Strictly speaking, the acacias that grow here are false acacias. The plant known by the botanical name robinia contains toxic substances. However, some parts of the plant can also be used medicinally. You can get an overview here.
What effect does the acacia have on people?
The effect of the acacia is twofold: its toxins (robin, phasin, toxic glycosides) can cause diarrhea, vomiting and symptoms of poisoning, while its edible flowers and correctly dosed toxins in ointments and medicines have pain-relieving and calming properties.
What poisonous effect does the acacia tree have?
The toxic substances of the mock acacia cause diarrhea,vomitingandsymptoms of poisoning. In this case, you shouldn't even bother with a test. The effect of the toxic substances is so strong that it can even kill horses. These substances are responsible for the effect:
- Robin
- Phasin
- toxic glycosides
The toxic substances are mainly concentrated in the bark, seeds and leaves of the acacia tree. In contrast to the false acacia, the real acacia, which is native to Australia, is not poisonous.
Are acacia flowers edible?
In contrast to almost all other parts of the black locust, the flowers of the false acacia arenot poisonous and quite edible. They are used in natural medicine and are even considered a delicacy by some people. The flowers can be used to prepare a syrup with a delicate aroma or tea. You can also bake the flowers in a similar way to lilac flowers.
How does acacia flower tea work?
Acacia blossom tea with mock acacia flowers is usedagainst pain. This remedy is used in natural medicine, especially for toothache and rheumatism problems. You can make acacia flower tea yourself or buy dried flowers. You can also drink the aromatic tea simply for taste reasons.
How is the effect of acacia used in medicine?
The toxins of the acacia tree are used as a component ofointmentsand formedications to soothe the stomach. As with many other toxins, the poisonous ingredients in robinia can also have a healing effect when used in the right dosage.
Tip
If you have any he alth problems, consult a doctor
If you suffer from serious he alth problems or suspect symptoms of poisoning, you should not rely on home-made natural medicine or homeopathy. Consult an expert medical professional for advice.
