MALVES
malva malva silvestris
MALVES
malva malva silvestris
Other Names:
Alboheza
,
mauve
.
This plant,
a
symbol of calm and gentleness, and
was
used by the Greeks over two millennia. Hippocrates recommended it as an emollient and laxative properties that have been proven and which remain valid at present.
Habitat:
Common
edges of the wet roads and fields across Europe. Naturalized in the
American
continent, especially in the United States and
Mexico
.
Description:
biennial plant of the
family
of the Malvaceae of 20 to 70 cms. height, which draws
attention
for his pink
purple
flowers with 5 petals.
Used parts:
flowers and leaves.
Properties and indications:
the whole plant, especially the flowers and leaves, contains abundant mucilages. The flowers have
a
water - soluble pigment of the type of anthocyanins. The mucilages confer emollient properties and laxatives. Mucosal tapizando act with
a
viscous layer, protecting and irritation of the agents. The use of hollyhock is shown in the following cases:
Chronic
constipation: acts as
a
laxative not aggressive, even in high doses, which lubricated the
intestinal
duct. It is recommended especially for
children
and the elderly.
Respiratory
conditions: it
has
expectorant and antitussive effect, so it is prescribed in colds,
flu
,
bronchitis
, coughing and irritated or dry in case of
asthma
.
Affections of the mucous membranes and skin:
Applied locally, helps heal the
pharyngitis
, the vaginitis, inflammation of the anus and rectum, the eczema,
acne
, the furúnculos, and in general, all surface irritations.
Use:
in infusion or decoction of flowers and / or leaves, with 30 grams per
liter
of water, which takes 3 to 4 cups hot every day.
Externally, it applies the same infusion or decoction
but
more concentrated, is used in gargarismos, enemas and
vaginal
washing towels that are applied on the skin affected.
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