An ornamental plant with pronounced protective abilities against electrical emissions is the Dreamland cactus Epiphyllum. Its healing properties are not limited to this. It effectively copes with the symptoms of multiple diseases of the heart, skin, genitourinary system and other pathologies.
In addition, this plant looks great on the windowsill and decorates the interior. And some gourmets prefer to eat dishes from this type of cactus. It is also worth noting that the juice from Epiphyllum Dreamland perfectly eliminates the symptoms of a hangover.
Cactus Epiphyllum Dreamland: photo, description of the plant
The genus Epiphyllum is part of
the Cactus family, in the tribe of the Glycereus. South America is considered the birthplace of this plant. Although some experts say that the cactus Epiphyllum Dreamland was discovered for the first time in Africa. A photo of this plant or, more precisely, its image is found on memorials of the Mayan and Aztec tribes.
Features of Dreamland Epiphyllum Cactus:
- its stem is long, flat, gray-green;
- there are few thorns on it or they are completely absent;
- flowers are large, located on the tops of stems of various shades (bright orange, pink, burgundy, white-cream, red);
- some hybrids of this cactus have a strong pleasant aroma.
The flowering period of a plant is summer, and in some cases winter or fall. They are revealed both at night and during the day.
An interesting characteristic of this cactus should be noted: its stem is modified, and there are no leaves.
Brief information about the cultivation of plants
The cactus Epiphyllum Dreamland, whose medicinal properties were still known to the Mayan and Aztec tribes , was used by the latter as a therapeutic agent and as a food product.
Only in the 16th century did this plant enter the Old World. On the territory of Russia, this cactus appeared in the reign of Peter I.
For the first time, the genus Cactus Epiphyllum Dreamland was described by Andrian Haworth in 1812. Then the name of this plant was leafocactus or phylloctactus. The word “epiphyllum” from Greek was translated as “epi” - from above and “phyllus” - a leaf.
Cactus Epiphyllum Dreamland: views
It should be noted that breeders in this direction have worked honestly: more than 200 species of the above cactus are known.
Some more common of Epiphyllum:
- jagged;
- broadleaf;
- scaly;
- angular;
- phyllanthus.
An interesting feature of the species of this plant: some of them fit freely in a teaspoon, while others reach a height of more than 25 meters.
Cactus application
Epiphyllum Dreanland is applied:
- as a decorative decoration;
- as a remedy in alternative medicine;
- in the food industry.
To decorate the decor, most often people contain these cacti at home.
As for the use of the plant in the cooking process, it should be noted that on its basis excellent drinks, desserts, candied fruits with a rather interesting and unusual taste are obtained.
In addition, some foodies eat it fried or even eat it raw.
Cactus Epiphyllum Dreamland: healing properties
This plant has quite strong healing powers. Properties of Dreamland Epiphyllum Cactus:
- blocks electromagnetic radiation (from computers or televisions);
- has a diuretic effect;
- promotes healing of wounds on the skin of a person;
- acts as a hemostatic agent.
Fresh cactus juice:
- helps with symptoms of a hangover;
- eliminates a headache;
- restores the strength of the body;
- improves metabolism;
- strengthens and tones the body;
- has an antibacterial effect;
- prevents the development of anti-inflammatory processes;
- acts as a decongestant.
Indications for cure for Epiphyllum Dreamland
Alternative medicine specialists strongly recommend this plant to be used to treat the following diseases:
- digestive upset;
- heart problems and its systems;
- neurological diseases;
- hypotension;
- diseases of the genitourinary system (urinary incontinence, frequent urination);
- BPH;
- liver disease
- diabetes;
- skin diseases and wounds;
- rheumatism;
- joint pain.
This list is far from complete where the Dreamland Epifillum cactus is used. The medicinal properties of this plant are mainly aimed at restoring the forces of the body, both during the past diseases and after them. This plant is a protective barrier from the effects of natural and electromagnetic.
Treatment cactus Epiphyllum Dreamland: folk recipes
Alternative medicine offers the following methods of preparing medicinal products based on the above plants:
- Lotions for skin diseases: take two parts of cactus juice and one part of horseradish bark juice, mix. A bandage or cotton wool is moistened in this liquid and applied every three hours to the affected area.
- For problems with the gastrointestinal tract mix half a glass, finely twisted in a meat grinder, the stems of this plant with the same amount of wine and sugar. Insist 24 hours. Alternative medicine experts advise using the resulting infusion before meals twice a day in a tablespoon.
- As a diuretic, the pulp of the above plant is used. It is taken in the amount of 3 teaspoons and poured with two glasses of water. When this mixture lasts about 12 hours, it must be filtered and consumed in several sips throughout the day.
- Dreamland cactus pulp is also used to eliminate joint pain. Spikes are cut from it, and then rubbed into sore spots. Next, you should cover the treated area with a compress and wrap it well.
Cactus Epiphyllum Dreamland: how to care for a plant at home
Such a plant is easy to grow at home on the windowsill. It is only necessary to provide him with normal living conditions.
Dreamland Cactus Epiphyllum needs bright lighting. If it is put in place, which is in partial shade, the plant may soon fade and turn yellow. In summer, it is advisable that direct sunlight does not fall on it. In addition, the plant prefers fresh air at this time.
The favorable temperature for the cactus ranges from 20 to 25 degrees Celsius. This is in the spring and summer. But in winter, this figure can be slightly underestimated. The lowest possible temperatures for such a plant are 10-15 degrees Celsius.
Epiphyllum prefers moderate watering. The soil should always be moist. For watering, it is recommended to use water at room temperature.
As for air humidity, the plant in this direction is unpretentious. Only in the summer you need to spray it a little.
Of particular importance for the cactus Epiphyllum Dreamland is pruning. After several years, it is necessary to remove old shoots, as they lose their ability to bloom over time.
Possible difficulties:
- direct rays of the sun leave burns on the stems of the plant;
- Too low temperature in the room leads to the wilting of this cactus.
In case of flower diseases such as aphids, mealybugs and spider mites, the plant must be treated with systemic insecticides and remove damage with a stick dipped in alcohol.
Cactus Epiphyllium Dreamland is an interesting ornamental plant with quite pronounced healing abilities. It is desirable to keep it at home for everyone who works at a computer or watches TV for a long time, since the function of a protective barrier against electrical emissions is its main property.