The avocado tree is a fascinating plant because so much of it can be used for health and medicinal purposes. The leaves, bark, fruit, and seed can be used for a variety of different health purposes. The leaves can be used fresh or dried and can help reduce coughing and digestive issues. Avocado pulp is used as a pulp to feed to babies and small children. A mashed pulp can also be used to help heal wounds when applied directly on the wound. The rind of the fruit can be used to help expel different types of worms. Avocado can be used in an oil, decoction, or pulp. The oil comes from the avocado seed to help with hair and skin concerns. The decoction helps with diarrhea when ingested internally. Since the leaves and bark have been known to induce abortion, they should not be used during pregnancy. This will help keep the pregnancy healthy. Please consult a trusted medical professional with any questions or concerns that you have using avocado during pregnancy.
Habitat & Cultivation
The avocado tree is an evergreen tree that can grow up to 65 feet or 20 meters. It features dark green leaves that have a leathery text with white flowers that turn into the avocado fruit. This tree is native to Central America and is best planted in warm, humid, and tropical areas. Today the tree is grown in Israel, South Africa, and Spain. The trees are grown from the seed or from propagations. The fruit is usually ready to harvest in the early fall. The leaves can be picked as needed, making them available throughout the entire year.
Uses
Skin Concerns avocado oil can help with a number of skin concerns. It can soften dry and rough skin and may help with flaking skin as well. The oil can nourish the scalp and promote hair growth.
Wounds the avocado fruit pulp can be put on wounds to promote healing. It can also stimulate hair growth while soothing the skin.
Digestion Aid the leaves of the avocado can be used to relieve gas, bloating, and diarrhea. It may also help with obstructions and high uric acid levels.
Gynecological Issues the bark and leaves have traditionally been used to help with menstruation. They have also been used to induce abortion.
Parts used
Leaves
Bark
Seeds
Fruit
Key Actions
Leaves and Bark
Fruit Pulp
Rind
Constituents
Volatile Oil
Flavonoids
Tannins
Fruit pulp - unsaturated fats
Protein
Vitamins A, B1, and B2
Sesquiterpenes
References
- Chevallier, Andrew, FNIMH; Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine - 550 Herbs and Remedies for Common Ailments; 3. Edition 2016; ISBN: 978-0-2412-2944-6; Page 121.
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Landon J.
PLEASE DO NOT FEED YOUR BUNNY AVOCADO. IT WILL DIE