Arruda is a medicinal plant, popularly known for scaring the evil eye, which has an effect under blood vessels, cysts and can be used as an insecticide.
Its scientific name is Ruta graveolens and can be easily bought in natural products stores and handling pharmacies.
What is rue?
The rue serves to strengthen the blood vessels, being great in the treatment of varicose veins. In addition, it is a powerful insecticide and vermifuge, combating lice, fleas, scabies and worms. It also helps to treat rheumatic pains, increases menstruation, headache, ulcers, helps in the treatment of cysts.
Properties of rue
The properties of rue include its analgesic, antiasthmatic, antiepileptic, anti-inflammatory, antirheumatic, soothing, febrile, vermifuge and fortifying action.
Rust Use Mode
The used parts of the rue are its leaves and flowers.
- Rinse tea: Put a cup of water in a pan and, when it boils, put out the fire. Add 1 handful of the dried rue leaves. Let stand for 30 minutes, strain and drink the following.
Here are some indications of this plant:
- Rust tea for worms
- Home Remedy for Scabies
Side effects of rue
The side effects of rue include tremors, gastroenteritis, seizures, vomiting, abdominal pain, salivation and photosensitivity.
Contraindications of rue
The rue is contraindicated for pregnant women.
