Golden root is one of the most famous medicinal plants. It can be used in a wide variety of pathologies. The main thing is to consult with your doctor to avoid health problems.
Morphological description of the golden root
The rhizome of the plant is horizontal, powerful, bronze in color with thin adventitious roots. At the break, the root is white, it has a bitter-astringent taste, it has a special aroma, which is similar to the smell of a rose. Most often, the plant has about 10-15 erect stems up to 40 cm in height. Rarely enough there is only one stem.
The leaves are located on the stems, the shape is oblong ovate or pointed, toothed upper part.
Flowering plants fall in June or July, in August it reaches maturity. The inflorescences of pink rhodiola are multi-flowered, thyroid, and the flowers are yellow. This erect green plant can be propagated either by seed or vegetatively.
Features of collection, harvesting and breeding
For the future, you need to prepare the root of Rhodiola rosea of about 3-4 years. To hold the event is best in the period from late July to September. The roots are dug, washed from the ground in cool water. Cut the rhizomes need to pieces up to 10 cm, then dry in a dryer at a temperature of 50 degrees. The finished raw materials at the fracture will be pinkish or white. If the root is a brown shade on a fracture, then it cannot be used because such blanks lose their beneficial properties. Store raw materials in canvas bags in a dark place for a maximum of 3 years.
Usually plants reproduce by seed. They are planted in November or in winter in a box with nutrient soil, provide good ventilation for seed germination. At the bottom of the box should put claydite.
The soil must be pre-moistened with a weak solution of potassium permanganate, slightly compacted, on top of the soil to distribute the seeds, sprinkle them lightly with a layer of about 2 mm. After that, a container with future plants covered with film and sent to the balcony.
In March, the boxes with Rhodiola are transferred to a warm, illuminated place. After 2 days you can expect the appearance of sprouts. When two true leaves appear on the stem of a plant, it is possible to transplant the plant. You can also carry out the reproduction of plants aged at least two years with the division of the rhizome into two parts. Then it is necessary to plant the separated plants, leaving the kidneys on the surface, in the prepared holes with humus, and from above fill it with compost.
The composition of the golden root
The golden root contains more than 100 useful elements. These include:
- Phenols and their derivatives - tyrosol and salidroside. They strengthen the circulatory system, help protect vessels from narrowing, prevent the oxidation of harmful cholesterol.
- Carbohydrates, such as glucose, sucrose and fructose, are necessary for energy metabolism.
And also includes:
- Malic acid normalizes the digestive tract, improves the condition of blood vessels.
- Succinic acid reduces uric acid levels and stimulates insulin production.
- Citric acid increases appetite and activates immunity.
- Terpenoids increase the resistance of tissues to damage.
- Flavonoids. They help to reduce the permeability of blood vessels, normalize blood pressure, heart rate, are also involved in the formation of bile.
- Glycosides. These substances are characterized by cardiotonic action, normalize the work of the cardiovascular system, have a calming effect.
- Trace elements: silver, manganese, zinc, which is involved in the vital processes of the body.
- Coumarins. Possess antitumor, anticoagulant action. They affect the genetic apparatus of the tumor, inhibit the ability of cells to form metastases.
- Essential oil. It has a bactericidal, anti-inflammatory, analgesic effect.
- Tannins. They are necessary for the formation of a protective film, proteins that have a bactericidal effect.
- Alkaloids. This substance is characterized by antispasmodic, analgesic, sedative effect.
- Sterols. Necessary to reduce cholesterol, strengthen the cardiovascular system, increase immunity.
- Aromatic compounds: ruzavin, ruined, brown alcohol. A positive effect on the work of the central nervous system.
- The aerial part of the plant is saturated with phenols, phenol carbonic acids, tannins and flavonoids.
Useful properties of Rhodiola Rosea
Golden root is characterized by the following beneficial properties:
powerful antioxidant and adaptogen;- protection of the body against the development of oncological diseases, prevention of tumor metastasis;
- high blood pressure;
- improving heart function;
- the fight against pathogenic microorganisms;
- anti-inflammatory effect;
- biliary excretion;
- stop bleeding;
- recovery of the body after overwork;
- firming action;
- increase the body's resistance to the influence of adverse factors;
- stimulation of the central nervous system;
- preservation of the energy potential of the brain at a high level;
- improving cognitive functions;
- accelerating wound healing.
powerful antioxidant and adaptogen;Scientific research
In 1961, scientists conducted an expedition, during which they managed to find plants in the taiga of Gorny Altai. According to the study, the golden root was introduced into medicine and began to be applied in the form of a liquid extract, which had a stimulating effect.
Numerous studies have also been conducted to study the effect of the golden root. So, drugs based on it increase brain activity, improve cognitive functions. In addition, these drugs increase resistance to stress factors, improve memory.
It also reported on the positive effect of the drug based on this plant while eliminating the side effects of schizophrenia.
According to several studies, roseola pink improves physical performance. In the experiment, which was carried out on white rats, a decrease in the rate of glycolysis, the amount of lactic acid in the muscles with preservation of a higher level of phospholipids in the liver, as well as a decrease in blood sugar after two hours of swimming in individuals who received the drug were recorded.
The possibility of using the golden root as a hepatoprotector is also being considered. In animals, scientists were able to prove the effectiveness of the use of this tool for liver damage.
Application features
Rhodiola rosea is a powerful adaptogen that has a visible effect after the first use. However, daily to take drugs based on it is impossible. Continuous stimulation of the body, even with herbal remedies, can have the opposite effect.
