Hello Steemit friends! How are you today? In this post I want to share a story about the Sky Mustard Flowers or Cyanthillium Cinereum.
The Sky Mustard Flower, or Cyanthillium cinereum, is abundant behind my house. It’s no surprise, as there lies a neglected garden behind my home, naturally overgrown with shrubs and bushes. Given the small size of this flower, I had to use an external macro camera to capture its photograph.
Cyanthillium cinereum is an annual weed from the Asteraceae family. This plant is commonly found in open spaces. There are not many references to the use of this flower, which is reasonable since many still consider it a weed to other plants and are reluctant to explore its utility.
However, research has revealed that this flower contains therapeutic properties that can combat asthma, cancer, cholera, stomach aches, diarrhea, dysentery, impotence, and night blindness. Meanwhile, its seeds can be used to treat alexipharmic, anthelmintic, leprosy, and chronic skin diseases.
The leaves of this flower are suspected to contain analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory properties. Its stem can be used to treat conjunctivitis, arthritis, and rheumatism. The roots can serve as an antidote to scorpion stings and venomous snake bites.
The leaves of this flower are green with an oval shape and serrated edges. In the leaf axils, there are opposing leaflets. Its stem is round and green. The flower is clustered with a striking purple hue.
The purple color of the flowers, combined with the green leaves and stem, radiates beauty. I quickly took out my Vivo v23e camera and attached the external macro lens to fully appreciate the beauty of this flower. Below is the image of the flower captured with my camera. I hope you find it as captivating as I do.
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