With the scientific name of Amburama cearensis , the Emburana plant is native to Brazil. It is a medium tree, capable of reaching up to 10 m in height. Its bark has a reddish-brown tone that stands out between thin blades. A key point to recognize the Emburana tree are its whitish, tiny and extremely aromatic flowers, which form bunches that completely cover the leafless branches. The earliest times refer to emburana as an efficient aromatizer for clothing, however, over time it was discovered that the plant had many other benefits.
Yes, not only beautiful and fragrant, emburana can also be consumed as a tea to benefit the individual’s body. Among its main medicinal properties are:
Index
medicinal properties
- Aromatic;
- Anticoagulant;
- Antispasmodic;
- Anti-inflammatory;
- Bronchodilator;
- Cardiotonics;
- Diaphoretic;
- Emmenagogue;
- Stimulant;
- Stomachic;
- Febrifuge.
Benefits and indications
One of the greatest benefits of emburana is its efficiency in the treatment of respiratory diseases. Asthma, bronchitis, colds and flu, coughs and lung infections are all easily relieved with regular consumption of the plant’s tea. It is also indicated for infections, inflammations, hemorrhages, asthenia and intestinal and uterine cramps.
Preparation mode
You will find the plant emburana in pharmacies and health food stores, promptly crushed and cleaned for the tea. Heat 1 l of water, and 2 tablespoons of emburana – it will always be 2 tablespoons for each liter of water. Simmer for 10 minutes, then turn off the heat, smother the container and allow it to warm. When the temperature is suitable for consumption, strain and drink the tea twice a day, preferably before main meals.
Heads up
No contraindications or side effects have been reported for the consumption of Emburana, however, it should be borne in mind that any drug treatment – natural whether or drug – must be guided and monitored by a trusted specialist physician.
