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1. Photos, basic scientific information, legends, myths, symbolism
2. Basic scientific information, legends, myths, symbolism
3. Botanical description, reference data, useful information, illustrations
4. Recipes for use in traditional medicine and cosmetology
5. Tips for growing, harvesting and storing

Cattail, Typha. Photos of the plant, basic scientific information, legends, myths, symbolism

Basic scientific information, legends, myths, symbolism

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Family: Typhus (Typhaceae)

Origin: Cattail is found everywhere, mainly in temperate and subtropical climates.

Area: Plants of the genus Typha are found throughout the world, except for Antarctica.

Chemical composition: Cattail contains starch, cellulose, lipids, proteins, flavonoids, as well as micro and macro elements.

Economic value: Cattail is used to make carpets, ropes, paper, textiles and other products. In addition, cattail is used to treat wastewater and repair the banks of reservoirs.

Legends, myths, symbolism: In ancient Greek mythology, cattails were associated with the goddess of spring and birth, Persephone. In ancient Roman mythology, cattails were associated with the goddess of wisdom and war, Minerva, who was the patroness of latomia, where cattails were mined to make shield coverings. In Japanese culture, cattails symbolize well-being and prosperity. In Islamic culture, cattails are used to make prayer rugs and symbolize spiritual purity and peace. In modern symbolism, cattails are often associated with nature, ecology and water.

Cattail, Typha. Description, illustrations of the plant

Angustifolia cattail, Typha angustifolia L. and broadleaf cattail, Typha latifolia L. Description, habitats, nutritional value, culinary use

Rogoz is a perennial herbaceous marsh plant from the cattail family up to 2 m high.

Stems are thick, cylindrical, without nodes. The leaves are narrow and broadly linear, long, vaginal, located at the base of the stem. The flowers are collected in characteristic cylindrical black-brown velvety inflorescences-cobs.

Cattail grows in swamps, swampy banks of rivers, ponds, lakes and reservoirs, along ditches.

The cut plant is preserved for a long time and is used for decorative purposes. The fluff from the cobs is used to make felt, pillows, and warm houses. Silage is prepared from the stems, weave carpets, mats, weave ropes, make paper and roofing houses.

Coopers pave with cattail leaves the excavation paths of barrels and tubs so that the bottom fits snugly and does not leak.

The rhizomes contain up to 46% starch, 11% sugar and up to 24% protein.

The rhizome is mainly used for food. Its thickness is up to 2,5 cm, length is about 60 cm. You can make flour, bread, pancakes, biscuits, biscuits, jelly and other products from it.

To make flour, the roots are first broken into pieces or slices up to 0,5 cm thick, dried and ground.

Roasted rhizomes can replace natural coffee.

In addition to rhizomes, young shoots can be used as food. If boiled, they can replace asparagus. Salads are prepared from them, and in a fried form they are used as seasonings for fish and meat dishes. Their taste is bland, so you need to add various spices to spice it up.

Author: Koshcheev A.K.

Cattail. Basic information about the plant, use in cooking

Cattail is a perennial herbaceous plant that usually grows along the banks of rivers and lakes in water to a depth of 1-1,2 m. Three types of cattail are found within Ukraine: broad-leaved, narrow-leaved and Laxman. The scientific name of the plant comes from the Latin word "typhos" - a swamp or from "tifen" - to burn, as the mature inflorescences seem to be burned.

Man has been using cattail for economic purposes for a very long time. Coarse ropes, purses, bags, mats, mats are woven from it, and in the East - even raincoats and capes. Rogoz also serves as a semi-finished product for many vegetable dishes. "Wadding" of female inflorescences (rocking chairs) in France is used for stuffing mattresses, in Spain it is added to sheep and goat wool in the manufacture of felt and felt.

Cattail leaves reach a length of 2 m. Thick fleshy rhizomes are eaten raw, boiled, dried to obtain flour and cereals. Young shoots of leaves in the form of sharp long horns are harvested in spring and eaten raw or boiled. Most often they are cooked like asparagus or cauliflower. Often, young sprouts are boiled, vinegar and other spices are added and used instead of mushrooms, marinated in vinegar for the future. Rough autumn seedlings, from which tufts of leaves develop next spring, can also be pickled and dried for future use.

To obtain flour, rhizomes are used, which contain 38-46% starch and 7-12% sugary substances.

In Karelia, dried and appropriately ground cattail rhizomes are added to rye or barley flour. However, the admixture of cattail flour should not exceed 50%, otherwise the bread will crumble and quickly become stale.

A mixture of rye or wheat flour with cattail is best used for making unleavened roots and pancakes. They are eaten hot with sour cream or sour milk, kefir, buttermilk. When preparing unleavened shortbreads and pancakes, the admixture of cattail flour can be increased to 60-70%. Often, pollen from stamen inflorescences of cattail is added to grain flour.

