Alfalfa is very valuable and sufficientworldwide widespread high protein perennial culture. It is cultivated in the southern middle zone of Russia, in Africa and in Eurasia as a fodder plant. In the wild, it can grow in the Balkans and in Asia - mainly on forest edges, dry meadows, grassy slopes, pastures, in steppes and river valleys.
Crescent-shaped alfalfa (Falcata) is a speciesThe name of the plant, which is given in the form of its fruit. The folk name is Healer, Dawn, Medunka and Vyazil. The scientific name (Medicago) of this genus was obtained at the place where the plant was first discovered (the ancient country of Media), from where it fell into Greece.
Alfalfa sowing: description
Herbaceous perennial plant that canreach a height of 100 cm. Alfalfa sowing has a thick stem and well-developed lateral roots. The powerful root system of alfalfa significantly improves the soil structure, increases its permeability, breathability, and also contributes to the accumulation of humus. Perennial species of this plant form small numerous tubers in the ground, from which young bushes later develop.
Alfalfa has stalks with four edges,branched and hollow. Its leaves are trifoliate, complex, with oblong or elliptical leaves. The inflorescence is represented as an elongated brush, loose, with purple or blue flowers in the form of moths. In hybrids of this species, flowers can be of any color, from violet to yellow. Alfalfa bloom begins in June - July. Fruits are spirally twisted beans. The seeds are quite hard, in the form of buds, have a brown color.
Alfalfa: application
Lucerne is called the ancestor of food on earth.Experts in the field of herbal medicine consider it an excellent source of mineral elements and vitamins. For medical purposes, only the aboveground part of the plant is used. Harvested alfalfa during its flowering. The grass is dried under canopies in the open air, laying a uniform layer of up to three centimeters.
Alfalfa is rich in carbohydrates, ketones,organic acids, higher fatty acids, glycides, triterpinoids, steroids, essential oils, calcium, magnesium, iron, fluorine, potassium, silicon, chlorine, sodium, manganese, phosphorus, alkaloids, asparagine, comestrol, estrogen, glyphol, octopus, melamine, phosphorus, alkaloids, asparagine, comestrol, estrogen, fructose, melon, calcium, manganese . Saponins, stigmasterol, tocopherols, phenol carboxylic acids, triasontanol, amino acids, anthocyanins, carbohydrates, vitamins K, C, B1, B12, B2, E, carotene, pantothenic acid and even D2 and DZ vitamins found in plants are found in it.
Medicines that includeAlfalfa seed grass has an extensive effect. They contribute to the normalization of metabolism, positively affect the thyroid gland, improve the condition of the circulatory system, increase hemoglobin and lower cholesterol, as well as prevent rickets and strengthen bones.
In addition, the use of alfalfa enhances immunity, regulates the function of the pituitary gland (brain appendage) and has an antitumor effect.
Люцерна укрепляет организм при различных diseases, especially after operations and during recovery. It is an excellent diuretic. Due to the active compounds in its composition, alfalfa has a powerful anti-inflammatory effect in tuberculosis, arthritis and fungal diseases.
Alfalfa grass is rich in vitamin K, whichprevents hemorrhages and bleeding. It is widely used in hemorrhagic syndrome. A high content of fluoride in alfalfa prevents tooth decay.
Also, alfalfa is recommended for ischemic disease.heart, obesity, colds, diseases of the joints, anemia, bronchial asthma, diabetes, dysfunction of the pancreas and thyroid glands.
