Due to some beliefs, rue is one of the best known plants for those who want to fight the evil eye. But its benefits go far beyond that. Therefore, in this post we will show the characteristics of rue, the benefits and how to plant it.
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Characteristics of Arruda
Firstly, rue is a subshrub type that is grown in gardens around the world. Yeah, its leaves draw attention due to its strong aroma. The plant can reach a height of 1 meter, with a woody stem and its branching to the base.
Its leaves have a strong greenish tone and can alternate between petiolate, fleshy and glaucous. The leaves measure up to 15 centimeters.
Rue and its benefits
Rue has great analgesic, calming, healing, anti-inflammatory, anti-rheumatic properties and can be used to treat various diseases such as:
- Varicose veins;
- Rheumatic pains;
- Headache;
- Ulcers;
- Cysts;
- Menstrual cramps;
- Excess gas;
- Changes in the menstrual cycle, such as amenorrhea or menorrhagia;
- Stomachache.
The rue in your property can be to find vitamin C which is a great agent to improve immunity.
how to grow rue
Finally, rue tends to do well in colder climates, growing well in temperatures between 4°C and 30°C degrees. But don't worry, rue can adapt very well to warmer climates, you just need to be more careful in your treatment.
The plant is grown in different types of soil, but its preferred soil for growth is limestone. The way the plant is treated will be important to know how much to water it, so if the development of the rue is positive, the watering can be spaced out.
Rue can be planted as a seed, plant division or cuttings. The soil depth must be at least 0.5 cm.
It is worth mentioning that rue can be a plant that is toxic for the skin, so it is advisable to plant it in a place where there is not much access. It is necessary to wear gloves to handle the plantation.
So, now that you know how to grow rue, start to separate the necessary materials and start your cultivation.
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