Description and beneficial properties of regan or rayhon herb, its use

Regan grass is better known as basil and is considered one of the most popular herbs grown as a herb. The culture is found in different countries of the world. To successfully grow it, you need to know all the nuances that relate to planting and care. Below are the main features of regan grass (rayhon), as well as its description, properties and uses.

Description of the species

Regan grass is better known in Russia as fragrant basil. This plant is also called by the following terms:

• raikhon;
• Reyhan;
• Reagan;
• Regan.

This plant is a herbaceous annual crop from the Lamiaceae family. The grass is characterized by straight tetrahedral stems that branch heavily and form many leaves. The height of the crop reaches 70 centimeters. The foliage is green or purple in color and is fixed to the stem on small petioles. It is distinguished by an elongated ovoid shape and has sparse teeth along the edges. The leaves, stem and calyxes are densely covered with small hairs.

The two-lipped flowers are usually white or light pink in color. They are sometimes purple in color and grow from the axils of the upper leaves or bracts that are in irregular whorls.

The fruit includes 4 small dark brown nuts. As they mature, they separate from each other. The weight of 1000 seeds is 0.5-0.8 grams. The grains retain their sowing characteristics for 4-5 years. The root system of the plant is branched and differs in its superficial location.

Distribution area

In nature, regan grass grows on the island of Madagascar, in the northeastern regions of Africa and in the southern part of the Arabian Peninsula. In Russia, basil is most often grown in the Voronezh region. The grass also grows well in the North Caucasus.

Reproduction methods

The grass reproduces by seed. It is planted in greenhouses in the second half of March. Seedlings usually grow in 40-45 days. At the same time, seedlings can be moved to open soil in May.

What substances are included in the composition

Regan grass has a complex chemical composition. It contains essential oils. Moreover, their number depends on the growth conditions of the culture and the period of its development. The maximum amount of such components is observed at the stage of budding of the crop. At this time, basil contains 3.5-5% of such components.

An important element that is included in the essential oil of the culture is D-camphor. This substance is highly soluble in acids, hydrocarbons, alcohols and ethers. This component mixes much less well with water.

In addition, Raykhon grass includes the following components:

• sabinene;
• dipentene;
• camphene;
• chavicol;
• flavonoids;
• terpinolene;
• efgenol;
• bisabolene;
• saponins;
• benzoaldehyde;
• ascorbic acid;
• routine;
• carotene;
• mineral salts;
• sesquiterpene alcohols.

Benefits of the plant

Regan has been used for a long time as a seasoning to add to food. At the same time, the herb has a number of beneficial properties:

1. Has an antiseptic effect. Regan successfully disinfects wounds and promotes their healing.
2. Copes with viral infections. The plant helps speed up recovery from colds and eliminates the symptoms of sore throat.
3. Helps cope with fungi and eczema. The product effectively eliminates swelling, diaper rash and redness.
4. Improves the condition of poisoning. Basil helps cleanse the body, ensures the removal of toxins and waste.
5. Relieves tension and spasms of muscle tissue.
6. Helps improve visual acuity. For this purpose, herbal products are used as lotions. Basil helps get rid of signs of fatigue, remove swelling, and eliminate feelings of dryness.
7. Normalizes intestinal function, improves digestive functions, and copes with symptoms of bloating.
8. Used as an antipyretic.
9. Improves prognosis for cancer and tuberculosis.

• Helps increase potency in men. This is due to the fact that regan grass improves blood circulation. Thanks to this, the man’s well-being becomes much better.
• Improves the functioning of the nervous system.The herb has a calming effect and helps improve sleep quality. Thanks to this, the body recovers well and gains strength.
• Eliminates stress. The greenery of the plant will help you recover after a difficult day.

Thanks to the use of fragrant basil infusion, it is possible to cope with the following pathologies:

• flatulence;
• gastritis;
• neurosis;
• pyelitis;
• bronchial asthma;
• poor appetite;
• colitis;
• whooping cough - the herb successfully copes with cough;
• low blood pressure;
• cold;
• headache;
• inflammatory damage to the kidneys and bladder;
• intestinal or liver colic;
• rhinitis;
• fever.

