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Save a life. Click a button.</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Herb Spells</U></B></div> <bR> <div> <I><B><U>Remember free will, karma and personaol gain and the Rede.</U></B></I></div> <bR> <div> <IMG SRC="07ad4e50.gif" border=0 width="212" height="229" ALT="Bitmap Image" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> FLEA REPELLANT PILLOWS</div> <div> 2 parts pennyroyal 1 part thyme 1 part wormwood</div> <div> Herbs may be cut or whole; construct a pillow for your pet to sleep on and then stuff it</div> <div> with the pennyroyal, thyme, wormwood. This makes a nice gift for those favorite</div> <div> dogs in your life. These herbs help to repel fleas naturally and without harsh chemicals.</div> <div> INSECT REPELLENT SACHET</div> <div> Combine together in a bowl:</div> <div> 4 parts Tansy 4 parts patchouli 2 parts lavender 1/2 of 1 part powdered orris root.</div> <div> Mix the ingredients together fill cloth bags made from remnants. Tie off with a bow.</div> <div> These make great craft show items, inexpensive gifts or neat items for gift baskets.</div> <div> BASIL: PROPERTIES AND USES</div> <div> Basil is a stimulating and antidepressant oil which relieve mental fatigue, clears the mind,</div> <div> and improves concentration. It is expectorant and antiseptic, used for all types of chest</div> <div> infections, also good for congested sinuses, chronic colds, head colds and whooping cough.</div> <div> The antispasmodic and carminative properties of basil help to relieve abdominal pains,</div> <div> indigestion, and vomiting. It works well on tired muscles, especially in massage oil used</div> <div> after hard physical work or strenuous exercise, it also eases arthritis and gout.</div> <div> It is reputed to be one of the best nerve tonics among all essential oils.</div> <div> JEWELWEED SALVE RECIPE</div> <div> First make an infused oil using the Jewelweed.</div> <div> 2 ounces of dried herb or 4 ounces fresh herb and 2 cups of any vegetable oil-</div> <div> (you can use olive oil, almond oil, sesame oil, soy oil).</div> <div> Combine ingredients in a double-boiler on low heat and let the herb "cook" for 1 to 2 hours.</div> <div> Strain into a sterilized jar. (If your not going to use the oil right away to make salve, then</div> <div> add 1/4 tsp. Vitamin E oil or Tincture of Benzoin for preservative).</div> <div> To make the salve:</div> <div> Gently heat 4 ounces of the infused oil in the top of a double-broiler type pan.</div> <div> Add approximately 1 Tbsp of beeswax or paraffin. Let melt.</div> <div> Add 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon Vitamin E oil or Tincture of Benzoin to act as a preservative.</div> <div> Mix well. Pour or spoon into a jar. Let cool and cap.</div> <div> This is great stuff! You can purchase dried Jewelweed</div> <div> Herb from a Health-Food Store or by mail-order.</div> <div> HERBS FOR EVERY SIGN</div> <div> Herbs can be mixed and combined to produce a "recipe" that's just right for each of us.</div> <div> Since the Sun sign you were born under has such an amazing influence on your health and</div> <div> well-being, using the herbs that correspond with that sign alone can be a tremendous help in</div> <div> times of stress or illness. Here's a short list of herbs that seem to be tailor-made for each of the</div> <div> signs, due to their associations with both the planetary ruler and the positive qualities of that sign.</div> <div> Aries - Mars</div> <div> Allspice, basil, cayenne, garlic, ginger, mustard, onion, pepper.</div> <div> It's no secret that Aries is the astrological equivalent of a bullet.</div> <div> It's a red-hot burst of energy that's capable of overcoming any</div> <div> obstacle by charging straight for it. The ruler of Aries is Mars, the "red"</div> <div> planet, the ancient god of war who was known for his equally fiery</div> <div> temperament. No wonder, then, the herbs that correspond with your sign</div> <div> are also a bit "hot" to the taste. Use them in cooking to raise your</div> <div> endorphins, the substance Mars loves best.</div> <div> Taurus - Venus</div> <div> Apple, apricot, blackberry, cherry, heather, hibiscus, raspberry, rose.</div> <div> Taurus is the sign that's fondest of the pleasures that life inside</div> <div> these bodies can provide. Whether it's a blazing sunset, a symphony by</div> <div> Mozart, or a delicious meal, you folks are experts at enjoying the</div> <div> physical delights of the senses. It's no surprise that the herbs you'll</div> <div> enjoy most are the sweet ones, since your planet, Venus, is the</div> <div> purveyor of sweetness. Use each of them to satisfy that sweet tooth.</div> <div> Gemini - Mercury</div> <div> Clover, eyebright, fennel, lemongrass, lemon verbena, marjoram, parsley.</div> <div> Your quick-witted, fleet-footed energy just loves variety - in fact, the</div> <div> expression "variety is the spice of life" was written with you in mind.</div> <div> Each of these herbs provide a different type of taste, and most can be</div> <div> combined in a light, aromatic tea you can sip on the run. Use clove or</div> <div> slippery elm to protect against gossip and to keep your thoughts and</div> <div> actions grounded.</div> <div> Cancer - Moon</div> <div> Aloe, lemon balm, chamomile, mimosa, lavender, lilac.