Therapeutic properties of the lakonos: indications for use
American plankton, or fatty grass, is a satisfied large plant with a fleshy, thick and fusiform rhizome. The root penetrates deeply into the earth and grows very much, its weight can reach 10 kg. This beautiful and unique plant is rarely found in Russia, it is mainly cultivated in North America, Iran, the Crimea and Transcaucasia. People not only grow it in their gardens, but also actively use it as a medicine.
The healing properties of the lakonos are known all over the world. In the 18th century, various infusions were prepared from raw materials, which were used to remove spoilage and the evil eye. The fruits of phytolacca lakonos strongly softened and received magical ink. Today the plant is used for medical and industrial purposes. As a medicine all parts of raw materials are used. They are harvested in the winter season.
Chemical Composition
It contains potent biologically active substances. In the roots are many alkaloids, bitter substances, starch, steroids, sucrose, saponins, enzymes of oxidase, essential oils, formic and phytolactic acids. The healing properties of the lakonos form the basis of the composition of fatty grass. In fruits and seeds there are many anthocyanins, carbohydrates, alkaloids, potassium, vitamins of group B1 and PP.The leaves are rich in ascorbic acid, flavonoids and saponins.
Pharmacological properties of herbs phytolacca lakonos
The healing properties are determined by the chemical composition. In the pharmaceutical industry, medicinal preparations are produced that have a stimulating, anti-catarrhal, antirheumatic, antiparasitic and laxative effect. In addition, it has been scientifically proven that the curative properties of the lakonos have a mild cleansing, analgesic, diuretic, anti-inflammatory, anthelminthic and vomiting action. Medicines based on this herb improve metabolism and stimulate the immune system.
Alcoholic infusions have a healing and bacteriostatic effect. In medicine, the pacifier is very important. His healing properties are truly unique. In small doses, the drug on the basis of this plant acts as a sedative. From the roots make wound healing ointments and anti-inflammatory drugs.
Indications for use
The medicinal properties of the lakonos have long been known to medicine. Drugs from fresh rhizomes are indicated for rheumatic pains, scarlet fever, neuralgia, diarrhea, hemorrhoids, gonorrhea, thrush, kidney disease, intestines, rectum, bladder. And also with diseases of the duodenum and stomach. It is an indispensable and effective remedy for acne and acne.
Ointments from the Lakonos are used to treat scaly lichen. An extract of alcohol helps to ease the course of menopause. External remedy is used for scabies, skin infections, ulcers and inflammation of the joints. Juice of berries promotes rapid healing of deep wounds and even tumors. The healing properties of the lakonos are difficult to overestimate. But other than good, it can cause harm to the body.
Contraindications
It should be noted that all parts of this plant are poisonous. Drugs should be taken with caution and in small doses. Powder of roots and liquid extract cause convulsions, reflex disorders, shortness of breath, nerve palsy. In case of intoxication, immediately rinse the stomach with a solution of potassium permanganate, activated charcoal or salt remedy. It is not recommended to plant the plant at home, especially if you have children, the medicine knows cases of death.