Ivan-tea is a plant that has many names among the people, for example, narrow-leaved fireweed, plakun, Koporsky tea, black tea, down jacket, sandwich, Russian tea, etc. Many people know it under the name "weed of fires", and all because that this plant is one of the first to appear on the soil devastated by fire.
Narrow-leaved fireweed is a perennial plant, reaching a height of up to two meters. Its flowers are pinkish-lilac in color and are collected in a dense cluster in the shape of a cone. From the leaves and flowers of this plant, a very tasty and incredibly healthy tea is made.
As for the growth of willow-herb, it grows in Siberia, the Caucasus, the Far East, and the temperate zone of Russia. The seeds of this plant are easily spread with the help of the wind over fairly long distances, so you can meet this representative of the flora anywhere: at the edge of the forest, fields and gardens, especially its favorite areas - the neighborhoods along rivers and streams.
Koporsky tea: useful properties
Fireweed tea is a drink with a pleasant floral aroma and a slightly sweet taste. It is simply irreplaceable in hot weather, as it perfectly quenches thirst, and thanks to its beneficial properties it helps to endure the heat more easily, especially for the elderly. Ivan tea has a beneficial effect on the nervous system, as it is a good sedative. That is why it is incredibly popular among people suffering from neurosis and insomnia.
Koporye tea is good at cleansing the body of toxins and toxins (stabilizes the work of the gastrointestinal tract), perfectly relieves headaches. It is also worth noting that in folk medicine, ivan tea is used to treat gastritis, cystitis, diarrhea, colitis, dysentery, stomach ulcers, etc. The decoction of this plant, if used as a gargle, copes well with angina, and when used inside - colds and acute respiratory infections.
