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==News about Ringworm Bush (Akapulko)==
==News about Ringworm Bush (Akapulko)==
'''How to Care for a Candle Bush Plant'''
*Source:http://homeguides.sfgate.com/care-candle-bush-plant-22246.html
:(San Francisco Gate)
The Candle Bush plant, also called the Candlestick plant or Senna alata, is a tropical perennial capable of reaching twelve feet high. The plants feature lush growth and yellow flowers resembling candles that bloom from late summer to fall. The Candle Bush plant is drought-tolerant and weather-tough, making it a suitable plant for inexperienced and expert gardeners alike. With origins in the tropical Americas, Africa, and Southeast Asia, the Candle Bush is an annual in U.S. Department of Agriculture Hardiness Zones 7 to 9, but grows as a perennial in Zones 10 and higher.
1. Select a full-sun location for the Candle Bush plant where the soil is well-draining. Partial shade is tolerable, but not ideal. Start seeds indoors six to eight weeks before the last frost for annual growth and transplant once the plant reaches ten to twelve inches tall. Alternatively, purchase potted seedlings from a local nursery.
2. Water the plant weekly when rainfall isn’t sufficient, to supply at least a half-inch of water and keep the soil moist. If grown as a perennial, the mature Candle Bush plant will become more drought resistant as it becomes established.
3. Weed the area around your Candle Bush plant regularly to decrease water competition. Apply one to two inches of mulch to the area, if desired, to cut down on weeds and retain water.
4. Feed your plant once a month with a half-strength solution of a balanced fertilizer, such as 10-10-10, to encourage it to reach its full height and produce lush blooms. As you apply fertilizer, remember to feed based on the current height of the plant, not the expected height.
5. Propagate by collecting seeds from the plant after flowering, once the pods have turned brown and dried. Let some seeds fall to the ground for annual growing if you want the plant to attempt to self-sow.
6. Allow Candle Bush plants grown as annuals to die back shortly after the first frost and clear away dead growth. Prune perennial plants after blooming or seed collection, trimming each branch back to half its length. Make each cut just after a bud or branch at a 45 degree angle.
:Things You Will Need
:• Mulch
:• Fertilizer
:• Hand pruners
◘ Tips
:Candle Bush plants grow well with banana plants and hibiscus for a tropical display.
:Remove any volunteer “suckers” or self-sown seeds from around the base of your perennial plant each spring to prevent overcrowding.
◘ Warning
:Pesticides are not recommended for Candle Bush plants because they are known to attract butterflies and bees. A flush of hungry caterpillars around the plants will soon be decreased by birds.
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'''Yellow Fever'''
'''Yellow Fever'''
*Source:https://sundayfarmer.wordpress.com/2010/11/15/yellow-fever/
*Source:https://sundayfarmer.wordpress.com/2010/11/15/yellow-fever/
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'''Health Benefits of Ringworm Bush (Akapulko)'''
'''Candle Bush having worthy medicines!'''
*Source:http://healthandhealthylife.com/index.php/2017/03/21/health-benefits-ringworm-bush-akapulko/
*Source:http://natscimedwonders.blogspot.com/2010/05/candle-bush-having-worthy-medicines.html
:(Health and Healthy Life)
:(Natural, Scientific and Medical Wonders)
 
The Akapulko leaves contain chrysophanic acid, a fungicide that is used to treat fungal infections, like ringworms, scabies and eczema.. Akapulko leaves are also known to be sudorific, diuretic and purgative, usedto treat intestinal problems including intestinal parasites. Akapulko is also used as herbal medicine to treat bronchitis and asthma. Because of Akapulko’s anti-fungal properties, it is a common ingredient in soaps, shampoos, and lotions in the Philippines. The Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (PCHRD) has helped develop the technology for a Akapulko herbal medicine lotion.
 
Akapulko is an erect, shrubby legume with dark green compound leaves. Akapulko leaves have orange rachis that has 16-28 leaflets. Akapulko produces an axis of golden yellow flowers that has 4-winged pods containing 50-60 flattened, triangular seeds. Akapulko flowers are enclosed by yellow-orange bracts that are later shed in time.
 
:Akapulko Traditional Medicinal Uses and Health benefits
 
Akapulko has a long history of medical usage and has a long list of folkloric health benefits for the following conditions.
 
::Skin problems and diseases. Akapulko is commonly used as an antibacterial and anti-fungal treatment for various skin diseases that include:
 
:• tinea infection,
:• ringworms,
:• eczema,
:• scabies
:• insect bites
:• and all sorts of skin itchiness.
 
