Guava

Guava is a tree that produces guavas, whose leaves can be used as a medicinal plant. It is a small tree with smooth trunks that have large oval leaves of bright green color. Its flowers are white and its fruit is rounded with a greenish yellow color and white or pink pulp, depending on the species.

Guava has an antibiotic and healing action and can be used as a home remedy for gastric ulcers or infections, such as candidiasis.

Its scientific name is Psidium guajava . Its leaves can be bought in natural fruit stores and its fruits in markets.

What is guava for?

Guava serves for the treatment of digestive problems due to its composition rich in vitamins and minerals that help to avoid acidity during digestion and prevent diarrhea. It can also be used to treat swelling and bleeding in the uterus due to its diuretic action. Because it is very calming it is also used in cases of nervousness and stress.

Guava Properties

The properties of guava are mainly its digestive, antibiotic, healing, anti-hemorrhagic and relaxing action.

How to use guava

The most used parts of guava are its leaves and its fruit, guava. They can be used to make teas, juices, ice cream and jams.

Infusion of guava: Place 1 teaspoon of dried guava leaves in a cup of boiling water and let stand for about 10 minutes. Then strain and drink up to 3 cups a day.