</div> <div> Nurturing is your business, Cancer, and you distribute your soothing</div> <div> touch to one and all. There's nothing you like better than a home that</div> <div> smells good, too, whether it's because there's something wonderful</div> <div> simmering on the stove, a vase of fresh flowers on the dining room</div> <div> table, or a warm, fragrant bubble bath waiting for you upstairs. Each</div> <div> of the herbs listed above are known for their ability to calm, heal, or</div> <div> bring a wonderful aroma to the environment. Use aloe to soothe burns</div> <div> and scrapes and chamomile for a wonderful bedtime tea.</div> <div> Leo - Sun</div> <div> Chicory, cinnamon, goldenseal, rosemary, St. John's Wort, sandalwood.</div> <div> Your planet is the Sun, Leo, the source of life and warmth that keeps</div> <div> us all alive and provides us with the energy we need to keep pursuing our</div> <div> life's quest. It makes perfect sense, then, that the bright, cheerful</div> <div> sunflower would be the perfect representation of your equally bright</div> <div> and happy sign. Herbs like goldenseal and St. John's Wort are tailor-made</div> <div> for you, too, since their ability to keep the body resistant to illness</div> <div> and depression are well known. Mix a bit of chicory with your morning</div> <div> coffee to help remove any obstacles that come up.</div> <div> Virgo - Mercury</div> <div> Caraway, dill, eyebright, horehound, lily of the valley, marjoram, savory.</div> <div> Your quick-thinking meticulous sign likes nothing better than a mental</div> <div> challenge, Virgo, whether it's organizing a pile of papers at the</div> <div> office, solving a puzzle, or learning a new skill. The herbs listed</div> <div> above are all well known for their subtle abilities to strengthen the</div> <div> mind, and many can be mixed together in teas to give you a boost you</div> <div> often need at the end of a long day. The lily of the valley seems</div> <div> perfect for you, too, with its subtle, "clean" scent and delicate flowers.</div> <div> Libra - Venus</div> <div> Catnip, passion flower, persimmon, rose, sugar cane, violet.</div> <div> There's no sign as fond of pleasing others as yours, Libra, whether it's</div> <div> by saying just the right thing to bring warring factions together, or by</div> <div> using your polite charm to draw the object of your desires closer. Of</div> <div> course, catnip is famous for its effects on our feline friends, but its</div> <div> also traditionally used in conjunction with rose petals to bring loving</div> <div> relationships that last forever. Since you're ruled by Venus, you're</div> <div> capable of being every bit as sweet as the sugar cane - but if you need</div> <div> a bit of help to attract a beloved, use this potent plant (sugar cane)</div> <div> that's long been used to conjure love - sweetly.</div> <div> Scorpio - Pluto/Mars</div> <div> Ginseng, dill, patchouli, pomegranate, saffron, vanilla.</div> <div> As fond as you are of intensity and intimacy, Scorpio, it's no wonder</div> <div> the herbs you'll love best are famous for their use in stirring up</div> <div> passion. Drink ginseng tea (or offer some to your beloved) to induce a</div> <div> magnetic physical attraction. Wear patchouli to arouse lust and silently</div> <div> conjure the magic of the Beltane rituals. Present the object of your</div> <div> desire with a pomegranate, the fruit traditionally associated with</div> <div> seductive Pluto, your ruling planet.</div> <div> Sagittarius - Jupiter</div> <div> Anise, clove, fig, hyssop, mugwort, myrtle, nutmeg, rosemary, sage.</div> <div> There's no sign that hangs on to youth with more fervency and</div> <div> determination than yours Sagittarius. To keep that youthful appearance</div> <div> and disposition going as you travel the world in search of yet another</div> <div> experience, drink a tea made of anise, rosemary, and Vervain. To aid in</div> <div> making your dreams more prophetic than they already are, use mugwort.</div> <div> Burn clove incense to attract the wealth you'll need to pay for your travels.</div> <div> Capricorn - Saturn</div> <div> Comfrey, horsetail, mint, poppy, sassafras, woodruff.</div> <div> You've always been described as a very "focused" sign, Capricorn, intent</div> <div> on self-sufficiency and material success. The influence of your planet,</div> <div> Saturn, gives you the ambition and self-discipline to attain those</div> <div> goals, and to ensure success and prosperity in business matters, too.</div> <div> Each of the herbs mentioned above are known for their ability to attract</div> <div> that success, and most can be mixed together in a tea.</div> <div> Aquarius - Uranus/Saturn</div> <div> Anise, bittersweet, citron, dandelion, lemon verbena, rosemary, sage.</div> <div> Your sign is a cerebral one, Aquarius, and your ability to turn "odd" or</div> <div> eccentric ideas into strokes of genius is well known. Since</div> <div> communication (and mass communication in particular) is your specialty,</div> <div> the herbs above are all associated with the air principle, which rules</div> <div> the intellectual side of life. To increase your already powerful</div> <div> intuition, use citron, clover, or rosemary. Above all else, listen to</div> <div> that intuition. It will seldom prove to be wrong.</div> <div> Pisces - Neptune/Jupiter</div> <div> Aloe, bay, cotton, eucalyptus, lavender, Norfolk Island pine, rue.</div> <div> As the most sensitive and psychic of all signs, Pisces, yours is the one</div> <div> that requires help to ward off the adverse thoughts and intentions of</div> <div> others. Since you have no boundaries to keep you separate from others,</div> <div> you also need protection against negative influences. To that end, use</div> <div> rue, a powerful herb known to ward off ills of every kind. To stay</div> <div> positive and healthy keep a lavender plant growing either outside or inside your home.