Pallas' Euphorbia is a beautiful perennial plant from the genus Euphorbia. It grows in Transbaikalia, Eastern Siberia, Korea, Mongolia and China. Popularly called curly aconite or man-root. It has long been used in folk medicine, as decoctions and tinctures based on its parts can get rid of a number of diseases. Very beautiful, but poisonous. Medicines based on it should be used with extreme caution and only after consultation with the doctor.
Description of the plant
Fischer's Euphorbia, which is the scientific name for this plant, grows in swampy areas. Its height is up to 50 cm. The root is long, strongly thickened and branched. The leaves are narrow, pale green. The fruits are a large box with 3 pea seeds. They ripen in July. Flowers are collected in yellow-orange or red inflorescences. All parts of Euphorbia Pallas actively secrete milk juice. For medicinal purposes, the roots of a herbaceous plant are most often used, much less often -its leaves, fruits and stems.
Chemical composition
The composition of Euphorbia Pallas has not been fully studied. But, according to scientists, the following substances were found in it: alkaloids, resins, ascorbic acid, a large amount of selenium, flavonoids, saponins and glycosides. In addition, different parts of the plant contain bitter and tannins, hydrocarbons, and toxins. As well as such unique elements as phytoandrogens and phytoexistroids, which, when ingested by a man, contribute to the normalization of his hormonal levels.
Useful properties and applications
The healing properties of Euphorbia Pallas are very wide. Medicines created on its basis have tonic, laxative, antitumor and bactericidal effects. Traditional healers recommend using the plant for the treatment of ulcers, bladder diseases, gastritis, and malignant tumors. Medical doctors usually prescribe Pallas Euphorbia to a patient with burns, purulent sores, boils, abscesses, anemia, or severe toothache.
In Mongolia, the herb is used to treat eczema, prostate adenoma, liver echinococcosis, chronic prostatitis, sexually transmitted diseases and erectile dysfunction. Chinese healers with its help alleviate the condition of people suffering from bronchial asthma, tuberculosis, anthrax. And also cure the following diseases: mastopathy, inflammatory infertility, prostatitis, lymphangitis and lymphadenitis. They are also prescribed to patients who want to get rid of unnecessarykilograms.
Since the properties of Euphorbia Pallas have not been fully studied, Russian doctors try not to prescribe it to their patients for internal use. But they also know about its ability to exhibit immunomodulatory properties, have antifungal and laxative effects, and suppress the growth of cancer cells. And also accelerate the vomiting process and heal wounds.
Collection and storage
The collection time directly depends on what part of the plant you need to get. So, folk healers usually collect leaves and stems in July, always wearing rubber gloves and goggles. Such "uniforms" are necessary to protect the eyes and skin from the poisonous juice secreted by the plant. Milky juice intended for the preparation of medicinal preparations can be harvested at any time during the growing season, but it is best to do this when the plant is flowering.
Pallas milkweed root experts recommend digging out of the ground by hand in late autumn, at the end of the growing season. In this case, you should try not to damage the branched lateral roots. After digging, the root should be washed in cold water and spread out to dry in the sun. Then they should be peeled (this is a must!) And cut into large pieces. String on synthetic thread and hang in the attic to dry completely. You can store raw materials for 3 years. If you don’t feel like harvesting, you can always purchase an already prepared collection at a pharmacy. Its price is about 75 rubles.
Pallas milkweed home remedies
In traditional medicine, Euphorbia Pallas is used everywhere. From it prepare, for example, tincture for the treatment of anemia, uterine fibroids, prostatitis and cancer. You need to do it like this: grind 10 grams of the root of the plant into powder, pour 500 ml of pure alcohol and insist in a dark place for 14-18 days. Then pass through gauze and start taking according to a special scheme: on the first day, 15 drops three times a day, later on, 1 drop more daily for each dose. As a result, bring the dosage to 30 drops, drink three times a day for 1 day. Further, reduce the dosage according to a similar scheme to 15 drops per 1 dose. The course of treatment is about 1 month. After that, it is recommended to take a break for the same time.
With furunculosis, a special ointment can be made from Pallas' milkweed. To do this, you need to take 15 g of salicylic ointment, mix with 10 ml of turpentine, 5 g of the milky juice of the plant and 10 g of sweet clover flowers, dried and ground into powder. Mix all ingredients thoroughly and grind in a mortar. Leave the mixture for 30 minutes, then you can use it for its intended purpose. Apply as follows: apply a small amount of ointment to a gauze swab and apply to the inflamed area, leave for 5 minutes. The tool will help the boil to mature faster and disappear from the skin.
To create a universal home remedy, you need to mix 1 tsp. chopped nightshade stalks and ¼ tsp. milkweed root, pour 0.5 liters of boiling water. Leave for 4 hours. Take three times a day for 1 tbsp. l. before meals. The tool will help increaseimmunity, get rid of urticaria and furunculosis, cure asthma, remove radionuclides and toxins from the body. But do not forget that you can take any drugs only with the permission of the doctor.
Contraindications
In addition to healing properties, it has Euphorbia Pallas and contraindications for use. So, it can not be used for individual intolerance, pregnancy, breastfeeding, in childhood. It is important to follow the recommended dosages and methods of use. Since with an overdose, any consequences are possible: from loss of consciousness and arrhythmia to death. If a drop of juice gets on the mucous membrane of the eyes, blindness may develop. If for any reason, for example through negligence, you overdose, be sure to call an ambulance. Take the necessary measures before the arrival of the doctors. Take care of yourself and your he alth!
