Bougainvillea is a common tropical plant that is mostly used for adorning trellises, fences and gates. Other than its aesthetic purposes, this plant is also used as a medicine in South America but rarely in Asia.
The Bougainvillea plant can bear flowers all year-long if the conditions are right. It has tiny flowers that come in different colors such as red, pink, white, purple and yellow. The whole plant can be used for medicinal purposes from the bracts (the paper-like structures surrounding the real flower), the flowers, stems and leaves. Bougainvillea leaves have anti-inflammatory effects. The flowers and the bracts are boiled to make healthy tea.
Recent studies show that this plant has alkaloids that present psychological effects and enzymes that present biochemical reactions. The Bougainvillea plant also has amino acids. Other health benefits of this plant include:
Easing Coughs
This plant is commonly used to ease coughs. The bracts and flowers are boiled for a few minutes and later consumed to promote easy breathing.
Clears Sore Throat
The tea from flowers and bracts also eases a sore throat due to the antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory compounds.
Corrects Indigestion Problems
The tea made from the flowers and bracts can be used to control acid influx.
Relieves Ulcers
The said tea can be use to soothe the ulcerations as they have anti-inflammatory properties. This gives an instant relief to those suffering from pain associated with ulcers.
Stops Diarrhea
This extracts from Bougainvillea control diarrhea.
Controls Diabetes
The leaves of this medicinal plant are used to keep the blood sugar levels from rising.
It is Used for Hepatitis
Many people in South American countries use this plant to treat hepatitis. But due to the seriousness of this condition, it is vital that you seek attention from a medical expert.
Raises Blood Pressure
Abnormally low blood pressure also known as hypotension can be corrected by Bougainvillea. Do not take the Bougainvillea tea if you suffer from hypertension or high blood pressure.
Ends Joint Pain
You can use the parts of this beneficial plant to control joint pain as they all have anti-inflammatory properties.
Source: Health Tips
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