The efficacy and effects of bougainvillea and the side effects of bougainvillea

Bougainvillea is a beautiful ornamental plant. It is a climbing plant, especially suitable for home cultivation. The flowers of this plant are brightly colored, the flowering period is particularly long, and the ornamental value is extremely high. It is the most popular ornamental flower in life. Bougainvillea not only has a beautiful appearance, it also has certain medicinal effects, but people should also pay attention to its side effects when using it.

The efficacy and function of bougainvillea

1. Decorative effect

Decorating and beautifying the environment are important functions of bougainvillea, because this plant can bloom twice a year, and its flowering period is particularly long, the bracts are particularly large, the flowers are beautiful and generous, the colors are bright, and the fragrance is attractive. Coupled with its green leaves as a backdrop, it looks particularly beautiful. Placing it indoors can play an obvious decorative role.

2. Purify the air

Bougainvillea will constantly breathe during the growth process. When breathing, it will absorb harmful gases such as carbon dioxide, formaldehyde, methanol in the air, convert them into oxygen, and release them into the air. This can reduce the harm of harmful gases to the human body and make the indoor air purer and fresher.

3. Activate blood circulation and remove blood stasis

Bougainvillea not only has a beautiful appearance, but its leaves can also be used as medicine. It has the important effects of promoting blood circulation, removing blood stasis, reducing swelling and relieving pain. When people accidentally get injured, they can take the fresh green leaves of bougainvillea, mash them into a paste, and then apply it to the injured area. After using the medicine, the symptoms of blood stasis, swelling and pain can be significantly relieved.

4. Activate blood circulation and regulate menstruation

Promoting blood circulation and regulating menstruation are also the main effects of bougainvillea as medicine. It has obvious therapeutic effects on female menstrual disorders, abdominal pain during menstruation, and amenorrhea. During treatment, the petals of bougainvillea need to be harvested, air-dried, boiled in water, and then taken. Adding an appropriate amount of brown sugar for seasoning will make its effect of promoting blood circulation and regulating menstruation more outstanding.

Side effects of bougainvillea

Bougainvillea is also a toxic substance, so people must be careful when taking it. If taken in excess, it will cause abdominal pain, diarrhea, and in severe cases, blood in the stool. These are side effects that cannot be ignored when taking bougainvillea.