The rhizomes of cattail are harvested in early spring or late autumn from under the ice, while it is thin, but already withstands the weight of a person. The collected rhizomes are cleaned of dirt and remnants of dry leaves, washed, cut into small pieces 2-3 cm long and dried in the wind or sun. Dry rhizomes are dried in Russian stoves or ovens until they become brittle and brittle. Then they are ground on graters or pounded in a mortar, sieved on sieves, getting flour and cereals. Milk porridges, kissels are boiled from cereals, they are used for seasoning soups.

Pollen is collected in the spring from boats, shaking off flowering rocking inflorescences onto a linen canopy. No more than 10% of pollen can be added to grain flour. Flour from rhizomes and pollen can be stored in dry, ventilated rooms for quite a long time. But it is not recommended to stuff the bags tightly with flour: it contains a lot of sugary substances, and without access to air, it can deteriorate.

Author: Reva M.L.

Cattail. Classification, synonyms, botanical description, nutritional value, cultivation

Names: az. jian; arm. vortakhot; cargo, lakashi; German Rohrokolbe; fr. la masette afeuilles larges.

Perennial aquatic plant, grows in the waters of Europe.

The leaves are long, almost xiphoid; flowers are collected in two cobs; the upper (yellow) consists of staminate flowers - each of them has three stamens; lower (cylindrical, brown) - from female flowers; the seeds are covered with down.

In the Caucasus, the rhizomes of this plant are pickled or baked. Young stems are also marinated.

T. angustifolia L. is used similarly.

Author: Ipatiev A.N.

Cattail, Typha. Recipes for use in traditional medicine and cosmetology

Ethnoscience:

• Cough treatment: to prepare an infusion of cattail roots, you need to take 2 tablespoons of the roots, pour 500 ml of boiling water and insist for 2-3 hours. Drink 50-100 ml of infusion 3-4 times a day.
• Treatment of kidney diseases: to prepare an infusion of cattail roots, you need to take 2 tablespoons of the roots, pour 500 ml of boiling water and insist for 2-3 hours. Drink 50-100 ml of infusion 3-4 times a day.
• Headache treatment: to prepare the ointment, you need to mix 1 tablespoon of crushed cattail roots with 1 tablespoon of lard or vegetable oil. Apply ointment to temples and forehead.
• Treatment of diseases of the genitourinary system: to prepare an infusion of cattail leaves, you need to take 2 tablespoons of leaves, pour 500 ml of boiling water and insist for 2-3 hours. Drink 50-100 ml of infusion 3-4 times a day.
• Treatment of wounds and burns: to prepare the ointment, you need to mix 1 tablespoon of crushed cattail roots with 1 tablespoon of honey. Apply ointment to a wound or burn.

Cosmetology:

• Mask for the face: To prepare the mask, take 2 tablespoons of powdered dried cattail leaves and mix with enough water to make a paste. Apply to face for 10-15 minutes, then rinse with warm water. The mask will help cleanse the skin and remove excess oil.
• Body peeling: To prepare a peel, mix 2 tablespoons of powdered dried cattail leaves with 1 tablespoon of honey and enough water to make a paste. Apply to the body, massaging in circular motions, then rinse with warm water. Exfoliation will help remove dead skin cells and leave the skin soft and smooth.
• Shampoo: To make a shampoo, mix 2 tablespoons of powdered dried cattail leaves with enough water to make a thick paste. Apply to hair and massage into scalp, then rinse with warm water. Shampoo will help cleanse the hair and scalp, remove oil and make hair soft and shiny.
• Hair Mask: To prepare the mask, mix 2 tablespoons of powdered dried cattail leaves with 1 tablespoon of honey and enough water to make a thick paste. Apply to hair and leave for 15-20 minutes, then rinse with warm water. The mask will help strengthen the hair, make it soft and shiny.

Attention! Before use, consult with a specialist!

Cattail, Typha. Tips for growing, harvesting and storing

Cattail is a perennial plant that grows in coastal areas of lakes, rivers and swamps. It can also be grown in the garden for ornamental purposes.

Tips for growing, harvesting and storing cattail:

Cultivation:

• Site Selection: Cattail prefers wet areas, so it is best grown near lakes, rivers, or swampy areas. It can also grow in water, so it can be grown in a pond or river bed.
• Soil Preparation: Cattail does not require much soil preparation, but is best planted in moist soil or under water.
• Sowing: Cattail can be grown from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown at a depth of about 1-2 cm. Plants can be placed at a distance of about 1-2 meters from each other.
• Plant care: Cattail does not require special care, but it is best to water it periodically. You can also regularly remove wilted leaves and flowers.

Workpiece:

• Collection: Cattail can be used to make decorative arrangements such as dried flower bouquets or bird feeders. To do this, you need to collect the stalks of cattail when they reach maturity.
• Processing: Harvested cattail stems should be dried and the leaves removed. Then they can be used to create decorative compositions.

Storage:

• Dry storage: Dry cattail stems should be stored in a dry place, protected from moisture and insects.
• Shelf life: Dry cattail stems can be stored for months or even years if stored properly.

Cattail is a wonderful plant that can be used to create decorative arrangements or as pet food.

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