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River gravilat is a perennial plant of the Pink family. The main aggregation of the species is observed in the Far East, in Siberia, less often in the North Caucasus and in the European part. The plant has medicinal properties, so it is used in folk medicine and in cooking.
Description of the river gravity
River gravilat is a herb with a thick surface creeping rhizome. The height of the culture reaches 80 cm. The gravilat grows in dense groups. Propagated by seeds and root shoots.
Description of the river gravity:
- Stems are thin, erect, more often simple, less often with slight branching in the upper part. The surface is dark red or burgundy, densely pubescent.
- Basal leaves, located at an acute angle in relation to the stem. Fixed on long petioles, divided into 3 oblong lobes. The leaf plate is finely pubescent, light green, the edges are jagged. Stem leaves are solitary, alternately located, sessile, deeply dissected, with small oval stipules.
- Bell-shaped flowers, up to 2 cm in diameter, bisexual, drooping. Located on long peduncles singly or 3-5 pcs. The calyx is brown, the petals are wide, rounded at the top, cream with burgundy veins.
- The stamens are long, shaggy, burgundy. The pistils form an oval head. The receptacle consists of a dense green fabric.
- The fruit is a red achene, equipped with a hook, with which it is attached to animals or human clothing. Thus, the plant is spread over long distances.
Fruits ripen at the end of August.
River gravilat blooms in early June, cycle duration - 3 weeks
Where and how it grows
The main distribution of the species is noted in the Far East and Siberia. In the European part and in the North Caucasus, the plant is found, but less often. It grows on moist fertile soils with a slightly acidic reaction. Forms small groups, single specimens are rare. It settles near water bodies, in swampy areas, among bushes, on forest edges, in places with a close location of groundwater.
River gravilat is a medicinal plant, it is also used in cooking. It belongs to an endangered species. The negative factors affecting the population are:
- early mowing;
- collection of raw materials for medicinal purposes;
- poor germination of seeds;
- drying out of the soil;
- expansion of territories for grazing.
The composition and value of the plant
The chemical composition of the river gravity is varied. For medicinal purposes, all parts of the plant are used. The green mass contains:
- vitamin C;
- vitamins A, group B;
- tannins.
Useful elements in the root system of the river gravity:
- flavonoids;
- tanning components;
- alkaloids;
- organic and phenol carboxylic acids;
- many micro and macro elements;
- proteins, carbohydrates.
The seeds of the river gravilata have a high content of fatty oils.
The plant is widely used in alternative medicine, it is used externally or orally. They make infusions, decoctions. Used in cooking, industry.
The plant has a number of actions that are valuable for the body:
- antiseptic;
- diaphoretic;
- diuretic;
- hemostatic;
- regenerating;
- astringent;
- sedative;
- pain reliever.
The healing properties of the river gravilata
In traditional medicine, the plant is not used for therapeutic purposes. It is included only in folk recipes. Indications for taking river gravilat:
- avitaminosis;
- chronic fatigue syndrome;
- as a detoxifier for poisoning, snake or insect bites;
- hemorrhoidal bleeding;
- abundant and prolonged menstrual cycle;
- uterine bleeding.
River gravilat normalizes the platelet count in the blood. Improves the quality of sleep, removes irritability, anxiety. Relieves headaches. Effective for diarrhea. It is used to treat long-term non-healing purulent wounds. Helps with skin diseases psoriasis, streptoderma, relieves itching and swelling.
Application features
River gravilat is used not only in folk recipes, but also in the food and chemical industries. The plant is included in the diet of animals, used in cooking.
For the preparation of funds, a root is used, its chemical composition is more diverse
In folk medicine
In alternative medicine, alcohol and water tincture, decoction are made from river gravilate. Used for oral administration (as lotions or compresses). The people treat the plant with:
- gastritis;
- salmonellosis;
- dysentery;
- colitis;
- cystitis;
- nephritis;
Broths have antipyretic, expectorant effects. Effective for bronchitis, pneumonia, fever.
Infusion on the root gargle with sore throat, make baths for arthritis, for any joint or muscle pain. The tool relieves inflammation. The root crushed to a state of powder is sprinkled with purulent wounds. Due to its tanning and antibacterial properties, the plant is used to rinse the mouth with stomatitis or bleeding gums.
Baths on the basis of river gravity, taken at night, have a relaxing effect. The plant relaxes muscles, relieves fatigue, and has a calming effect on the nervous system.
In cooking
Fresh leaves are used in cooking. They are included in vegetable salads, added to first courses as herbs. The leaves of the plant impart a slightly tart, astringent flavor to the dish. The dried root of the river gravilata is crushed and used as a seasoning. The smell of the mass is subtle, bright, vaguely reminiscent of cinnamon or cloves. It is put into meat dishes, homemade kvass, alcoholic liqueurs. Used for baking muffins, added to the filling for pies.
In other areas
River gravilata root is used in brewing and liqueur production as a flavoring agent. The root stains the drinks dark red. Also, dyes for the textile and leather industries are obtained from the plant.
Used in the processing of raw leather as a tannin. Above ground mass is included in the composition of silage feed for cattle and in feed mixtures for sheep and goats.
During flowering, the river gravilat is a supplier of raw materials for bees. One flower of the plant releases about 10 mg of nectar per day, so the culture is classified as a valuable honey plant. From 1 hectare of solid planting, insects can harvest up to 90 kg of honey.
Gravilat has an insecticidal effect, scares off garden pests from the site. The plant is planted near vegetable and flowering crops.
On the basis of the river gravilata, breeding varieties have been created for the design of gardens and personal plots, the most common variety is Leonardo Var. A tall plant in ornamental gardening is used in a single planting, included in mixborders, and decorate the banks of artificial reservoirs.
The cultivar gravilata is represented by orange, red, pink and yellow flowers, semi-double shape
Collection and procurement of raw materials
For gastronomic purposes, the leaves of the plant are harvested before the budding period. In order not to disrupt photosynthesis, no more than 1/3 of the shoots are cut off. For medicinal purposes, the aboveground mass is harvested before flowering. To maintain the population, cut stems with fewer buds.
The green mass is collected in small bunches and suspended in the shade in a well-ventilated area or indoors. You can cut the gravilat into pieces and spread it out in a thin layer to dry, periodically turning it over so that the lower raw material is on top.
Roots are dug in early spring or after flowering. They are washed well, allowed to dry and cut into pieces. Can be dried at a temperature not higher than +50 0C. A simpler method is also used. To do this, the parts are strung on a thick thread and hung in a ventilated room.
Raw materials are stored for no more than a year in a canvas or paper bag. If the root is well dried, it can be ground to a powder and stored in a spice container.
Contraindications and restrictions
River gravilat has medicinal properties, but before using it, you should familiarize yourself with the contraindications. Use the plant with caution in the following cases:
- with hemophilia (increased blood clotting);
- with damage to blood vessels by thrombosis;
- with arterial hypotension;
- with dysbiosis with constipation;
- during pregnancy. The use of gravilat is contraindicated during lactation.
River gravilat should not be used for people with an allergic reaction to any of the plant components.
Conclusion
River gravilat is a rhizome perennial plant with medicinal properties. It is used in alternative medicine for the treatment of the genitourinary system, gastrointestinal tract, skin, muscle and joint diseases. It has sedative properties. Used in cooking, goes to animal feed. The plant is classified as a honey plant. River gravilat is an endangered species listed in the Red Book.