Therefore, before using it is necessary to consult with experts. Rhodiola is used in many pathologies, characterized by a wide range of pharmacological properties. The most common indications for admission:
poor appetite;- metabolic problems;
- mental or physical fatigue;
- neurosis and asthenic condition after illness;
- inflammatory processes;
- allergic reaction;
- reduced visual acuity;
- poor hearing;
- cancer pathology;
- bone fractures;
- menorrhagia;
- gynecological pathology;
- early menopause;
- impotence;
- late puberty;
- toothache and headache;
- diabetes;
- conjunctivitis;
- angina;
- diarrhea;
- wounds, skin lesions, boils.
poor appetite;Often this plant is used for impotence, against many diseases of the female reproductive system. Preparations based on the golden root strengthen the work of the sex glands, stimulate the ovaries, are used in the treatment of early menopause. The plant also has a positive effect on potency - its effectiveness is higher than that of ginseng root. It has also been proven that golden root enhances the effect of cytostatics, which cause necrosis of cancer cells. As a result of taking this drug, the shell, nucleus, and parts of cells are destroyed, which leads to their death.
Application in cosmetology
This plant has found its application in cosmetology. The extract of the golden root has a positive effect on fading, sensitive skin, improves its condition. The rich composition allows the use of golden root extract to increase resistance to adverse factors.
Cosmetics with gold root have the following useful properties
- normalize metabolic processes;
- improve energy metabolism;
- accelerate the recovery of the skin;
- increase the protective function of the skin;
- slow down the aging process.
The most popular cosmetics based on the golden root: face creams "Clean Line", "Grandmother Agafi Recipes" and "Nature Siberika."
Pharmaceutical preparations with a golden root
This plant has been used in official medicine - many drugs and dietary supplements are actively used in the treatment of diseases and their prevention.
Most Popular:
- Rhodiola liquid extract. This tool is indicated for fatigue, dystonia of hypotonic type. It is recommended to use the plant in the period of recovery from severe infectious pathologies, during periods of overstrain, as well as a means to prevent ARVI during epidemics.
- Rhodiola plus. This dietary supplement is recommended to improve the tone, performance, to increase resistance to adverse environmental factors.
- Visa Rhodiola rosea (extract capsules). Herbal complex, which contains gold root and vitamin C. The product is characterized by a stimulating, tonic effect. It is recommended to take it to improve the physical, mental state, restore health after prolonged pathologies. It is also used in sports - taken before workouts, which will allow you to recover as quickly as possible after exercise.
- Rhodiola root. This is a dry vegetable raw material used for the preparation of water or alcohol decoctions, tinctures. Characterized by a stimulating effect.
Folk recipes with Rhodiola rosea
In folk medicine, preparations from this plant have long been used in many pathologies.
Tincture on vodka for hypotension
Take 50 g of dry plant root, chop, pour 400 ml of vodka. Leave in the dark for two weeks, periodically shake. Ready tincture need to filter. Take 25 drops 3 times a day for half an hour before meals. It is advisable to start reception with 5 drops, gradually bringing the volume to the above.
Tincture on the root
Used for colds, nerve pathologies, diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.
Take 10 g of roots, chop, pour 200 ml of boiling water. Leave for 4 hours to infuse, then strain. Take 100 ml 3 times a day. This tool can be used externally as an effective wound-healing agent for cuts, wounds, and gargling for sore throat.
Decoction
It improves the functioning of the heart, thyroid gland, blood vessels, helps with diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, impotence, normalizes the level of glucose in the blood. It can also be used to eliminate headaches and toothaches. Take 20 g of roots, chop, pour 0.5 liters of boiling water, hold on low heat for 10 minutes. Leave on the stove until the decoction has cooled, strain. Take 50 ml 3 times a day.
Tonic decoction
This tool has a stimulating effect on the central nervous system - it is many times greater than the effect of black tea and coffee. Therefore, it is not recommended to take it every day, but only if necessary. Take one teaspoon of chopped root, cover with one liter of water, boil for 10 minutes and leave to stand for an hour in a warm place. Take 400-600 ml per day, but no later than 4 hours before bedtime. Additionally, you can add sugar or honey to the broth.
Collection to strengthen the immune system
Take 20 g of the roots of rhodiola and zamanihi, rosehips. Also add there 15 g hawthorn fruit, dry nettle, 10 g Hypericum herb. Mix everything, take one tablespoon of the collection and pour a glass of boiling water, then put for 10 minutes on minimal heat. Leave to infuse for 4 hours, strain. The resulting volume is diluted with 200 ml of boiling water. Take 50-70 ml 3 times a day.
Tincture from anemia, diseases of the female reproductive system
It also helps with age-related collapse, impotence, liver disease and diabetes. Take 100 g of chopped root, pour 400 mg of high-quality vodka. Put in a dark place for a week. Take 30 drops 3 times a day for half an hour before meals.
Collection from colds and disorders of the gastrointestinal tract
In equal parts, take the pink radiogram, bergenia, leaves of strawberry, black currant, raspberry, St. John's wort flowers, thyme. All mix, 3 tablespoons of the dry collection pour one liter of boiling water and leave for an hour. To taste you can add honey or sugar. Take 1-2 glasses during the day.
Contraindications and side effects
Like any folk remedy, the golden root has its own contraindications, which include:
- hypertensive crisis;
- severe pathology of the central nervous system and cardiovascular system;
- post-influenza encephalitis;
- children's age up to 14 years;
- pregnancy and breastfeeding;
- severe nervous irritability;
- fever
Also, you should not take any drugs based on it in case of individual intolerance. Side effects may also occur if the dosage is exceeded. In rare cases, effects such as:
- insomnia;
- overexcitement;
- headache;
- irritability.
In women during menopause, preparations based on the golden root can cause a sharp increase or decrease in pressure. If any side effects occur, treatment with these agents should be stopped immediately.