</div> <div> LAVENDER</div> <div> Lavendula officinale or L. vera Gender-masculine</div> <div> Planet-mercury Element-Air</div> <div> Powers-love, protection, sleep, chastity, longevity, purification, happiness, peace.</div> <div> Magical uses-love spells and sachets.</div> <div> Place lavender in clothes draws or attach to clothes to attract love.</div> <div> A piece of paper rubbed with lavender is excellent for writing love notes.</div> <div> The scent of it often attracts men (the essential oil was once worn by prostitutes).</div> <div> It also protects from the cruel treatment at the hands of a spouse if worn.</div> <div> The flowers are burned or smoldered to induce sleep and are scattered around the home to maintain its peace.</div> <div> It is so powerful that, if when you are depressed, you gaze upon the plant, and all sorrow will depart.</div> <div> The odor is conducive to long life, smell it often if this is a concern to you.</div> <div> It is also used for healing, carried to see ghosts, and to protect against the evil eye.</div> <div> SOME SNAPPY SUPERMARKET SPELL INGREDIENTS</div> <div> Chocolate is excellent for money. Spinach can help you get a job.</div> <div> Bitter foods will make you work harder, sweet foods will ease the pressure on a</div> <div> workaholic (try honey, not junk food).</div> <div> Apples are sacred to Aphrodite, so cut one in half and give it to your lover to enrapture them.</div> <div> Get the one you want out of your life out of it by serving them a bowl of turnips.</div> <div> They'll leave you-you won't have to do a thing.</div> <div> Ginger tea, or bathing with ginger will relieve stress.</div> <div> Oat in a sock, popped in the bath, promotes gentleness and soft beauty.</div> <div> Herbs</div> <div> ANEMONE: Protects against sickness</div> <div> ANGELICA: Lengthens life, protects from disease, exorcises evil</div> <div> BASIL: Protects from evil, aids love</div> <div> BORAGE: Generates courage, lifts spirits</div> <div> CARAWAY: Guards against theft, promotes love</div> <div> CEDAR CHIPS: Attracts money</div> <div> CINQUEFOIL: Brings love, aids in divination, protects from evil</div> <div> CLOVER: Brings luck, wealth, prosperity</div> <div> COMFREY: Aids healing</div> <div> CORNFLOWER: Promotes good eye-sight</div> <div> DILL: Protects from evil</div> <div> FENNEL: Purification</div> <div> MARJORAM: Ensures happiness in the afterlife</div> <div> MUGWORT: Alleviates female disorders, shows the future, protects from wild beasts</div> <div> MYRTLE: Love and peace</div> <div> PARSLEY: Protects from poison, promotes long life</div> <div> PLANTAIN: Cleanses and purifies</div> <div> ROSEMARY: Loyalty, devotion, love, strength</div> <div> SAGE: Promotes long life</div> <div> ST. JOHN'S WORT: Exorcisms, dispels evil</div> <div> SOLOMON'S SEAL: Heals Wounds</div> <div> SUNFLOWER: To find a thief</div> <div> THYME: Courage, chivalry</div> <div> VALERIAN: Restores peace, harmony, togetherness</div> <div> VERVAIN: Reconciles enemies, protects from harm, ensures fidelity</div> <div> WILD THYME: Protects against nightmares.</div> <div> Dracena</div> <div> NAMES: Dragon's Blood - Dragon Lily</div> <div> Dracena means female dragon.</div> <div> MAGIC:</div> <div> Planet: Mars</div> <div> For : protection, inner power, love spells, exorcism, male sex magic Woody-stemmed plants</div> <div> of the tropical eastern hemisphere. They have orange or yellow roots, a crown of leathery</div> <div> leaves, and bloom with clusters of small white flowers. Propagated by cuttings or stem</div> <div> sections, they need moist roots and a warm climate. There are many varieties, some of which</div> <div> yield a red juice which, when thickened, is said to resemble the blood of dragons.</div> <div> Most varieties can be grown indoors.</div> <div> Dracena draco - Dragon Tree</div> <div> MAGIC:</div> <div> Exudes dragon's blood, a dark red resin that burns with a bright flame.</div> <div> Large palm-like tree of the Canary Islands that grows to 70 feet tall and 45 feet around.</div> <div> The trunk and lower branches are bare; a rosette of thick, stiff, rigid, pointed fleshy leaves</div> <div> grows from the top of the tree. The leaves, with translucent edges that are sometimes outlined</div> <div> in red, grow to 2 feet long. It blooms with greenish-white flowers that look like clusters of lilies.</div> <div> The fruit is an orange berry. Dragon's blood seeps from cracks in the trunk of the tree.</div> <div> Propagated by seed, it dislikes isolation and excessive humidity. Dragon trees live very long;</div> <div> a tree in Tenerife was reputed to be over 6000 years old. Ancient trees have a slight fragrance.</div> <div> It can be grown as a houseplant.</div> <div> MEDICINE: The tree has medicinal applications</div> <div> USES: Resin is used to color varnishes</div> <div> Dracena marginata- Madagascar Dragon Tree</div> <div> Branching, slow-growing, tree-like plant with slender, twisting,</div> <div> cane-like trunks that grows to 12 feet. It has rosettes of fleshy, deep olive</div> <div> green leaves that are edged in red.</div> <div> Dracena ombet</div> <div> NAMES: Arabic: Om Beit (Mother of the House)</div> <div> Small tree-like plant with sword-shaped leaves. The stem and branches</div> <div> are forked. It blooms with pannicles of delicate pink flowers. The fruit</div> <div> is a round berry.