The pitcher plant is a wild herbaceous plant that can be used as medicine. It has high medicinal value. Its fruit resembles a small lantern and can be eaten as a fruit. Let's learn about the efficacy and effects of the pitcher plant!
Can pregnant women eat pitcher plants?
If you are pregnant, you should be cautious about drinking pitcher plant water.
First of all, it is important to know that pitcher plants have a laxative effect. Eating this plant during pregnancy may cause abortion, so it is not recommended to consume this plant's water during pregnancy.
However, there are many people who believe that drinking some pitcher plant water before giving birth can help eliminate toxins and make the baby's legs stronger. But this belief is not supported by scientific evidence, so it is safer for pregnant women in the late stages of pregnancy to consult with their doctors before consuming it.
Efficacy and effects of pitcher plants
1. Nutritional supplement
The ripe fruit of the pitcher plant can be eaten by humans and can provide the body with abundant fruit acids, polysaccharides, vitamins, and minerals. It can improve the functions of various organs in the body and maintain normal metabolism. Regular consumption can significantly improve overall health.
2. Whitening and removing spots
The fruit of the pitcher plant contains rich vitamin C and various active ingredients, as well as some carbohydrates. After eating it, it can accelerate the metabolism of various harmful substances in the body.
In addition, the absorbed vitamin C can prevent the formation of pigmentation and gradually lighten the spots on the surface of the skin, resulting in a significant whitening effect.
Methods of planting pitcher plants
1. Soil selection
When planting pitcher plants, it is important to choose suitable soil. The soil should be moderately fertile, loose in texture, and easy to drain. It should not be in low-lying areas prone to waterlogging.
In addition, the pH value of the soil should be between 6.5 and 7.5. The soil for planting pitcher plants should also be free of herbicide residues, otherwise the plants will have difficulty growing properly.
2. Seedling harvesting
When planting pitcher plants, it is important to choose the right time. If you want the plants to mature early, you should start seedling cultivation in January or February and harvest in June.
If you choose land cultivation, you should start seedling cultivation in March or April, and then proceed with land cultivation. Harvesting can begin in May and continue in July.
