Oxalis acetosella
This medicinal plant belongs to the family Oxalidaceae. Common name of this medicinal plat is Wood Sorrel.
The scientific name of this herb is Oxalis acetosella.
This herb is trailing stems, flimsy, which travel to the surface below the forest scrofa.
Wood Sorrel is a perennial herb equipped with a thin rhizome and stems removed.
Is a refreshing plant, but not to overindulge in this herb, as it may present some toxicity.
Compresses crushed leaves are used to relieve gingivitis.
Oxalis acetosella is a medicinal plant with white flowers or pink and both 5 petals, this flower in autumn and spring.
This plant is edible and medicinal properties, but must be used sparingly.
Oxalis acetosella leaves have a pleasant sour taste that can substitute lemon makes them an excellent addition to salads, vegetables and soups.
The main use of this plant to detoxify the body, used as a blood tonic and diuretic.
Infusion is also useful in cases of febrile illness due to its properties as a febrifuge and refreshing (quenches the thirst and low body temperature).
This herb is rich in vitamin C.
This plant is contraindicated in cases of gout, arthritis, kidney stones, due to its oxalic acid content.
Recipes from this medicinal plant:
Infusion: is prepared with two teaspoons of Oxalis acetosella per cup, and takes two or three cups daily. You should not exceed the dose.
Other uses:
Calcium oxalate of this herb is used to remove rust stains and ink from clothes and clean the copper. Also the leaves have been used as ingredients for soft drinks and lemonades.