</div> <div> Dracena goldieana</div> <div> NAMES: Dragon Queen - Queen of Dracenas</div> <div> African plant with thin canes that grows to 10 feet. It has a rosette of glossy, deep green, leathery</div> <div> leaves with pale green markings. Dragon Queen blooms at night with fragrant white flowers.</div> <div> It needs porous soil and a humid climate.</div> <div> Dracena fragrans - Dragon Lily</div> <div> Rare plant that grows in the mountains near Sudan. It is often cultivated as a houseplant.</div> <div> Dracena goddsefiana - Gold Dust Dracena</div> <div> Shrubby plant with whorls of thin, leathery, deep green leaves that are</div> <div> glossy and have yellow spots. It blooms with greenish-yellow flowers. The fruit is a red berry.</div> <div> ROSE DEW</div> <div> Dew should be collected from organically grown roses.</div> <div> Non-organic roses are frequently sprayed with highly toxic chemicals, some will cause allergic</div> <div> reactions or worse! They aren't safe even if you have never seen them being sprayed either,</div> <div> systemic poisons are injected or placed around the roots of the plant and will result in the same</div> <div> exposure to these toxins. Even organically grown roses are occasionally sprayed with sulfur and</div> <div> other solutions to keep fungi at bay, so this will affect the working. Sulfur will actually oppose this</div> <div> working with its repelling tendencies. Ideally, the roses will be your own, or from a garden you are</div> <div> familiar with so you know that it has been at least two weeks since any sprays have been applied.</div> <div> To collect the dew, have a very clean, well wrung out, natural sea sponge or</div> <div> color-free cellulose sponge. Armed with your sponge and a small bottle, go to the roses late at</div> <div> night or very early in the morning, during the waxing moon is best. Dab the dew from the flowers</div> <div> and some leaves and occasionally wring the sponge out into the bottle.</div> <div> This shouldn't take long, maybe 15 minutes to collect what is needed, (depending on the</div> <div> humidity in your area) but get extra as long as you are there for future use.</div> <div> Separate the excess from what you will be using for any immediate workings.</div> <div> To the bottle that you will be putting up for storage add:</div> <div> 3 drops of ethyl alcohol, brandy, or rubbing alcohol or 9 drops of commercial vanilla extract</div> <div> and a small pinch of sea salt.</div> <div> This will keep it fresh for several months, and refrigerate as well.</div> <div> Exposure to light will ruin the solution, as with many extracts and infusions, so keep it in the dark</div> <div> or in an amber or cobalt glass vial. If you cannot collect Rose Dew in this manner, substitute</div> <div> rose water in your spells. Rose water can be readily purchased from most grocers, drug stores</div> <div> or Mediterranean food markets.</div> <div> SOME HERBS AND THEIR USES FOR INCREASING LUCK</div> <div> ALLSPICE is burned as an incense to attract money or luck, and is also</div> <div> added to such mixtures.</div> <div> ALOE is hung over houses and doors in Africa to bring good luck.</div> <div> BAMBOO placed over the door is lucky, since its wood never changes color.</div> <div> BANYAN TREES bring good luck when sat under or looked at.</div> <div> BLUEBELL brings luck when it is picked up and the following words recited:</div> <div> Bluebell, bluebell, bring me some luck before tomorrow night. Slip it into</div> <div> your shoe to seal the spell.</div> <div> CALAMUS brings good luck to the gardener when grown.</div> <div> COTTON, placed in a sugar bowl will attract good luck, as it will if cotton is thrown over</div> <div> the right shoulder at dawn. In the latter case, the good luck will come before the day is over.</div> <div> DAFFODIL plucked and worn next to the heart will bring good luck.</div> <div> FERN brings good luck to the person who breaks the first fern frond of Spring.</div> <div> HOLLY is carried to promote good luck, especially by men, since the holly</div> <div> is a 'male' plant. (Ivy is the corresponding plant for women.) It is also hung around the</div> <div> house for good luck at Yule.</div> <div> IRISH MOSS is carried or placed beneath rugs to increase luck and to ensure a steady</div> <div> flow of money into the house or pockets of the person.</div> <div> JOB'S TEARS: Three seeds are carried for good luck.</div> <div> KAVA-KAVA tea is drunk to offer protection against evil and to invite in good luck in Polynesia.</div> <div> LUCKY HAND (hand of Power, Hand Root, Helping Hand, Salap) is the root of an orchid plant</div> <div> and is one of the most famous New Orleans magical botanicals. It has long been placed in</div> <div> sachets and conjure bags for luck and general success...</div> <div> MOSS, taken from a gravestone and carried in your pocket, is a good ensure of luck, especially financial luck.</div> <div> OLIVE leaves, worn, bring luck.</div> <div> ORANGE peel is added to prosperity powders, incenses and mixtures, and the Chinese</div> <div> have long considered oranges symbols of luck and good fortune.</div> <div> PERSIMMON: If you wish to have good luck, bury green persimmons.</div> <div> PINEAPPLE, dried, is placed in bags and added to baths to draw good luck to the bather.</div> <div> STRAW is lucky, hence it is often carried in small bags. For a home luck talisman, take a</div> <div> used horseshoe and some straw, sew up into a small bag, and place it above or below the bed.</div> <div> VETIVERT is carried to attract luck.</div> <div> VIOLET flowers are carried to bring changes in luck and fortune.