Kalanchoe pinnata is a plant that has been used in many countries for its medicinal properties. Natural remedies, such as plants, offer a way to treat numerous health problems. Kalanchoe is commonly grown as a house plant which grows beautiful flowers. For supplementing, you can use either Kalanchoe juice or oil. Centuries of use in many countries has provided proof that the medicinal properties of Kalanchoe work well for many people.
Names and Taste
Kalanchoe pinnata also goes by many other names, including Bryophyllum pinnatum, parnabija, mother of thousands, air plant, wonder of the world, hoja del aire, never dead and oliwa ka kahakai. The taste of Kalanchoe is something you might have to get used to. It is rather bland, yet a bit sour.
Functions
Kalanchoe is an anti-inflammatory, meaning that it helps with swelling, and it is hemostatic, meaning it cleans heat and toxins out of the blood and also helps to stop bleeding. It has been used as a Western medicinal plant, as well as in China, Hawaii, India and in other parts of the world.
Digestive, ENT and Respiratory Uses
Kalanchoe has been used to treat various digestive problems, including blood in the vomit. It is also used to treat ulcers in the stomach and to help stimulate the intestines. Respiratory uses include treating head colds with a poultice made from it, and coughing up blood as sometimes happens with pneumonia. Kalanchoe is also used to treat many ear, nose and throat (ENT) problems, including tonsillitis, sinus problems and ear aches.
Infections and Bacterial Uses
Kolanchoe has been used to treat infections such as mastitis, boils, ear infections, and other infections. It can be used to treat bacteria, and is considered to be a good anti-bacterial plant. It has been used on cuts, and wounds which may have become infected as preventive medicine, as well as being used as a disinfectant.
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