In traditional medicine, a remedy grounded on the juice from the leaves of this plant is widely applied due to its anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and high flavonoid content and bactericidal properties.
Crassula is a famous green competitor that, in terms of medicinal properties, is compared to Aloe vera.
And although it is regarded as a natural medicine, crassula should only be applied externally and with caution.
The reason for caution is that it has the ability to collect arsenic. However, in houseplants, this ability is decreased because the soil in which they grow is poor or non-arsenic compared to wild plants in Africa or Asia.
Calluses
Among the money trees, its leaves are renowned with being applied to calluses. Although, oddly enough, “callus” is a very common name for this plant.
Before using it, you need to get rid of the transparent fabric from the surface of the leaf. Then, stick the leaf over the callus, secure it with a bandage or adhesive patch, and leave it on overnight.
It can also be applied on areas with burns, but only on minor burns without blisters.
Bruises, cuts and scrapes
ADVERTISEMENT
