MANY GROW “THE MONEY TREE” AT HOME. BUT HERE’S WHAT FEW KNOW ABOUT THIS PLANT
According to Feng Shui, the money tree is a plant that brings success, prosperity, and wealth. But few people are the ones who have the knowledge that this plant has an extra, natural health properties. This tree is said to be an indicator about people’s health. It is even believed that, when it begins to wither, it is because it is absorbing the negative energy carried by one of the people who lives in the home, usually when they are sick.
But, when the person recovers from the disease, the money tree is reborn and greens, beginning to look healthy. On an energetic level, there is a relationship between people and this incredible plant.
Properties of the Money Tree
In traditional medicine, a remedy with the juice of the leaves of this plant is widely used. This is due to its anti-inflammatory, antiviral, high flavonoid and bactericidal properties of crassula.
Crassula is a famous green competitor that, in medicinal properties, is compared to Aloe vera. And although it is established as a natural medicine, the use of crassula should only be externally and with caution. The reason for caution is that it has the ability to accumulate arsenic. However, in home plants, the capacity is reduced because the soil in which they grow is poor or no arsenic compared to wild plants from Africa or Asia.
Tripe: Of the money trees, its leaves are known to be applied on calluses. Although, oddly enough, “callus” is a very popular name by which this plant is known.
Before applying it, it is necessary to remove transparent fabric that has the surface of the leaf. Then, stick the leaf on the callus, secure it with a bandage or adhesive patch, and leave it overnight.
It can also be used in areas with burns, but yes, mild burns without blisters.
Bruises, cuts, and scrapes: With the leaves of the plant, make a porridge. Apply to the affected area of the skin. Then, secure it with a bandage.
When the porridge dries, after about two hours, carefully wipe off, apply more porridge, and change the bandage.
Herpes on the lips: With the juice of the leaves, you can treat herpes on the lips. How to do it? Squeeze the washed money tree leaf, squeeze out the juice, and apply the juice of the leaf to the area affected by herpes, you can apply it directly or soak some cotton ball or cotton swab and fix it on the affected area.
Insect bites: Another use we can give to the juice of the leaves of the money tree is by applying it to insect bites. Perform this action every two hours. This reduces inflammation and makes the bite go away quickly.
Acne: Thanks to the anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. This plant helps to disappear acne, an unpleasant problem for all people who suffer from it.
If acne is just appearing, and you have only small rashes, it is more than enough to clean the problem area with the juice of the plant that is freshly squeezed. This is a procedure that, when applied at night, is more effective.
Contraindications
Despite having so many positive properties, the use of the money tree has its own contraindications. The juice and tincture of this plant is not recommended for use by breastfeeding women, pregnant women, or for children under 12 years of age.
If you use it responsibly and correctly, it is a beautiful plant with which you will not only decorate your apartment, but it will also give you wonderful health benefits.
The main thing is to follow the recommendations regarding its use to the letter. And don’t forget to take into account the contraindications.