The Origin of Sea Buckthorn
Sea buckthorn originally comes from Nepal and spread from there to Russia, China, Canada, Mongolia and the Scandinavian countries. Today, the leading cultivation regions include France, China and Germany.
The Latin name for sea buckthorn is hippohae rhamnoides and literally means “shining horse, buckthorn-like.” Etymologically, this goes back to the fact that in ancient times, sea buckthorn was mixed into horses’ feed to make their coats shine, while “buckthorn-like” refers to the wild plant’s strong thorns.
Sea Buckthorn – A Versatile All-Rounder
The bioactive substances in sea buckthorn, which work both internally and externally, are becoming increasingly popular in food and cosmetics. Many of the components of sea buckthorn plants are essential substances that the human body cannot produce itself and must therefore obtain from external sources. Due to the abundance of its valuable ingredients and beneficial properties, sea buckthorn can be considered a regional superfood. This makes sea buckthorn a versatile all-rounder.
Harnessing the Power of Sea Buckthorn
The characteristics of the sea buckthorn plant have a positive effect on the body and well-being in a figurative sense. The plant’s thorns can thus be seen as a symbol of its ability to defend itself. In difficult situations, it is often necessary to protect oneself and set boundaries.
The fact that the sea buckthorn plant survives with extremely few nutrients is a sign of exceptional vitality and strength. Born of barren conditions, it accumulates exceptionally high concentrations of active ingredients in all its parts, including branches, flowers, leaves, fruits and seeds.
