What is it used for and how is it prepared? It is very good to be able to count on the healing power of medicinal plants, even better is that new discoveries are made daily, or rather, rediscovered, since many of the plants that appear in the media today, have been known to our grandparents for a long time.
Quassia is one of those plants, have you heard? The name may seem a bit strange, but we may have seen this plant somewhere and don’t remember it. The fact is that many studies have been carried out with it, which showed that this medicinal plant is effective in the treatment of many diseases, including malaria, cancer, rosacea and diabetes.
So, let’s learn what plant it is, what are its medicinal properties and how to use it.
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What plant is this?
Quassia (Quassia amara L.) belongs to the Simaroubaceae family, it is a shrub native to northern Brazil, mainly in the lower Amazon region. Also known as Quassia, Murubá, Pau Amargo and Quina de Cayenne, it is composed of alkaloids, terpenoids and coumarins, which makes it pharmacologically indicated as a tonic to treat stomach problems and whet the appetite.
Quassia grows as a large shrub 2 to 5 meters tall, with a thin, narrow crown. Its stem is not very thick and the most used part is the wood chips, but you can also use the leaves, depending on the case.
The quassia shrub has clusters of red flowers that are also widely used in landscaping.
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What is it for?
Several studies carried out with quasia in animals, showed relevant results in the treatment of various diseases, which led it to be considered a powerful antibiotic, with inhibitory capacity against bacteria, and it is still extremely effective in the treatment of the following diseases.
Anemia A Nigerian study has shown that the use of quasia increases the amount of red blood cells and hemoglobin, which is positive in the treatment of this type of problem.
Dermatitis An Argentine study showed that an ointment with only 4% quassia extract was more efficient than conventional drugs used for this purpose.
rosacea Another Argentine study showed that the same ointment had the same effects as conventional medicines, without any toxic effects.
stomach and intestinal problems Research conducted in Costa Rica showed that quasia bark and wood extracts had the ability to reduce the formation of gastric ulcers by increasing the coverage of the stomach and intestinal mucosa.
malaria A French study and a Nigerian study have shown that the extract of the leaves of the lieutenant has an inhibitory action on the development of Plasmodium.
Diabetes An Indian study showed that the use of the extract of the lieutenant bar had the ability to control glycemia and improve sugar tolerance in animals with type 2 diabetes, while improving obesity associated with the disease. A Brazilian study showed that quassia wood extract was able to normalize blood glucose levels in diabetic animals with the same efficacy as metformin, a chemical drug for this problem.
Leukemia An American study has shown that some of the substances present in quasia act against the development of leukemia.
Cancer In a French study, it was shown that the lieutenant stick also has a powerful antitumor action, preventing the formation of tumors in various types of cancer, with effects as efficient as conventional chemotherapy.
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How quassia is prepared
Due to the medicinal properties of quassia, it can be used for various purposes, but to extract these benefits, it is advisable to use it as an infusion, decoction, extract, fluid extract, powder, tincture, elixir, wine or syrup. .
For therapeutic purposes, dried leaves, powder or oil are used. Here’s how to prepare:
How quasia is prepared for malaria Place 2 tablespoons of chopped quassia bark in a liter of water. Let it cook for about 10 minutes from the moment it starts to boil. After that time, remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes. Strain and it is ready to use. Take 2 to 3 cups a day.
How quasia is prepared for sarapion Place 6 tablespoons of quassia leaves in a liter of boiling water. Do baths in case of measles or lice.
How quassia is prepared for intestinal parasites Boil in 1/2 liter of water 2 tablespoons of quasia bark for 10 minutes. Apply in the form of edema to eradicate parasites.
How quasia is prepared for fever Boil 10 oz quassia bark in liter of water it contains for 10 minutes. Let cool and strain. Drink throughout the day or until the fever subsides.
How quassia is prepared to improve digestion Put in 1/2 liter of water or wine three grams of quasia in maceration for 15 days. Once these days have passed, drink a glass before or after the main meals.
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Quasia contraindications
Although quasia tea has no contraindications and is widely used, we recommend that you consult your doctor before using it to treat any of the health problems listed above.
Although it is very effective, any herbal medicine should not be used without consulting a professional.
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