::Stomach problems. Akapulko has long been used to treat stomach related problems that include:
 
:• Laxative to expel intestinal parasites,
:• diuretic purgative.
 
::Anti-inflammatory activity. Akapulko is known to alleviate symptoms related to inflammation and is used in the treatment of the following:
 
:• arthritis,
:• gout,
:• rheumatitis
:• bursitis
:• and other joint and muscle problems.
 
::Lung problems. Akapulko tea is also a folkloric remedy to prevent symtoms of lung problems such as:
 
:• asthma attacks
:• bronchitis.
:• coughs
 
::Mouth problems. Akapulko is used as mouth wash for various mouth problems that include ulcers, sores, and toothache.
 
Recent studies also suggests that it is a strong antioxidant that may have anti-peroxidation activities that is beneficial in preventing the development of cancer.
 
:Where can I get or buy Akapulko?
 
Akapulko plant is widely cultivated and can be sourced through local horticulturist. Akapulko leaves, flowers and seeds can be harvested from fields.
 
Akapulko is also commercially prepared in powder, tincture and capsules taken as supplements. They are available in most fitness and health stores.
 
::Akapulko leaves. Pound and squeeze the juice and apply topically on affected area twice a day until cured. There are commercially available Akapulko herbal medicine lotions in the Philippine market for skin diseases treatment. If symptoms persist or irritation occurs, stop the use and consult your doctor.
 
::Akapulko herbal tea. As expectorant and for the alleviation of asthma attacks, drink a cup of Akapulko herbal medicine tea (see above for the preparation) three times a day until symptoms improved. For the treatment of mouth infections such as stomatitis, gargle the Akapulko herbal tea three times a day until symptoms improve. If symptoms persist and irritation occurs, stop the use and consult your doctor.
 
:Akapulko herbal tea or decoction
 
Pound or cut a cup of Akapulko seeds, Akapulko leaves and flowers into manageable sizes then let it seep in boiling water for 10 to 15 minutes to creat an Akapulko herbal tea. Let it cool and drink a cup three times a day. The potency of Akapulko herbal tea is good to last for one day. Make new Akapulko herbal tea as needed.
 
:Dosage, Warnings and Side Effects of Akapulko
 
Akapulko leaves are safe for most adults, however the seeds should not be taken for long term.
 
::Allergy. Akapulko have been reported to cause allergic reaction to sensitive people.
 
:Counter indications:
 
:• Akapulko contains Vitamin K that may act as an anticoagulant. it is therefore advised to avoid using Akapulko when taking coagulant drugs.
:• Akapulko contains canavanine, an amino acid that is known to aggravate symptoms of auto-immune diseases such as lupus. Excess intake of Akapulko can also cause breakdown of red blood cells which maybe serious.
 
::Akapulko possesses Immunosuppressive action. Therefore, avoid taking corticosteroids (eg, prednisone) or cyclosporine with Akapulko.
 
When taking medications for diabetes, hypertension, heart problems, etc., Akapulko may couter-act or aggravate its effectiveness. It is advised to consult your doctor before using this herb.
 
::Pregnancy and Breast feeding. There is no sufficient studies done to investigate the adverse or side effects of Akapulko consumption during pregnancy and breast feeding. It is recommended to avoid its use.
 
Just like any herbal medicine, moderation in use is recommended.


I found one day a plant among bushes on the wayside, becoming prominent by popping up by itself with its bright yellow heads. It had large leaves and had grown profusely within a shorter period of time. It was exactly like a robust Senna plant, as if it was from the era of Dinosaurs! I also found grannies picking up its leaves for preparing home remedies for illnesses (Granny's medical treatment, 'Paati Vaithyam' in Tamil!).
It is the Candle Bush (Senna alata, Ringworm Tree, 'Seemai Agatthi' in Tamil). It is about three meters tall. Its branches grow straight up bearing yellow heads of inflorescence that resemble yellow candles before their blooming into flowers. Its leaves are seen closing at night and opening at dawn. Square seeds that are found in the pods readily grow anywhere. It is a weed in Australia. But it is in demand here, in India, as it has fungicidal medicine in its leaves for treating skin diseases like Ringworm. It has also laxative principles as the Senna plant.
The Candle Bush that amazed me has now become a wonder plant possessing a wealth of wonder medicines!
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