Almost everyone has these orange flowers in their garden: but people have no idea what they can do… I put them in the windows and in front of the door!
They are also called garafias, African or stink bugs because of their characteristic specific odor , which is due to the sulfur derivatives they contain.
It has about 50 species, which vary in height, flower shape and color from yellow, orange to brownish red and their various combinations.
It blooms from June until the first frosts.
The leaves are dark green , wavy or multi-lobed. In the garden it is not only decorative, but also very useful. And not just for the garden, but for you too!
Axamelons are an excellent alternative for those who want to use fewer chemicals in the garden and are looking for natural ways to protect crops and scare away pests.
The plant disinfects the soil, repels harmful insects, especially nematodes, which seriously affect strawberry, onion, carrot or soil crops. Ground control.
It is worth planting the flowers directly in the garden.
In addition to repelling pests, these flowers attract pollinating insects and thus increase the fertility of zucchini, peas, cucumbers, tomatoes. .
Aksamentica is also one of the most powerful natural aphid repellents.
Also for pots
I also grow axamentica in pots and put it on windows and on the terrace.
Few people know that this plant is one of the most powerful mosquito repellents, and it also has a very beautiful and decorative appearance.
Few people know that these flowers are also tremendously beneficial for our health.
My grandmother taught me its miraculous power.
For example, ordinary tea from this flower was always on the table when we had a tummy ache on vacation at my grandmother’s house.
For digestion it is unsurpassed, but even more useful than pouring boiling water over it is to mix it with ordinary oil.
Just grate and add oil – it’s wonderful for your joints.
This “stench” effect, as I call this plant, will be especially appreciated by those who suffer from rheumatism or have pain in the joints and bones (after the age of 60, that is, probably everyone).
All you have to do is pick these flowering orange blossom heads and pour ordinary cooking oil over them .
I use a proportion of 1 part flowers to 3 parts oil.
Leave to infuse for 3 weeks.
The oil is used for rubbing and massaging sore joints , bones and muscles.
If you want even faster pain relief, also add a decoction of the flowers to the bath.
Pick the flowers at night and soak them in water overnight.
The next day, put on the heat, bring to a boil and pour into the bath (you can strain it, or add it with the flowers).
Expels diseases and flies from the house
B Abby always said that this flower would banish both illness and unwanted inhabitants of the room. <And it wasn’t far from the truth.
Velvets are actually very useful in the interior, they have antibacterial and antiviral properties. Its aroma will reliably scare away even flies from your room.
To get rid of lice, use velvet leaf oil, which is rubbed into your hair and left on for 20 minutes.
Next, rinse your hair with a decoction of flowers. This method has been very successful in the past!
With an upset stomach
The plant contains essential oils that act against molds and candidiasis.
Healers use this infusion to relieve hangovers.
Mild psychedelic effects are also attributed to it. It is also a diuretic and helps against constipation.
You will also appreciate them in the kitchen!
The velvet flower is edible and its sweet flavor is reminiscent of anise.
If you add some of them to a salad or sauce, you will conjure up a unique oriental flavor.
In coastal countries they are also used in soups and fruit salads.
Don’t throw away the dried flowers, you will have a base for next year’s flower bed.
Seal the dried seeds in a jar and place it in a cool, dark place.
Plant them in April so that the young shoots are not destroyed by the last frosts. You can grow them in pots, where you have the advantage that the young plants will not be eaten by slugs.