Crimean Zheleznitsa, shepherd tea, Tatar tea or simply - Crimean schisandra is a unique endemic plant from the Crimea peninsula.
Did you know? Endemic is an animal or a plant that lives or grows in only one place on Earth..
Crimean Zheleznitsa - the origin and composition of the plant
Crimean lemongrass grass grows on Crimean Yaylah (mountain pastures), often found on Demerdzhi and Chatyr-Dag. Prefers plain rocky slopes in the steppes.
This is a herbaceous perennial plant from the family of blue flowers. It has several flowering shoots and some are not flowering, shortened. Flowering shoots grow up to half a meter in height. The leaves are about 3 cm long, oblong. The inflorescence has a spike shape, dense and elongated. Young leaves are often used as a substitute for tea because of the pleasant lemon smell.
In medicine, use the entire terrestrial part of the plant, because it contains:
- iridoid;
- tanning agent;
- pectin;
- vitamins C and E;
- lignins;
- minerals.
High content of oils:
- oleic acid;
- linolenic acid;
- stearic acid;
- palmitic acid;
- linoleic acid.
Medicinal properties of the Crimean Schizandra
People who are accustomed to using folk methods for medicinal purposes are probably familiar with it, because the Crimean lemongrass has various healing properties. For example, lignins inhibit the development of cancer due to the high levels of fiber and antioxidants. Thanks to essential oils, Zheleznitsa has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, bactericidal, immunostimulating, emollient, analgesic and wound-healing effect.
Did you know? Absolutely all parts of lemongrass contain essential oil..
Thanks to vitamin C:
- normalized oxidative and reducing processes of cellular respiration;
- the degree of capillary permeability increases;
- ensures the growth and development of bone tissue;
- immunity is strengthened;
- stimulates the production of adrenal hormones.
Vitamin E allows you to:
- prevent blood clots and dissolve existing ones;
- normalize the reproductive system;
- reduce climacteric manifestations;
- accelerate wound healing processes;
- regulate protein and RNA biosynthesis.
Mineral salts contained in iron ore is involved in:
- blood formation;
- formation and regeneration of body tissues;
- adjusting the acid-base balance;
- in functions of enzyme and endocrine systems.
Due to its composition, it is capable of increasing the appetite, normalizing sleep, metabolism and body temperature, and iron ore is an excellent means for enhancing immunity. Drinking tea with Crimean lemongrass several times a week, you will never have a breakdown, and you will not be afraid of various diseases. Lemongrass has always been revered by the indigenous people, it is considered a panacea for all known colds.Where to find and how to prepare Tatar-tea
Crimean lemongrass and its useful properties were first noticed by the Greek shepherds. It grows in a very small territory of the Crimea. In pharmacies, Tatar-tea is not sold, you can only get it in the Crimea, and even then only in hikes. You will not find this plant near the villages and small towns, because it is immediately destroyed by local entrepreneurs. Having collected this grass, they sell it for an impressive amount to visiting tourists.
When you go hiking in the Crimea, look for so useful vegetation on all the mountains above the sea, starting from Roman Kosh, which is above Alushta and up to Foros itself. Zheleznitsa - a plant that blooms throughout the summer. But do not be alarmed if you can not get into the mountains during the flowering period, because you can collect not only the inflorescences, but also the leaves and stems of the plant.
When using the Crimean iron-iron, the indications for use
Crimean Zheleznitsa applied for the following diseases:
- long healing wounds;
- anemia;
- various fungal diseases;
- liver, stomach and kidney disease;
- respiratory diseases and tuberculosis;
- amnesia;
- crayfish;
- diarrhea;
- sexual weakness;
- general tiredness;
- dermatosis;
- dysentery;
- baldness;
- psoriasis;
- increased sleepiness;
- asthma;
- headache;
- diseases of the cardiovascular system;
- trophic ulcers;
- whooping cough;
- gonorrhea;
- incontinence;
- diabetes;
- infertility;
- impotence;
- hives;
- epilepsy.
Lemongrass is recommended to take if you have increased drowsiness, low blood pressure, physical and mental fatigue, sexual disorders, intense exercise, increased ionizing radiation in the environment, overheating or overcooling of the body. Zheleznitsa is particularly effective in impairing hearing, vision and other types of sensitivity.Usually, iron ore is taken in the form of tea. For brewing take dried leaves, bark or young shoots of Tatar-tea. One liter of boiling water pour 15 g of raw material and insist 15 minutes without stirring. Lemongrass leaves can be simply added to everyday tea. Regular intake of such tea will help strengthen the immune system and increase the body's resistance to various colds.
Important! Do not recommend brewing tea in a thermos, as it will lose its flavor.
Recipes use zheleznitsa Crimean
Crimean lemongrass helps to get rid of various ailments. It can be used:
As a poultice
Poultice from the Crimean lemongrass cook for a long time. With their help, you can get rid of ulcers, soothe inflammation and relieve pain, reduce swelling. To prepare the poultice, fill the iron box with water and let it brew well, soak the gauze and attach it to the sore spot with grass for several hours. Wash skin thoroughly after removing the poultice.
Important! Herbal poultices are always disposable, you can not reheat the water after use.
With nausea and vomiting
When nausea and vomiting is used infusion of the Crimean schisandra. Grind 3 tbsp. spoon dry plants and fill them with boiling water. Leave it for an hour. Take the resulting infusion 2 times a day for half a cup.
With bronchitis and other respiratory diseases
Shepherd tea infusions are used to treat pneumonia and bronchitis. 1 tbsp. a spoonful of dried flowers need to pour a glass of boiling water and infuse for about half an hour. Take the tincture several times a day for half a cup.
To strengthen potency
Iron is also taken to improve potency, namely: to strengthen the erection, stimulate the process of ejaculation and prevent premature ejaculation.
Dried lemongrass pounded and mixed with alcohol in a ratio of 1: 3, respectively. Next, the resulting mixture must be insisted in a dark place for 2 weeks. After this period, the tincture must be drained and taken a teaspoon every morning.
Lemongrass bath
If you feel tired, fatigue, or you have irritation on the skin - a great solution would be to take a bath with lemongrass. 3 tbsp. spoons of dried lemongrass need to pour 2 liters of water and boil for 5 minutes. Wait until the tincture cools and strain the broth. The resulting liquid is poured into the bathroom, the temperature of which should not exceed 30 ° C. Spend 15 minutes in such a bath and you won't recognize yourself.
Zheleznitsa Crimean: contraindications
Crimean lemongrass, the use of which is invaluable, like any medicinal plant. has contraindications. It is not recommended to take the glandular for people who have high blood pressure, strong nervous overexcitement and individual intolerance. If lemongrass is contraindicated to you, then it is better to refuse its use, because you not only will not benefit your body, but also cause considerable harm to it.
