The five medicinal plants that are suitable for growing at home and easy to care for were told by Büyübitki, founded by three female entrepreneurs. From the sail flower to sage, here are miraculous plants that have many benefits for your health…
Aloe vera
Aloe vera, famous for its healing properties, is a real savior with its gel-like liquid inside… This miraculous plant, which helps treat burns, sunburns, insect bites, minor scrapes and even psoriasis, also smoothes and moisturizes irritated skin. This tiny healer, which has been a must-have in our homes for many years, has recently been revealed to be a very effective fighter against harmful chemical gases in the air. You can place aloe vera, a plant approved by the World Health Organization, in a bright area of your home that is not exposed to direct sunlight and enjoy watching it grow rapidly.
Lemon Balm
Lemon balm, which is one of the plants that is quite suitable for growing at home, is a very effective healer against many health problems such as anxiety, insomnia, wound healing, herpes treatment, insect bites and indigestion. Also known as melissa, this perennial plant can grow up to 1 meter. This delightful plant, whose leaves give off a light lemon aroma, is also a delicious spice recommended with meat, fish, soup, salad and cheese. Lemon balm, which is beautiful with its small white flowers that bloom in the summer, is also drunk as tea, especially in the Mediterranean region, as it is believed to have calming and antimicrobial properties. You can do yourself a favor and start growing lemon balm at home.
Sail flower
Another medicinal plant suitable for growing at home with its elegant white flowers is the sail flower. One of the plants that requires the least care, the sail flower is on NASA’s list of plants that reduce harmful chemicals in the air. This miraculous flower, which blooms almost all summer long and helps reduce headaches and sinusitis by absorbing negative energy from the house, is one of the best options for those who are buying a plant for the first time. You can host this beauty in your home with peace of mind, as it does not need direct light and does not expect water every day.
St. John’s Wort Flower
St. John’s Wort flower, which supports the rapid healing of inflammations in the body by showing anti-inflammatory effects, is a miracle that helps wounds heal quickly as it enables cells to renew faster. You can easily grow this plant, which is also known as sword grass, sheep breaker and mayasıl grass, which can grow spontaneously on the edges of roads and forests and in fields, in your homes. St. John’s Wort oil, which is obtained from the St. John’s Wort flower, which is known to have positive effects on skin conditions such as eczema and varicose veins, is especially indispensable for homes with children… If you are looking for a savior in emergency situations, do not leave this plant and its oil out of your home.
Sage
Sage, which is much loved for its soft and sweet taste and known for its relaxing benefits, is perhaps the most popular of the medicinal herbs. Sage, whose scientific name is Salvia officinalis, is a perennial herbaceous plant that emits a bitter, fragrant and sharp odor. This medicinal plant, which has been used medicinally for centuries, has many benefits such as improving oral health, suppressing menopause symptoms, lowering blood sugar and cholesterol, as well as improving brain functions thanks to its vitamins and minerals. This beauty, which can also be easily grown at home, loves warm weather. Don’t forget to place it in a place protected from the wind and always exposed to sunlight.
Bonus
In addition to these healing plants, you can easily grow kidney-friendly parsley, chamomile that works miracles with its calming effect, and dill, which is especially preferred in meals, has diuretic properties and is a cure for nausea, in pots at home.