Alfalfa

Alfalfa is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Fabaceae family. It is widely cultivated as a fodder crop due to its high nutritional value for livestock.

Scientific name: Medicago sativa

Family: Fabaceae

Origin: Middle East and Central Asia; today, alfalfa is cultivated in many regions of the world for its nutritional qualities.

Herbal Class/Actions:

- Toning and revitalizing

- Detoxifying

- Diuretic

- Antioxidant

- Hormone-active (promotes hormonal balance)

Parts Used:

- Leaves

- Young shoots

- Flowers (in certain traditional uses)

Flavors: Herbal, sweet, slightly bitter

Energetic Properties: Energizing and revitalizing, it helps strengthen vitality and overall resistance.

Botanical Characteristics:

- Appearance: Perennial herbaceous plant reaching 50 to 70 cm in height, with a bushy growth habit.

- Leaves: Compound, pinnate, with two oval leaflets and a small terminal leaflet, dark green.

- Flowers: Small, in clusters, violet or pale yellow in color, gathered in cluster-like inflorescences.

Traditional Benefits:

- Promotes digestion and intestinal comfort

- Helps regulate cholesterol and supports cardiovascular health

- Contributes to hormonal balance, especially in women

- Strengthens the immune system and boosts overall energy

- Supports body detoxification by eliminating toxins

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