3456 x 5184 px | 29,3 x 43,9 cm | 11,5 x 17,3 inches | 300dpi
Date de la prise de vue:
15 juillet 2012
Lieu:
Lincolnshire
Informations supplémentaires:
The common male fern, or Dryopteris filix-mas, is composed of numerous hairy, deep-brown spores and rhizomes. Male fern typically grows in the darkness of the oak woods. It is native to the temperate climates of Asia, Europe and much of South and North America. Although it prefers moist woodlands and rocky slopes, the male fern is highly adaptable and can grow well in both arid and fertile soils. The rhizome, or root, of the male fern is usually harvested in early autumn. From there is thoroughly cleaned and dried for later medicinal purposes. Research shows that male fern root extracts are chock-full of dynamic cleansing compounds known as filicin and filmarone. These are the essential oils responsible for eradicating worms in the body through a mechanism of creating a harsh intestinal environment that is toxic to harmful intestinal organisms. Not only does this cleanse the system, it also promotes overall digestive health. Male fern root is rich in antioxidant tannins, a plant-based phenol astringent with anti-bacterial and anti-enzymatic properties. It is also composed of filixid acid, phloroglucin derivatives, and several other necessary trace essential oils. Studies also show that male fern root's oleo-resins cause worms to become immobile, preventing the worms' larvae from attaching themselves to the interior lining of human intestine walls. In both human and animal case studies, male fern root was shown to have a dramatic effect on eliminating parasites both inside and outside of the GI tract.