</div> <div> WOOD ROSE is carried to attract good luck and fortune.</div> <div> Also place some in the home to ensure it is lucky as well.</div> <div> ABOUT THE COMMON HERBS</div> <div> Aloe (Aloe vera) : Called the "Burn Plant" because of its effect on burns of all</div> <div> types. It is the best herb for sunburn. Aloe is also effective in spells for</div> <div> preventing accidents involving fire or heat. A charged Aloe growing in your</div> <div> kitchen affords not only it's healing properties, but also protection against</div> <div> kitchen burns and fires.</div> <div> Anise (Pimpinella anisum) : A daily cup of anise tea will preserve youth. Anise</div> <div> burned on charcoal before bed will promote prophetic dreams.</div> <div> Balm (Melissa officinalis) : Bathe in a bath of Balm to attract love. Add to</div> <div> incense and sachets for love and to promote healing.</div> <div> Barley (Hordeum spp.) : Sprinkle Barley around the perimeter of your yard [or</div> <div> on windowsills] to ward off evil. A few grains under your doormat will offer</div> <div> protection and repell negativity and evil that would enter.</div> <div> Basil (Ocimum basilicum) : Basil oil rubbed on a green candle before burning</div> <div> will attract wealth. The incense smoke is beneficial for the same, plus</div> <div> banishing, exorcising and for protection. It also makes one hell of a spagetti sauce!</div> <div> Blackberry (Rubus villosus) : To work your way through a bramble of</div> <div> blackberries is damn near impossible - but it is rumored to dispell, and protect</div> <div> from, all disease and evil.</div> <div> Caraway (Carum carvi) : Use in your wedding cake, and throw caraway seeds</div> <div> after the ceremony. It promotes lust and fidelity. Of course - it doesn't have to</div> <div> be your wedding night/cake.</div> <div> Catnip (Nepeta cataria) : Well, we've seen it's effect on our feline friends...</div> <div> giving your cat this herb can help create the psychic link needed for a familiar.</div> <div> Add catnip to your sachets to attract love [but keep it away from your cat].</div> <div> Cayenne (Capsicum annuum) : Eat a meal hot with cayenne before a night of</div> <div> Bacchanalian celebrating - it will curb drunkeness.</div> <div> Chamomile (Anthemsis nobilis) : Ancient Egytians assiciated Chamomile with</div> <div> Ra for its healing powers. Even other plants in your herb garden will benefit</div> <div> from this herb, as it repells insects & promotes healing. Chamomile also has the</div> <div> properties of attracting wealth.</div> <div> Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) : First cultivated and used in the East,</div> <div> Cinnamon was burned to purify the temple. It also promotes health, vigor and libido.</div> <div> Clove (Caryophyllus aromaticus) : burned smoked or ingested, clove promotes visions.</div> <div> Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) : If you see a puff off a dandelion, but</div> <div> there's no wind, rain is on the way. Also used to make a great wine, or tea.</div> <div> Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) : Ingested, Fennel promotes virility, fertility, and</div> <div> libido in general. Also acts as a protective herb.</div> <div> Garlic (Allium sativum) : Ropes of garlic are used to ward off evil. Garlic is</div> <div> also known as a lustful herb when ingested.</div> <div> Lavendar (Lavendula officinale) : Especially useful in attracting men.</div> <div> Lavendar promotes happiness and harmony in the home, whether burned or</div> <div> simply used in potpourri and sachets.</div> <div> Marigold (Calendula officianis) : Use as a visionary herb. Burn when doing a divination for love.</div> <div> Marjoram (Origanum majorana) : Use to dispel negativity and promote love & happiness.</div> <div> Onion (Allium cepa) : Ingested, onions can promote prophetic visions and</div> <div> dreams. Onion also promotes virility and libido.</div> <div> Parsley (Retroselinum sativum) : Promotes communion with the Maternal Aspect.</div> <div> Peppermint (Mentha piperita) : Burn before bed for phrophetic dreams.</div> <div> Peppermint tea aids in divination.</div> <div> Rosemary (Rosemarinus officinalis) : Increases memory and protects against</div> <div> evil. It has been used in conjunction with juniper berries for centuries to purify the air.</div> <div> Sage (Salvia officianus) : Promotes strength, courage, longevity and wisdom. It</div> <div> also banishes negativity and evil.</div> <div> Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) : Burn when asking advice of loved ones who have passed on.</div> <div> Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) : The herb of Witches. Use for cleansing and</div> <div> self-purification. Ingest with care. This can have side effects, and can make</div> <div> some people ill.</div> <div> Vervain (Verbena officinalis) : One of the Seven Sacred Herbs of the Druids.</div> <div> Aids in visionary work. The Welsh called it 'llysiaur hudol' - or enchanting</div> <div> herb. It promotes love, lust and sexual fulfillment. Use when performing sexual</div> <div> magic. An herb of artists - use before any artistic performances.</div> <div> Willow (Salix alba) : An herb of immortality.</div> <div> Wintergreen (Gaultheria procumbens) : Use to remove jinx. Also good for protecting children.</div> <div> Witch Hazel (Hamamelis virginica) : Excellent for making divining rods -</div> <div> which can be used to find more than just water.