The efficacy and function of heather

The ornamental effect of heather

Heather is a relatively cold-resistant shrub with very miniature flowers. When the heather blooms, small pink flowers cover the branches, which feels a bit like blooming baby's breath, but each of its flowers is as small and pink as baby's breath, very fragrant and pleasant. When blooming, the small bell-shaped flowers are very delicate and have some fragrance.

Heather is relatively cold-resistant and was once the main vegetation in Western Europe and Northern Europe. The beautiful figure of heather can be seen on many glaciers and snowfields.

Medicinal effects of heather

Heather has antiseptic, astringent and sedative effects. Heather itself contains some pure natural ingredients that can relieve skin fatigue, enhance skin resistance, and make the skin healthier and brighter. Heather is also good for the digestive tract, helps urination, accelerates the excretion of waste in the body, and can beautify the skin. Using heather honey for bathing can relieve fatigue, has a good effect on arthritis and rheumatism, and prolongs life.

Edible effects of heather

When heather is eaten, it is mainly used to make honey or brew tea.

The nectar brewed from heather has high nutritional value. When used as tea, it is mainly suitable to be paired with other ingredients and has certain beauty-enhancing effects.

When brewing tea, you can brew the dried heather petals directly with boiling water, or you can brew them with honey or scented teas such as rose, lemongrass, mint leaves, verbena, etc. It can also be made into a delicious face-slimming tea.