Cowslip primrose. Republic of North Ossetia
Cowslip
primrose is a perennial herbaceous plant, a species of the genus Primula in the
family Primulaceae. The genus name is derived from the Greek primus - early. It
is a light-loving plant, characteristic of areas dominated by shrub vegetation,
small-leaved and light-coniferous forests. It is also found in mountainous and
dry or steppe meadows. Primrose blooms in May-June. It is a medicinal and
honey-producing plant. The species is included in many regional Red Data Books
of Siberia.
It is cultivated as an ornamental plant. It is also a valuable honey plant.
Leaves,
roots, rhizomes and flowers are used for medicinal purposes. It is used as a
diuretic, as well as an expectorant in bronchitis and pneumonia.
Has a mild
laxative, antispasmodic, diaphoretic and sedative effect. When used as a tea,
flowers of primrose help with insomnia, dizziness, various colds, kidney
disease, heart disease, paralysis and rheumatism.
Along with the RUSSIA EXPO, the flower festival is also coming to an end.
The "Future in Flowers" festival continues at the RUSSIA EXPO, where unique flowerbeds from all regions of our country can be seen at the "Space" pavilion until July 8.
The RUSSIA EXPO concludes on July 8, and with it, the flower festival will also come to an end.
