar. They have a rather sharp, horseradish-pepper taste.
Nasturtium: medicinal properties
Known for its healing properties for centuries, nasturtium has been used in folk medicine to treat wounds, scurvy, and colds. Due to its pharmacological effect, nasturtium has been called a medicinal plant.
They have the following health benefits:
- antibacterial and antifungal properties;
- have an anti-inflammatory effect;
- have a diuretic effect;
- relaxing effect;
- increase the production of bile and gastric juice;
- have an expectorant effect;
- have a general strengthening effect;
- regulate metabolism.
The quality of this plant lies in the fact that it contains many valuable, biologically active compounds that have a healing effect.
For medicinal purposes, nasturtium infusion can be used as an adjuvant for:
- upper respiratory infections (colds);
- inflammation of the lower urinary tract;
- inflammation of the prostate gland;
- with diseases of the liver and gallbladder (especially associated with insufficient production of bile);
- with digestive disorders.
It is an excellent source of vitamin C, which is a powerful antioxidant. The plant also contains strong essential oils, minerals, flavonoids, fatty acids, lutein and beta-carotene, fiber.
It has strong bactericidal and fungicidal properties, therefore it is useful for infections, accelerates wound healing, and has a positive effect on immunity and vision.
Note! Nasturtium is a natural powerful antibiotic that works against bacteria such as staphylococci and streptococci that cause sore throats, bronchitis and kidney disease.
It has antiviral, antibacterial and antifungal properties, both internally and externally. Stimulates digestion, regulates metabolism, has a diuretic and choleretic effect. In addition, it helps with colds, soothes coughs.
Nasturtium leaves help with cuts, has aseptic properties. It is enough to attach a crumpled leaf to the wound, which released the juice.
Nasturtium and beauty
Cosmetics based on nasturtium extracts are also famous for their beneficial effect on skin and hair care. Nasturtium has a strengthening effect, stimulates growth and prevents hair loss.
Regular use of this plant improves the appearance of hair, skin and nails. The compounds contained in nasturtium have a positive effect on beauty, which is why the plant is often used in the cosmetics industry. This is especially useful in hair care products.
Additional Information! Nasturtium hair rinse strengthens hair, prevents hair loss and regulates sebum secretion, which prevents oily hair. Nasturtium also contains mustard oil, which has an antiseptic effect and stimulates hair growth.
Vitamin C has a beneficial effect on blood vessels, brightens the skin. It is indispensable in the fight against dermatological problems. Thanks to its aseptic and fungicidal action, nasturtium helps to treat acne and skin blemishes.
How to make nasturtium tincture?
Water, alcohol tinctures are prepared from nasturtium. Wash and cut the stems of nasturtium with leaves and flowers, put in a jar and pour alcohol, completely covering the raw material.
After 10 days, the liquid is filtered and bottled. Wipe the face with acne or rub into the scalp for problems with dandruff or hair loss.
Nasturtium rinse can be prepared independently. A handful of leaves, pour half a liter of boiling water. After the infusion has cooled, it must be filtered, and then used to rinse the hair after washing. It should not be washed out of the hair, but left to dry.
Note! The infusion prepared in this way also has a tonic effect, accelerates wound healing and improves skin condition, so it can be used to wash the face.
Aqueous extracts are used for rinsing the mouth and throat, as well as for compresses and washing small wounds, ulcers, acne lesions.
Nasturtium tea is prepared from about two tablespoons of the leaves of the plant, which are poured with boiling water. After 15 minutes, strain and use. Drink with diseases of the throat and cough. You can add a teaspoon of honey to tea. However, people with peptic ulcers and children should not drink it.
Contraindications for use
Nasturtium, like other herbs, contains a significant amount of active ingredients. Nasturtium and products containing it should not be consumed by children and pregnant women. It should also not be used by people suffering from stomach ulcers or gastritis.
It is also important that chronically ill people and those on medication always consult their doctor before using nasturtium, as nasturtium may interact with the medications used.
