The powers of nature are more than welcome in many areas, especially when it comes to health and well-being . When designing environments, there is much talk about the advantages of using species to purify the air and attract positive energy, but, in addition to this, there are also many plants with medicinal powers that are highly recommended for the home. Below, we have selected 8 plants to grow at home that have healing powers and are also great for using their leaves to make tea. Check them out!

Mint

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[/caption] Mint is a widely used medicinal plant and is very present in Brazilian homes, both for its healing power and its fresh and pleasant aroma . It has a calming and expectorant effect , which also contributes to the treatment of flu. Cultivation is quite simple: it does not require much space and adapts to different climatic conditions . Ideally, it should be placed in an environment with plenty of sunlight.

Boldo

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[/caption] Boldo is one of the most famous herbal plants that can be used to prevent or even treat diseases. It has diuretic, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties , which help in the treatment of diseases such as gastritis. To plant, full sun and water are enough to care for and have the species at home.

Aloe Vera

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[/caption] Aloe vera , also known as aloe vera, is a plant from North Africa that is very popular in Brazil. Rich in magnesium, potassium, vitamin C and iodine , it contains substances that help combat fungi that cause ringworm, dandruff and other diseases that compromise the health of the skin and hair. Aloe vera can be grown in large pots with holes to release water flow. The preference is for a well-drained soil with soil, sand and fertilizer.

Chamomile

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[/caption] Chamomile tea is one of the most famous and appreciated teas in Brazil. It has several benefits, including helping you sleep and acting as a calming, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and much more. In addition to all these health benefits, chamomile is a beautiful and delicate plant , perfect for creating different environments. [caption id="attachment_120683" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Canela

[/caption] Cinnamon is a highly aromatic spice widely used in recipes, but it also has phytotherapeutic potential . The most common use of cinnamon is to treat inflammation , such as sore throats, but there are studies that indicate its effectiveness in preventing cardiovascular diseases, cancer and diabetes. Cinnamon requires a complex cultivation process, ideally you should have a space – even a small garden in the garden – to plant it. In addition, it is important to protect the seeds from sunlight and to always keep the soil fertilized.

Lemongrass

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[/caption] Lemongrass has excellent antioxidant properties and helps relieve pain such as colic, muscle pain and headaches. It also helps reduce swelling thanks to its diuretic properties. Lemongrass should be grown in a deeper pot to preserve moisture. Ideally, it should be left in full sunlight for at least four hours every day.

Anise

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[/caption] Fennel is a plant used for various complications: gastritis, abdominal bloating, indigestion, gas, headaches, among other illnesses. It is also a very aromatic species and can be used in the preparation of various recipes . The ideal is to grow fennel in a warmer region, and the plant usually sprouts annually or biannually.

Lemon balm

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[/caption] Lemon balm is especially helpful for digestive problems, as it also has calming and sedative properties. For this reason, it is recommended for stomach problems, anxiety and stress . The advantage of cultivating this species is that it adapts well to any season of the year. The important thing is to leave a space of at least 3 cm between the seeds. It is also ideal to leave it in an environment that receives sunlight for at least four hours a day. [april-see-also]W3siaWQiOjEyMDQ1MywidGl0bGUiOiJBcyA1IG1lbGhvcmVzIGZsb3JlcyBwYXJhIGN1bHRpdmFyIG5hIHZhcmFuZGEhIn0seyJpZCI6MTIwMDY0LCJ0aXRsZSI6IjEzIHBlcmZpcyBxdWUgdG9kbyBhcGFpeG9uYWRvIHBvciBwbG FudGFzIGRldmVyaWEgc2VndWlyIG5vIEluc3RhZ3JhbSJ9LHsiaWQiOjExOTYyOSwidGl0bGUiOiJQbGFudGFzIGRhIHNvcnRlOiA3IGVzcCYjeEU5O2NpZXMgcGFyYSB0cmF6ZXIgZGluaGVpcm8gZSBwcm9zcGVyaWRhZGUifV0=[/april-see-also] [newsletter news_id="51" news_title="" news_description=""][/newsletter]

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