Abrotano macho: properties, benefits and how to take it

The male bush ( Artemisia abrotanum L ) is also known by other names such as country bush, lemon balm, majo, bush, boxwood, mesariegas, green balsam, ether grass, ether, worm grass, worm or headed thyme.

The basement belongs to the Composite family and is originally from Europe, specifically Spain and Italy.

It is a shrub that usually measures between 50 and 130 cm high, with pinnate leaves and its flowers are yellow in color, they are grouped in clusters that hang and its flavor is reminiscent of lemon.

For medicinal uses the flowers and leaves are used

Medicinal properties of male abrotanum (Artemisia abrotanum L.)

The male abrótano has flavonoids, phenolic acids, caffeic, chlorogenic, hydroxycoumarins and abrotanins.

It has aperitive, tonic, menagogue, vermifuge, astringent and balsamic properties.

Benefits of male opener

Helps eliminate intestinal mucosa

Stimulates digestive processes improving slow and heavy digestions

It serves to expel intestinal parasites

It is recommended for gastritis

Improves canker sores or sores in the mouth

Stimulates the production and elimination of bile

Strengthens the liver and improves its functions

Accelerates wound healing

Improves cases of seborrheic dermatitis

Helps eliminate dandruff

It is used for difficult and painful periods

It fights alopecia , in fact it is one of the oldest natural remedies to combat hair loss

Its consumption is not recommended during pregnancy and lactation

How to take the male opener

The most common and simple thing is to take it as an infusion . You just have to add a teaspoon for each cup of water, add hot water, cover it and let it rest for 4 minutes.

It can also be prepared in tincture .

When an external use is to be made, the opener can be applied externally in compresses or plasters .

We can also make abrótano oil by leaving the flowers and leaves in a jar covered with oil for 5 weeks and then using it externally.