The purple perpetual plant, scientific name Gomphrena globosa , can be used in the form of tea to combat sore throat and hoarseness. This plant is also popularly known as the Amaranth flower.
This plant measures an average of 60 cm in height and the flowers can be purple, white or red, and do not wither, which is why they are often used as a decorative flower, being useful for making garland of flowers and in cemetery graves, being known for many like the flower of longing.
What is it for
Due to its medicinal properties, perpetual purple can be used to help treat conditions such as sore throat, stomach pain, cough, laryngitis, hot flashes, hypertension, cough, diabetes, hemorrhoids and to release phlegm. In decoction it can be used as a diuretic, to decrease stomach acidity, fight respiratory diseases, and aid digestion.
Medicinal properties
The purple perpetual has antimicrobial, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory action.
How to use
The purple perpetual can be used in the form of tea or infusion that must be prepared with the leaves or flowers of this plant.
- For tea with flowers: Put 4 dried flowers in a cup or put 10 grams in 1 liter of boiling water. Allow to warm while it is covered and when it reaches the ideal temperature, strain, sweeten with honey and then take it.
To fight respiratory diseases, tea should be consumed warm, up to 3 times a day.
Contraindications
This medicinal plant is not indicated during pregnancy, lactation and should also not be used in children under 12 years of age, because there is no proof of its safety in these cases.
Where to buy
You can buy dried flowers and leaves for making teas at health food stores.
