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Houseleek is originally a mountain plant that we have tamed even in our gardens. It feels best embraced by stones on a rock garden, on roofs, next to house walls and it also does well in pottery. Houseleek is very undemanding, because it comes from the harshest conditions.
Give it a chance and you won’t regret it – this little plant is not just ornamental.
The effects of this little plant can be compared to those of Aloe Vera, yet many are convinced the plant is even stronger. It is fantastic for dry, irritated, itchy skin and eczema.
From March to October you can use the fleshy leaves to treat the skin. The leaves also regrow very quickly.
Plants with almond-shaped leaves also flower. Small, pink flowers appear on a tall stem at a height of 20-30 cm.
Houseleek has:
- anti-inflammatory
- antibiotic
- antibacterial
- diuretic
- sedative
- regenerative and anticonvulsant effect (suppresses the onset of cramps)
A gift from heaven for the skin
Houseleek is extremely beneficial for people troubled by eczema – simply tear off a few fresh leaves and apply their pulp directly to the skin. Soon you will see and especially feel an improvement. Many patients even notice the complete disappearance of eczema.
Houseleek can also deal with warts and corns. We rub warts and corns with the pulp as needed until the growth falls off or disappears.
The juice from the leaf also acts as a means for faster healing and kills bacteria.
It also helps with other skin problems such as acne, dark spots, sunburn, freckles, scars and other imperfections.
For internal use, its effects are known in fighting kidney diseases, ear inflammations, toothaches, for diarrhea, fevers and hemorrhoids.
Cooling ointment for the skin
We boil the leaves with lard for as long as the juice evaporates. Then we filter, fill into containers and let cool and solidify. Store the finished ointment in the refrigerator.
Sore throat and respiratory tract inflammation
Houseleek is suitable for sore throats and upper respiratory tract inflammations, it helps really quickly and effectively – in the form of an infusion. Chop about 2 tablespoons of fleshy leaves, pour over with a cup of hot water, let infuse for 10 minutes and then strain. Drink warm once a day.
