Adelfa, also known as Oleander, is a common flowering plant that can grow anywhere in any climate. It has beautiful and sweet-scented flowers that come in red and pink, or just about any shade in between these two colors. The plant also bears cylindrical fruits that are packed with seeds.
For many years, different parts (such as the flowers, bark, and roots) of this evergreen plant have been used by traditional healers to treat various diseases. Its numerous health benefits are listed below. Check them out!
Helps Treat Ringworm
The bark of this herb can help treat ringworm and various skin fungal infections. For this purpose, we simply need to make a paste by mixing its finely ground form and coconut oil before it is applied directly on trouble areas.
Make A Face Pack Of Adelfa Flower
A face pack using Adelfa flower can help improve our skin tone, remove pimples, and improve skin complexion. Just grind the flower and apply it on the face.
Helps Treat Eczema
Adelfa is commonly used against eczema. Thanks to its potent anti-inflammatory properties. As a remedy, we need to chop the leaves and bark of the herb and blend it with some healing oils and then apply it on the affected area of the skin.
Helps Reduce a Headache
To get instant relief from headache, we are required to make a paste by grinding the flower with the Indian Gooseberry. Apply the paste on the forehead.
Helps Deal With Hemorrhoids
Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the lowest part of our rectum and anus. It is one of the most embarrassing health problems that can be encountered by a person. When it comes to this condition, Adelfa can provide some help. We need to clean and crush its roots and create a paste by combining it with a little water. Apply the paste to hemorrhoids.
Helps Boosts Cardiovascular Health
Traditional healers have been using Adelfa to regulate the rhythm of the heart and strengthen the heart muscles. This herb can help improve blood circulation thereby preventing blood stasis as well as toxin accumulation.
Helps Reduce Joint Pain
Adelfa leaves were also found to be able to help reduce joint pain. Just grind the leaves and apply on the joint where the pain is felt. It works magically.
Helps Treat Snake Bites
Adelfa plant can also treat snakebite. Simply make a poultice out of its ground leaves and apply it on the cleaned problem area. Let it sit for a few minutes to give it enough time to take effect.
Helps Deal With Dysmenorrhea
Dysmenorrhea or menstrual cramps are throbbing or cramping pains in the lower abdomen that occurs around the time that menstruation begins. For those who are always experiencing this condition, Adelfa leaves can give a helping hand. However, pregnant women should stay away from it at all costs as this herb is known to cause miscarriage.
CAUTION:
Extreme caution should be practiced when using Adelfa. Always ask for the supervision of a herbalist with adequate knowledge and experience in using this herb as this can be toxic if not used correctly.