</div> <div> HERBS AND THEIR PROPERTIES</div> <div> The following is a list of common witches' herbs and magickal properties:</div> <div> ACACIA: divination</div> <div> ADDER"S TONGUE: divination</div> <div> ANGELICA: excorcism, healing, and protection against evil influences.</div> <div> AVENS: soul purification.</div> <div> BASIL: exorcism, love spells and protection against evil influences.</div> <div> BAY: clairvoyance, healing, good luck and protection against evil influences.</div> <div> BERGAMOT: prosperity.</div> <div> CAMPHOR: divination.</div> <div> CATNIP: love spells.</div> <div> CARNATION: psychic healing.</div> <div> CEDAR: healing, prosperity and sanctification.</div> <div> CHAMOMILE: sleep potions.</div> <div> CINNAMON: clairvoyance, healing and love spells.</div> <div> CINQUEFOIL: prosperity.</div> <div> CLOVES: diviation, exorcism, love and spiritual purification.</div> <div> CLOVER: anti-sorcery, counterspells and protection against evil influences.</div> <div> CORIANDER: love spells.</div> <div> DILL: anti-sorcery and protection against evil influences.</div> <div> DRAGON'S BLOOD: exorcism and love spells.</div> <div> ELDER: aphrodisiac, love spells and prosperity.</div> <div> FENNEL: healing and purification.</div> <div> FERN: exorcism and spells to attract rain.</div> <div> FRANKINCENSE: consecration, divination, exorcism, healing, love spells and spiritual purification.</div> <div> GARDENIA: healing and love spells.</div> <div> GARLIC: exorcism, protection against evil influences and purification.</div> <div> GINGER: aphrodisiacs and love spells.</div> <div> HAWTHORNE FLOWERS: clairvoyance and divination.</div> <div> HAZEL: aphrodisiacs and love spells.</div> <div> HONEYSUCKLE: divinaton.</div> <div> HOPS: healing and sleep potions.</div> <div> JASMINE: aphrodisiacs and love spells.</div> <div> JUNIPER: aphrodisiacs, exorcism, healing, love spells and protection against evil influences.</div> <div> LAVENDER: aphrodisiacs and love spells.</div> <div> LEMON BALM: healing and love spells.</div> <div> LEMON GRASS: divination.</div> <div> LILAC: exorcism.</div> <div> LOVAGE: aphrodisiacs and love spells.</div> <div> MACE: divination.</div> <div> MALLOW: exorcism.</div> <div> MANDRAKE ROOT: aphrodisiac, cursing enemies, love spells, protection</div> <div> against evil influences and spells to ncrease psychic powers.</div> <div> MARJORAM: prophetic dreams and protection against evil influences.</div> <div> MINT: exorcism and healing.</div> <div> MUGWORT: astral projecton, clairvoyance, divination, prophetic dreams, and Spells to increase psychic powers.</div> <div> MYRRH:consecration, exorcism, healing and meditation.</div> <div> MYRTLE: sleep potions.</div> <div> NUTMEG: divination and healing.</div> <div> ORRIS ROOT: clairvoyance and divination.</div> <div> PASSION FLOWER: sleep potions.</div> <div> PATCHOULY: invocation of elemental powers.</div> <div> PEONY ROOT: anti-sorcery and protection against evil influences.</div> <div> PINE: prosperity.</div> <div> ROSE: divination, healing and love spells.</div> <div> ROSEMARY: counterspells, healing, love spells and purification.</div> <div> RUE: exorcism and hexing of enemies.</div> <div> SAFFRON: love spells.</div> <div> SANDALWOOD: consecration, healing and protecting against evil influences.</div> <div> SASSAFRASS: prosperity.</div> <div> SERPENTARIA ROOT: aphrodisiacs and love spells.</div> <div> SOLOMON'S SEAL: exorcism.</div> <div> THISTLE: exorcism.</div> <div> THYME: divination and healing.</div> <div> TONKA: love spells and prosperity.</div> <div> VERVAIN: anti-sorcery, astral projection and sleep potions.</div> <div> VIOLET: Healing and love spells.</div> <div> WILLOW: healing.</div> <div> WOOD ALOE: prosperity.</div> <div> WOODRUFF: prosperity.</div> <div> WORMWOOD: clairvoyance, divination and good luck.</div> <div> YARROW: divination, exorcism, love spells, prophetic dreams,and spells to increases psychic powers.</div> <div> YERBA SANTA: healing.</div> <div> DANGEROUS PLANTS</div> <div> NEVER EAT OR INGEST ANY OF THE FOLLOWING:</div> <div> Avoid experimenting with ANY the following plants.</div> <div> Some of them possess highly potent medical properties and should only be used by the truly</div> <div> experienced witch or herbalists.</div> <div> Many are poisonous in part or in whole and cause serious illness or death if not used properly.</div> <div> Aconite Bittersweet Black nightshade Blue flag Burning bush Calabar bean</div> <div> Calico bush Camphor Castor oil plant (seeds) Celandine Christmas rose (root)</div> <div> Cowbane Daffodils Deadly nightshade Dog's mercury Elkweed Ergot</div> <div> Flag lily Foxglove Gelsemium Hemlock Hellebore Henbane Holly (seeds)</div> <div> Honysuckle (vine and fruits) Horse balm Ilex Impatiens pallida Indian arrowroot</div> <div> Inkberry Jack-in-the-pulpit (root) Jerusalem cherry Jimsonweed Laburnum (seeds)</div> <div> Laulel (seeds) Mandrake Mayapple (roots, leaves, seeds)</div> <div> Monkshood (fine as a rub - The smallest amount is deadly if used internally)</div> <div> Mistletoe (seeds) Poisetta Poison Dogwood, Flag, Hemlock, Ivy, Oak, and Sumac</div> <div> Poke root Rosebay Springle tree (seeds) Spurge Swallow wort Thorn apple</div> <div> Tobacco (Believe it! This IS a deadly poison if concentrated and eaten)</div> <div> Wahoo Wake-robin Water dropwort White hemlock White bryony</div> <div> Winter rose Wood anemone (seeds) Yellow jasmine Yew (seeds and berries)</div> <div> HERBOLOGY DEFINITIONS</div> <div> Alterative - Producing a healthful change without perception</div> <div> Anodyne - Relieves pain</div> <div> Anthelmintic - A medicine that