Bodyak ordinary (lat. Cirsium Vulgare) is an ordinary wild plant, found in the fields of Europe and Eurasia, where it grows on all sides of the roads, and in open fields. Because of his spikes, few would like to have it in their garden; However, its amazing inflorescence is very decorative, and it has interesting properties that cannot be ignored.
Appearance
This is a herbaceous plant belonging to the botanical family of complexcolored, which managed to naturalize in all moderate and warm regions of the world.
His life cycle is one- or two-year, depending on the climate, so its growth rate is very high. It can reach 2 meters in height, with slightly branched grayish-white or grayish-green stems covered with unicellular hairs.
The leaves are slightly fleshy, about 35 cm by 17 cm in size. Flowers blooming in the summer are collected in inflorescences in the form of heads.
Where it grows
Its growth and development are adapted to areas with moderate temperatures. This plant spontaneously grows in the countries of Mediterranean Europe and North Africa, where it has been used since ancient times. Currently, the cultivation of Bodyak is widespread in Europe.
Care
Bodyak does not require special care. In fact, this is grass. You can place it in a pot, in the garden, somewhere.
With this in mind, if you decide to grow a body, we recommend that you provide him with the following care:
Reproduction
Bodyak is propagated by seeds in the spring. To do this, they must be put in separate pots with a universal substrate, slightly deepening them, and, finally, putting the bed to the street, to the open sun. In a few days they will begin to sprout.
Planting or transplanting time
If you want to put it in the garden or transplant a larger pot, you must do it in the spring when the threat of frost passes.
Bodyak in food
It can be eaten. Bronomatological analysis shows the moderate content of carbohydrates, consisting mainly of inulin, such as soluble fiber, in addition to a slight contribution of proteins and fats. In general, the nutrients of the body of the body are not very significant, mainly due to the large amount of the water contained in it.
As for mineral salts, the body is released compared to other vegetables with an abundance of calcium and iron. However, despite their abundance, these minerals are not so well absorbed, because the fiber in it prevents absorption at the intestinal level. Therefore, the number of these minerals, provided by any similar plant, is incomparable with the amount provided by animal products (dairy, meat or fish). In addition, potassium, magnesium and sodium can be distinguished.
Potassium is a mineral necessary for the transfer and generation of nerve impulses and for normal muscle activity, in addition to interference in the water balance inside and outside the cell. Magnesium is associated with the work of the intestines, nerves and muscles, is part of the bones and teeth, increases immunity and has a slight laxative effect. Sodium plays an important role in the hydration of the body. It is necessary to transmit nerve impulses and muscle contraction.
The content of vitamins in it is diverse, and folates are released to a lesser extent vitamins E and C, although the latter in very small quantities compared to most vegetables.
However, Bodyak is known for its choleretic, hepatoprotective and diuretic properties, among other things, due to the content of zinarin and inulin, substances that are also contained in artichoke, vegetables of the same kind.
Thus, almost any part of the plant can be used to combat diseases, especially the liver. Fruits containing histamine and thyroidine are a good means for controlling blood pressure.
