Bucktail flower

The flower with the strange name "pike tail" is also known as a sanseverra and is considered a medicinal plant, although it is unlikely that anyone has heard of its use in alternative medicine. In addition, a lot will be associated with the sanceviera, some of which are quite possible to explain with simple chemistry, but the reasons for the appearance of the rest are unknown. Harm or benefit brings "pike tail" house, which grows? How to care for him, and what are the features of the plant?

First of all, this plant is original in that it does not have a stem - wide leaves, narrowed and pointed to the top, come out of the common nest and stretch upwards, as a result of which a solid bush can really be mistaken for a few pike tails sticking into the ground or growing from it. At the same time, their height depends on the specific variety: they are found as variants with long (up to 1 m) leaves, and with very short ones, but in greater quantities from the 1st outlet. The evergreen inhabitant of Africa and tropical regions of Asia has a creeping rhizome, and its leaves are covered with a dense waxy coating, which provides protection from moisture evaporation, as a result of which the “taut tail” is able to calmly experience short-term drought or general dryness of the air in the room.

Few people know that sanseviera is not an ornamental plant, it is also capable of flowering: the buds are tied on a thin peduncle that grows from the same outlet as the leaves, while their petals are white-green in color and usually open in the evening the dawn. In addition to such an unusual cycle of life, gardeners also note the strong aroma of pike-tail flowers, which has pronounced notes of vanilla. Due to this, as well as droplets of nectar, insects like sancevierra, and in some cases flower pots are placed next to the bushes that are required to pollinate: the neighborhood is very advantageous.

Bucktail - harm or good?

But this is not the only advantage of the “pike flower”: it has long been recognized as a medicinal plant, even if it does not have such popularity as milk thistle, calamus or chamomile. The range of use of sancevier in natural medicine is very wide: it is recommended as a choleretic and diuretic, crushed roots are actively used as antiviral, diaphoretic and immune strengthening, as well as they are used in the treatment of bronchitis, dry cough, fungal diseases of the skin and even inflammation of the reproductive system. women There are even cases of elimination of ulcers and other inflammations on the skin, acne, and purulent wounds. Like the plantain, a sheet of “tongue of pike” can be applied to the cleaned wound, having previously stretched it in the hands before extracting the juice, and the next day the damage will begin to heal.

Like any plant, sanseviera cleans the air through oxygen exchange, as well as eliminates the harm from computer and other radiation, as a result of which the pot with a flower is often placed near electrical appliances. But she is also credited with several interesting properties that are difficult to explain from the point of view of the natural sciences. First, it is believed that, where the “pike tail” lives, scandals and disputes quickly subside, small squabbles do not develop into a serious altercation. Secondly, it increases self-confidence among those who are often close to the plant, it allows them to develop independence from the opinions of others, and even improves male potency. Thirdly, it weakens the effect of atmospheric fluctuations and magnetic storms on the body, and also prevents viruses from multiplying indoors (this applies to ORVI carriers). And most importantly, the sansevieru is considered a great helper for those who are haunted by constant stress, mood swings, fatigue and a decrease in concentration, because the flower affects the nervous system and the brain.

The last point can be explained by the fact that the "pike tail" has in the chemical composition of its leaves essential oils, which have long been widely used in aromatherapy. Indeed, these fumes can positively affect the nervous system, relieving breathing difficulties, relieving tension and headaches from cramps, increasing mood. However, how much it all will be noticeable in the usual "neighborhood" with a flower in the apartment is difficult to say with certainty. Experts say that sanseviera in this case will most likely work as a general tonic, giving light protection, but not able to eliminate the problem as quickly as aromatherapy directly with the essential oil of this plant.

But if a huge share of the benefits of a flower is proved and confirmed by comments and reviews of ordinary consumers, the harm from the flower "pike tail" is only in the pile will take, almost not supported by real facts. For example, it is believed that if the sansevera suddenly blooms for the winter, there will be a family disorder. As to the real minuses of the plant, they were not brought out either by botanists or the owners of the “pike tail”. On the contrary, his name is sometimes “oxygen factory” and “filter”, which actively cleans the air from harmful impurities, as a result, you can meet sancevier not only in ordinary apartments, but also in public places, including those where there are many children: schools, kindergartens , hospitals, etc.

What is the flower "pike tail" - benefit or harm? The answer is quite clear, however, some positive properties of the plant are still being disputed. But even if you do not believe in its influence on the energy atmosphere in an apartment, it is worthwhile to house a sansevieru at least for the sake of filtering the air and ensuring a healthy environment. Moreover, for pets and children, the "pike tail" is absolutely safe.