expels worms</div> <div> Aperient - Gently laxative without purging</div> <div> Aromatic - A stimulant, spicy</div> <div> Astringent - Causes contraction and arrests discharges</div> <div> Antibilious - Acts on the bile, relieving bilousness</div> <div> Antiemetic - Stops vomiting</div> <div> Antileptic - Relieves siesures</div> <div> Antiperiodic - Arrests morbid periodic movements</div> <div> Anthilic - Prevents formation of stones in urinary organs</div> <div> Antirheumatic - Relieves rheumatism</div> <div> Antiscorbutic - Cures or prevents scurvy</div> <div> Antiseptic - aims at stopping putrification</div> <div> Antispasmodic - Relieves or prevents spasms</div> <div> Antisyphilitic - Having affect or curing STD</div> <div> Carminative - Expels gas in the bowels</div> <div> Carthatic - Evacuating from the bowels</div> <div> Cephalic - Remedies used in diseases of the head</div> <div> Cholagogue - Increases flow of bile</div> <div> Condiment - Improves flavor of food</div> <div> Demulcent - Soothing, relieves inflammation</div> <div> Deobstruent - Removes obstruction</div> <div> Depurative - Purifies the blood</div> <div> Detergent - Cleansing to boils, ulcers, wounds etc</div> <div> Diaphoretic - Produces perspiration</div> <div> Discutient - Dissolves and heals tumors</div> <div> Diuretic - Increases flow of urine</div> <div> Emetic - Produces vomiting</div> <div> Emmenagogue - Promotes menstruation</div> <div> Emollient - Softens and soothes inflamation</div> <div> Esculent - Eatable as food</div> <div> Expectorant - Facilitates espectoration</div> <div> Febrifuge - Abates and reduces fever</div> <div> Hepatic - For diseases of the liver</div> <div> Herpatic - Remedy for skin diseases of all types</div> <div> Laxative - Promotes bowel action</div> <div> Lithontryptic - Dissolves calculi in urinary organs</div> <div> Maturating - Ripens or brings boils to a head</div> <div> Mucilaginous - Soothing to all inflammations</div> <div> Nauseant - Produces vomiting</div> <div> Nervine - Acts specifically on nervous system, stops nervous excitment</div> <div> Opthalmicum - For eye diseases</div> <div> Parturient - Induces and promotes labor at childbirth</div> <div> Pectoral - For chest infections</div> <div> Refrigerant - Cooling</div> <div> Resolvent - Dissolves boils and tumors</div> <div> Rubifacient - Increases circulation and produces red skin</div> <div> Sedative - Nerve tonic, promotes sleep</div> <div> Sialogogue - Increases secretion of saliva</div> <div> Stomachic - Strengthen stomach, relieves indigestion</div> <div> Styptic - Stops bleeding</div> <div> Sudorfic - Produces profuse perspiration</div> <div> Tonic - Remedy which is invigorating and strengthing</div> <div> Vermifuge - Expels worms from the system</div> <div> HERBAL PREPARATIONS</div> <div> Decoctions</div> <div> A decoction is herbs that have been simmered in water.</div> <div> It is the best method for drawing the healing elements from tough plant parts such as bark</div> <div> roots, stems and heavy leaves. To make a decoction use 1 ounce of dried herbs to 1</div> <div> pint of water that has been brought to a boil. Keep water just below boiling for about 30</div> <div> minutes and let herbs simmer. Simmering may take up to 1 hour, depending on plant used.</div> <div> A higher heat than infusions is necessary because of the toughness of the plant parts.</div> <div> Decoctions should always be strained while hot, so that the matter that separates on</div> <div> cooling may be mixed again with the fluid by shaking when the remedy is used.</div> <div> Use glass, ceramic or earthenware pots, or clean, unbroken enameled cast iron.</div> <div> Do not use plain cast iron with astringent plants.</div> <div> Electuary</div> <div> When powders are mixed with syrup, honey, brown sugar, or glycerin to produce a more</div> <div> pleasant taste or to make them easier to use internally, they are called electuarys.</div> <div> These are rarely prepared in advance, but are done when needed.</div> <div> Different substances need different proportions of syrup. Light vegetable powders usually</div> <div> require twice their weight, gum resins 2/3 their weight, mineral substances about half their</div> <div> weight. If an electuary is made up in advance and it hardens, add more syrup. If it swells</div> <div> up and emits gas, merely beat it in a mortar.</div> <div> Extracts</div> <div> Extracts are solid substances resulting from the evaporation of the solution of vegetable</div> <div> principles. The extract is obtained in three ways: by expressing the juice of fresh plants, by</div> <div> using a solvent such as alcohol, or simmering a plant tea and reducing it to a thickened state.</div> <div> The last is done by simmering a plant and by repeating the process until most of the water</div> <div> used has evaporated, making a decoction. This gives a distillation of the most active</div> <div> principles in the plant. Add 1/4 teaspoon of alcohol (brandy, gin or vodka will do),</div> <div> glycerin, or tincture of benzoine to preserve the extract.</div> <div> Fomentations</div> <div> A fomentation is a strong herbal tea in which a clean cloth is dipped.</div> <div> The cloth can be filled with herbs. The cloth is then applied to the affected part.</div> <div> Infusions:</div> <div> This is the origin of the idea of witches potion. It is a process of soaking herbs in water.</div> <div> Hot Infusion : To make an infusion boil water. Add the boiled water to 1 teaspoon dried herb.