One of the oldest medicinal plants, which was mentioned in the ancient Russian chronicles, was the root kolgan. Its wonderful healing properties were written in epics. It was he who helped the Russian heroes cope with ailments after heavy battles. The popularity of this plant has not become less in our days. Until now, traditional medicine has successfully used gang root for the treatment of many diseases. This plant has many names: galangal, alpinia, galanga, etc.
Kolganov root
This plant belongs to the ginger family, the Chinese island of Hainan is considered its homeland. And it was from China that he came to us in Russia, and then spread throughout Europe. There, this plant has long been called the "Russian root." Kolganov root resembles ginger in its appearance, and the upper part of the plant is very similar to reeds. Its shoots reach a meter and a half in length, and the width of the leaves is about thirty centimeters. Initially, kolgan root was used as a seasoning. It was added to mead, sbitnits, jelly, gingerbread, etc. In China, it is the basis of the popular first dish "Tom Yam". For medical purposes, use a plant that has reached the age of five. The roots are dug up, thoroughly washed, peeled and cut into longitudinal strips. Then it is dried in the sun. Ready root is very wrinkled. The color of dried kolgan is dark brown with a red tint, and the flesh is a bright orange tint. Why is this root so valued?
Kolgan: properties and chemical composition
Its composition includes starch, thiamine, gum, flavonoids, camperin, essential oil, which contains cineol and eugenol. According to the anti-inflammatory properties of collans, the root is not inferior to penicillin and aspirin. But how to use it?
Kolgan root: application
In addition to the anti-inflammatory effect, this plant is known for hemostatic, expectorant and sedative properties. Kolganov root is effective in the treatment of many liver diseases: cholecystitis and inflammation of the biliary tract. It is also successfully used in the treatment of stomach ulcers and duodenal ulcers. Ointments prepared on the basis of this plant help to cope with frostbite, cracks and eczema. With purulent, long non-healing wounds, lotions with decoction of it are used. Still root gangs are used as an aid in the treatment of tuberculosis. It is worth noting that very often they use the so-called “clone” of the Kolgan - a plant that is very similar in appearance to it. It is also called "wild kolgan" or "kolgan-grass." Many people do not even suspect that this "fake" has nothing to do with a real plant. And so you should not expect from her such a powerful healing effect.
Kolganov root: contraindications
This plant has some contraindications for use. People suffering from low acidity of the stomach, poor blood coagulation, hypertension, it is undesirable to use inside any medications prepared on the basis of this plant. An overdose can cause vomiting, diarrhea, headaches. Use the gifts of nature, but before that, be sure to consult a doctor.