Linnaeus northern: description and medicinal properties

Linnaeus northern is an evergreen shrub plant, a resident of the tundra, dark coniferous (less often deciduous) forests, an alpine belt; Is distributed in North America, Europe, Asia, on the territory of Russia. Its long-standing culture has received its official name in honor of the Swedish naturalist, medic and botanist of the 18th century Karl Linnaeus. The coat of arms and portraits of the famous scientist depicts this flower, which he sincerely loved. Also, the northern Linnaeus is considered the official plant of the Swedish province of Småland - the place where Carl Linnaeus grew up. In folk medicine, which successfully uses the medicinal qualities of this unique herb in the treatment of many diseases, it is known as the "forest crawl", "hair", "abdomen", "rabid grass", "patch grass".

Description of Linnaeus North

A low (about 5 cm), with short pubescence, is characterized by creeping lignified stems, round petioles, small, leathery leaves and an upright leafless foot with two bell-shaped flowers. Fruits - nuts of round shape, ripen in August-September.

The spectacle of how the northern blooms blossoms, simply fascinates: in May, in the forest often there are bell-shaped pinkish flowers. By the beginning of summer they grow into a large openwork carpet, associated with a light pink cloud. This forest fairy tale lasts several weeks: from June to August. It is during this period that we should start collecting medicinal raw materials: flowers, leaves, stems of the plant. Dry them with a 3-5 cm layer in well-ventilated areas, store in paper bags or boxes.

Peculiarities of growing

In natural conditions, the plant multiplies with the help of birds and animals. Attaching to their feathers and wool sticky bracts and small hooks, the plant spreads to huge areas. In cultural floriculture, the northern Linnaeus is a rare phenomenon, as it causes certain difficulties during cultivation. So, the soil for its growth should be rich in humus, acidic and moist. Moreover, when speaking of moisture, one should understand not the constant stagnation of water, which can be detrimental to the flower culture. Plant a perennial grass is recommended in the penumbra under the thick crown of trees. The plant is frost-resistant and can withstand temperatures as low as -45 ° C. Due to this quality, the northern linnaeus is an excellent element of decor in mountain stony areas and in alpine slides. With a thin layer of soil can grow even on moss-covered rocks. The most optimal location for a humble plant is a forest or heath garden.

In cultural floriculture, I can multiply the northern lineage by a seed method or vegetatively: by roots and cuttings. Branch of roots is made in places of contact of shoots with the ground. Seeds can be harvested in flowering places, moreover, sowing is required to be made in the current season.

Such a healing north linnea

The formula of the flower is not fully understood, however, since a long time, the ability of a plant to help with diseases of a different nature is known. Characterized by blood-purifying, diuretic, expectorant, antipyretic, anticancer, sedative, restorative properties, northern grass is successfully used in folk medicine. The preparations prepared on its basis normalize the activity of the digestive tract, intestines, help with diseases of joints and blood, sexual impotence of men and women's diseases (omission and prolapse of the uterus, mastopathy, infertility).

Useful infusion of leaves of linnea: a tablespoon of chopped raw materials you need to pour 1 cup of boiling water, insist a few hours and eat before eating a quarter cup 4 times a day.

Linnaeus northern: application

The grass of the Linnea North causes the lowering of blood pressure and is considered an easy means for stimulating respiration. In some regions of Russia it is brewed delicious and incredibly useful tea, infusion is mixed in drinking sick cattle, and fresh grass is applied to hardened udders of cows. In winter, the grass of the linea is a perfect food for reindeer.

Northern Linnaeus is a grass that can remove papillomas and relieve pigmentation spots. With allergic rashes in the bathroom procedures, it is used as a washcloth. Decoctions and tinctures are used in the treatment of colds, headaches and rheumatic pains, mental disorders, have a beneficial effect on the nervous system. Dry leaves in the form of poultices help with diseases of the musculoskeletal system, especially with radiculitis.

Contraindications

Possessing vasoconstrictive properties, linnea northern is not recommended for people with high blood pressure and hypertension. Preparations based on plants are not recommended for children, pregnant women and nursing mothers.