The Salvia plant also known as Salvia Divinorum. The plant is found in South America, Central America and Southern Mexico. The plant is known for it healing properties. The name is actually derived from the word healing. It has been used over the ages to heal quite a number of ailments. It was used traditionally to heal snake bites, stomach and throat ailments. The plant comes from the family of ‘mint’ herbs. This is the reason why it is used to treat throat infections.
The plant contains two famous compounds. Salvinorin A and Salvinorim B. Salvinorim A has been used for it presence of kappa opioid. This substance has the same effects as opium and morphine. It affects neurotransmitters creating hallucinogenic effects to the user. Salvinorin B is know for its healing properties making this herb a candidate for medical break throughs. When well used, it is a great healer. It is also abused in some cases for its effects. Some religions have used its hallucinogenic properties to attain trances and out of mind states. It is used by diviners for ‘out of the world’ experieces while performing religious feats.
Medical uses of salvia
Salvia has been used to handle women hormonal issues. The plant can be ingested in cases where menses are irregular to regulate them. It also has been used to counteract the effects of menopause. Hot flashes, sweating and erratic menses are regulated by Salvia. This is because it has natural oestrogen that brings balance to this hormones.
It is also used to deal with throat infections. This has made it a common ingredient in sage tea. The mint aspect of the plant sooths the throat.
The herb has been used to regulate high blood pressure. Smoking it for these properties allows normal blood flow. It has been used for this reason as relaxation compound.
The herb is also famous for treating asthma. Many traditional will smoke this herb to treat respiratory diseases.
It also deals with digestive disorders. The herb has been known to deal with complications like ulcers and stomach sores. This healing factor has seen it used in conventional medicine in a more synthetic form.
It is known to heal skin disorders when applied.
The plant also has anti aging propertis when ingested.
Salvia is harvested for its leaves and roots. These are used and extracted for these compounds. The plant is dried directly for smoking. It can be applied directly, chewed or even smoked. The perennial herb produces purple flowers and can grow to a height of 2m. The plant will bloom in June and October. The plant comes in difference species. It can be cultvated indoors or outdoors. It needs a fairly humid environment for it to grow well.
The medicinal values of this herb are numerous. Most of them are blood related.It is a better option than conventional medicine. It is however advisable to be careful when taking the herb. Get advice from a qualified physician before engaging the herb.
