The plant runny (Aegopodium) is one of the most common perennial representatives of the flora, the range of which covers the countries of Europe and Asia. In total, the genus has 8 species of herbaceous variations. The most famous among gardeners is considered to be the common white (Aegopodium podagraria), used as a melliferous, fodder and medicinal plant, containing a large amount of vitamins. Under natural conditions, shoots are able to fill forest and field lands, which makes it possible to classify the runny as a weedy grass, which is not easy to get rid of.
In cultural cultivation, variegated leafy is especially popular. Many gardeners prefer to cultivate this particular type of grass. Given the aggressive and rapid growth of a perennial, before starting planting, you should carefully study all aspects of its development and adhere to the advice of experienced gardeners. Let us consider in more detail the medicinal properties, the structure of dreaming and find out what value the plant is.
Description and characteristics of dream
The root system of the plant is designed in such a way that the main root is horizontal and spreads underground. The height of erect stems does not exceed one meter. Closer to the crown, the stem begins to branch. The leaf blades of the lower tier have an oblong shape and sharp edges. The length of the leaf is about 6-8 cm. The leaves, located in the upper part of the plant, are attached to the petioles and look smaller. One side of the plates is smooth to the touch, and the other is covered with a soft hair layer. The surface is streaked with feathery veins.
Complex umbellate inflorescences, consisting of 20-30 rays, are formed from small snow-white flowers. Umbrellas are capable of seed bearing, while lateral inflorescences are considered sterile. Ripe brown capsule with achenes is slightly flattened, has an elongated oval shape. As a rule, its size ranges from 4 mm.
Landing dream in open ground
Sowing
Sowing activities are carried out in the same way as other grasses are sown. The optimal time of the year for sowing dream seeds is spring or late autumn. The boundaries of the site, where it is planned to breed perennials in the future, must be clearly identified, otherwise the grass will quickly fill the neighboring plantings. For these purposes, they take sheets of slate and dig them in around the perimeter to a depth of at least 30 cm so that the active root system of dreaming cannot cross a limited area.
Ornamental runny seeds are sold at gardening stores. Seedlings can be purchased by visiting the annual agricultural fairs. Purchased seedlings are planted in plastic or metal containers. At the bottom, holes are made for the water drain. The containers are filled with a flower substrate, and then, together with the seedlings, they are dug into the flower bed.
Cultivation of dream
Snape grows well in areas shaded by trees and other vegetation. If you cultivate the grass in the sun, variegated greens will quickly lose their attractiveness.
The runny plant needs regular watering, and during the period of prolonged dry weather, the amount of moisture increases. However, do not be too zealous and keep the roots in the water. Sanitary pruning is also carried out periodically. Frozen, dry branches with signs of illness and deformation are removed. Greenery renewal is achieved by thoroughly cutting the grass at the root.
In order to preserve the decorativeness of the grass, it is important to monitor the development of flower stalks, since cultural crops of dream show a tendency to wild degeneration, if spontaneous scattering of seeds is not prevented in time. It is recommended to feed a site with poor and poorly nutritious soil with organic or mineral compounds in the spring or summer. In any case, fertilizing should be applied in moderation. Sneak demonstrates frost resistance. Some ornamental perennial varieties do without shelter and are able to withstand ambient air temperatures down to -39˚C.
Diseases and pests of sleep
Often, the crops of dreaming attack spider mites and eat aphids. Similar situations happen during a prolonged drought. A sign that a plant has been attacked by parasites is the twisting of the leaf blades. In the fight against insects, the treatment of seedlings with chemicals such as Actellik, Match or Aktar helps. Fungal infections that cause anthracnose or powdery mildew disease are considered no less dangerous. Fungicidal solutions of Skor, Horus, Maxim, Radomil Gold are effective medicinal preparations.
Types and varieties of sleepy with a photo
Decorative types of dreaming include:
Alpine runny (Aegopodium alpestre)
Medium-sized drought-resistant plant that started spreading in the regions of Central Asia. The inflorescences look like umbrellas, consisting of tiny snow-white flowers. The leaf blades are painted in a pale green tone.
Runny variegated (Aegopodium podagraria Variegatum)
Garden form of common dream with a wide light green border on the leaves.
The types of sleep described above practically do not show aggressive qualities, in contrast to ordinary sleep. This species has borrowed a number of properties from weed plants, therefore, it can fill both empty areas and healthy cultivated plantings nearby in a short time. However, these properties of the herb do not stop gardeners from breeding. They plant a perennial for its medicinal value.
Useful properties of dreaming
Healing properties
A number of useful substances necessary for the human body have been found in grass tissues. We are talking about the flavonoids kaempferol and quercitin, which are able to resist the activity of some dangerous viral and fungal infectious bacteria. The substances contained in sleep improve the elasticity of blood vessels and cure allergy symptoms.
Falcarindinol and falcarinol significantly reduce the risk of developing cancerous foci of the disease and successfully fight against fungal infections that have entered the body. It is also worth noting that the raw material contains a unique substance - apigenin. According to research by American scientists, this component can stop the development of tumor formations. The use of drugs with apigenin supplements can reduce the size of the tumor. Today, developments in the field of cancer treatment are still being carried out. Perhaps the substances found in dreams will form the basis for creating an innovative medicine for the next generation.
The juice obtained from the leaves of the herb fills cells with energy, strengthens the immune system, especially when it is depressed after the prolonged winter cold, and gives a person a boost of vigor for the whole day.Preparations made with the addition of sleepiness are used as prophylactic, anti-inflammatory, analgesic and medicinal agents to fight iron deficiency anemia, hypovitaminosis, rheumatism, gout, arthrosis and arthritis. Reception of sleepy has a beneficial effect on well-being and health in the spring, because at this time the body is acutely aware of the lack of vitamins and minerals.
Herbal decoctions are prescribed for use when they are faced with problems associated with the digestive tract, with inflammatory processes occurring in the gallbladder and kidneys, in order to accelerate the production of bile. Infusions cure bladder diseases and relieve swelling. The intake of plant materials affects thrombus formation. As a result, blood clots dissolve, and the blood circulation process is normalized. The wide spectrum of action of the components of the dream makes the herb an effective remedy for the treatment of diathesis rash and other fungal infections.
Contraindications
The use of the plant is contraindicated for people with individual intolerance to substances. The rest of the reasons for restricting the intake of this raw material have not been established and have not yet been mentioned in official medical sources.