The herbal infusion can be used externally. It is often used for rinsing the mouth for sore throat and stomatitis. The composition also helps to get rid of toothache and tongue pathologies.

Contraindications

It is not always possible to use regan grass. It is important to consider the following features:

1. Violation of the dosage can cause seizures.
2. The essential oil of the plant should not be used in case of individual intolerance, pregnancy or increased blood clotting.
3. Great care must be taken by people with pathologies of the heart and blood vessels, thrombosis, and thrombophlebitis. This also applies to people who have had a heart attack in the recent past.

Application

Regan herb can be used in a variety of ways. It is often used in cooking to improve the taste of dishes. The plant can also be used to prepare various decoctions and infusions that help cope with various pathologies.

In cooking

Rayhon is often used in Caucasian cuisine. It is one of the most common spices in the region. Basil goes well with tomatoes and dishes made from them. It can be used to prepare soups and meat dishes. The plant gives a pleasant aroma to lamb. Thanks to the use of basil, it acquires a pleasant aroma and is absorbed faster.

Raykhon can also be used for salting and pickling zucchini, tomatoes and eggplants. To do this, along with the herbs, you need to add a few fresh basil leaves to a jar of vegetables. It is not recommended to use stems. It is important to consider that the plant has a strong aroma. Therefore, for a jar with a capacity of 3 liters, 5 leaves are enough.

In medicine

The plant has pronounced medicinal properties. That is why it is often used in medicine. For herbal remedies to work, it is important to strictly adhere to the dosage. You can use the following recipes:

1. Infusion for cystitis and pyelitis. To prepare the product, you need to take 5 grams of herb and pour 0.5 liters of boiling water. Leave the mixture to infuse for at least 2 hours and take 100 milliliters 5 times a day.
2. Infusion for arterial hypertension. To prepare it, you need to take 1 tablespoon of the herb and pour 500 milliliters of boiling water. It is recommended to close the container tightly and leave the composition to infuse for at least 20 minutes. The composition should be drunk three times a day. Single dose – 50 milliliters.
3. Tea balm for problems in the central nervous system. To make it, it is recommended to mix 2 large spoons of black and green tea and add the same amount of basil and peppermint to the composition.You also need to add 1 small spoon of thyme. It is recommended to mix the herbs and add 500 milliliters of boiling water. After a quarter of an hour, the composition must be filtered and taken in small sips throughout the day.
4. Herb for toothache. This plant helps to successfully cope with discomfort. It does not replace visiting a dentist, but it relieves suffering for a while. To do this, it is recommended to rinse the basil leaf well and knead it a little in your hands to stimulate the release of essential oils. Then the plant should be placed between the sore tooth and cheek.
5. Juice for cystitis. To cope with this pathology, you need to use juice from the leaves and stems of the plant. Moreover, it must be prepared before flowering begins. This remedy can also be used to combat other inflammations of the genitourinary organs. It is recommended to take 1 small spoon of herb juice in the morning and evening. This should be done for 10 days. After which it is necessary to take a break for 10 days and repeat the therapy again. Before drinking, it is recommended to mix the juice in equal parts with water and honey. In its pure form, it provokes irritation of the stomach and esophagus.
6. Infusion for tired eyes. To get this remedy, you need to take 2 large spoons of dried basil leaves and mix with 1.5 liters of boiling water. After the mixture has cooled, it is recommended to filter it through 2 layers of gauze. It is recommended to rinse the eyes with the resulting solution and apply lotions to the eyelids. This treatment should be carried out at least 2 times a day for 2 weeks. After this, you should stop for a week and repeat the therapy again. Thanks to this, it will be possible to get rid of inflammation and redness of the eyelids, eliminate red blood vessels and pain in the eyes.
7. Tea for colds.Rayhon grass has pronounced bactericidal and anti-inflammatory properties. Therefore, this herb has a beneficial effect on the body during colds. To make a useful composition, it is recommended to take 1 small spoon of dried basil or 30 grams of fresh leaves and pour a glass of boiling water. Infuse the composition for 3-5 minutes. After which you can add honey and lemon juice to the drink.

Regan is a fairly common plant that is often used in cooking and folk medicine. This herb contains many useful components that have a beneficial effect on the condition of the human body. However, when using it, it is important to take into account the entire list of possible contraindications.