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Despite being considered a natural ingredient, its use has some contraindications, as the plant is quite toxic
In this sense, all parts of the plant can be used, including the flowers, which are orange in color and attract a lot of attention.
However, the indication is that, before including the plant in any treatment, the doctor should be consulted. Only this professional has the ability to certify the use of the plant, based on medical knowledge and also on the patient’s actual conditions.
Medicinal properties of scarlet pimpinela
Despite being considered a natural ingredient, its use has some contraindications, since the plant is toxic. This is due to the presence of a substance called saponosides, responsible for triggering hemolytic action, irritating the digestive and respiratory mucosa.
In most cases, the plant is used only to solve external problems, such as wounds, cutaneous mycoses, trophic ulcers and herpes zoster. In addition, this species can also be indicated for the treatment of fever, depression, tuberculosis, liver, epilepsy, hydrops and rheumatism, however, under strict medical supervision.
Side effects
As explained above, the most frequent use of the plant is to solve external problems, which does not exclude it from being able to integrate other internal treatments. If consumed in excess, or without medical advice, scarlet pimpinela can cause severe gastric inflammation, tremor, diarrhea and severe diuresis.
Scarlet Pimpinela Tea
With the doctor’s permission, one of the ways to use this plant for health is through the preparation of tea. For this you will need 200 ml of filtered water and 1 tablespoon of the dried plant.
Bring the water to a boil. As soon as it starts bubbling, turn off the heat and add the herb. Let it rest, in a covered container, for about 10 minutes. Remove excess herb and drink is ready to drink.
To use the plant in external treatments, the recommendation is to prepare an alcoholic infusion. Take a liter of 90° alcohol and 20 grams of flowers and leaves. Put everything in a bottle and shake well. Let the mixture sit for two weeks. After this time, filter the liquid and use directly on the wounds.
