SORGUL ŞÊXO

Hesekê –Purslane is an important plant naturally found as a weed in field crops and lawns. It is a fast-growing herbaceous with succulent leaves and stems. Purslane flowers grow from late spring through late summer. It is used for the treatment of many diseases because it contains many vitamins. 40-year-old Fehima Ebdulrehmen, who lives in the Tall Tamr town of Hesekê (Hasakah), collects purslanes in summer although she is a diabetic patient.

“It is medicine for many diseases”

Indicating that purslane is good for many diseases, Fehime Ebdulrehmen says that it offers protection against cardiovascular disease, cancers, and a number of chronic diseases. “I eat often purslane because it balances my blood sugar levels. If you eat raw purslane, it will help you to get rid of scars on your body. It should be grown everywhere because it treats many diseases.”