</div> <div> Cover and let steep for 9-13 minutes. Strain, cool. Infusions are drunk as teas, added to bath,</div> <div> rubbed into furniture and floors, and to anoint body. Powdered Bark, root, seeds, resin and</div> <div> bruised nuts, seeds, bark and buds may be used in hot infusions.</div> <div> Cold infusion : Steep in cold water or cold milk for several hours.</div> <div> Wet, mashed herbs can be used internally as a tea or ad poultices on body.</div> <div> Oils:</div> <div> Aromatic oils and rectified alcohol can be combined. The oils seep into the alcohol to produce</div> <div> an essence. Oils may be captured by evaporation from flower petals. Vegetable, nut, or fruit</div> <div> oils can be used as a medium for steeping aromatic plants to extract volatile oils. Aromatic oils</div> <div> can also be steeped in alcohol to extract essence.</div> <div> To make an oil, pick your own fresh herbs or purchase dried herbs form a reputable source.</div> <div> Pack a large jar with the chosen herb and pour in any favorite mono unsaturated or</div> <div> polyunsaturated oil. Use enough to cover the herb. Close tightly. Label the jar and place in</div> <div> a sunny place for several weeks. Strain out the herb by pouring through cheesecloth into a fresh jar.</div> <div> Hold the cheesecloth over the opening of the jar containing the herbs and secure with a rubber band.</div> <div> Invert the jar and pour the infused oil through the cheesecloth.</div> <div> Before discarding the herbs, squeeze all the oil out of them. Repeat the entire procedure.</div> <div> Repack a clean jar with more of the same herb. Add the infused oil, plus enough additional</div> <div> oil to cover the herbs. Store again in sunlight. Strain again through cheesecloth. Pour the oil</div> <div> into a labeled jar and store until needed.</div> <div> Syrups:</div> <div> Medicinal syrups are formed when sugar is incorporated with vegetable infusions, decoctions,</div> <div> expressed juices, fermented liquors, or simple water solutions. Sometimes tinctures are added</div> <div> to a simple syrup, and the alcohol is evaporated. The tincture is sometimes combined with sugar</div> <div> and gently heated, or exposed to the sun until the alcohol is evaporated. The syrup is then</div> <div> prepared with the impregnated sugar and water. Refined sugar makes a clearer and better</div> <div> flavored syrup. Any simple syrup can be preserved by substituting glycerin for a certain</div> <div> portion of the syrup. Always make syrups in small quantities.</div> <div> To make an herbal syrup, add 2 ounces of dried herb with 1 quart water in a large pot.</div> <div> Boil down and reduce to 1 pint, then add 1-2 tablespoons of honey. If you want to use fresh</div> <div> fruit, leaves, or roots in syrups, you should double the amount of herbs. Store in refrigerator</div> <div> for up to a month. Honey-based syrups are simple and effective way to preserve healing</div> <div> qualities of herbs. Syrups can soothe sore throats and provide some relief from coughs.</div> <div> Teas:</div> <div> Home-made herbal teas are much more potent than the store bought teas.</div> <div> Their flavor can be quite strong and sometimes unpleasant. To make a tea, boil 1 pint of water.</div> <div> Add 1 ounce of dried herb tops ( leaves flowers, stems) steep 3 -5 minutes.</div> <div> Tinctures</div> <div> Tinctures are solutions of medicinal substances in alcohol or diluted alcohol.</div> <div> To make a tincture, grind plant parts with mortar and pestle (or a blender).</div> <div> Add just enough high-quality vodka, whiskey or grain alcohol to cover herbs.</div> <div> Let sit for 21 days then add a small quantity of glycerin (about 2 tbs per pint) and about</div> <div> 10 % volume of spring water.</div> <div> Strain and store in airtight amber colored glass. If kept cool and dry it will last for up to 5 years.</div> <div> Dose is usually 20 drops in a cup of tea or warm water, 4 times a day.</div> <div> For a stronger tincture place herbs in a cone-shaped piece of parchment paper.</div> <div> Pass alcohol repeatedly through the powdered or cut herb. Catch the slow drippings in a jar.</div> <div> When it has passed once, you may use it, but the more you repeat the process, the stronger</div> <div> the tincture will be. It is acceptable to dilute any alcohol tincture with water.</div> <div> Add 4 ounces of water and 1 teaspoon of glycerin for every pint of alcohol.</div> <div> The glycerin is optional, it is an additional preservative.</div> <div> Non Alcoholic Tincture</div> <div> Alcohol is a near perfect preservative of plant attributes.</div> <div> If for some reason you wish to evaporate the alcohol, add the tincture dose to a</div> <div> cup of water then add 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon of boiling water. Some herbs can be</div> <div> steeped in milk to make a milk tincture.</div> <div> Strain out the herbs, and store in a labeled jar in the refrigerator.</div> <div> Ointments</div> <div> An ointment is a soothing, healing, slightly oily or fatty substance into which the essence of</div> <div> a healing plant has been dissolved. This is done by heating the fat or oil with the plant until</div> <div> it loses its normal color and the oil or fat has absorbed the healing chemical principles. the</div> <div> plant is then strained out, and beeswax is added to harden the ointment. Preservatives such</div> <div> as drops of tincture of benzoin, poplar bud tincture, or glycerin are optional additions. If you</div> <div> make ointments in small batches and keep them tightly closed with paraffin wax, they don't decompose.</div> <div> The traditional folk, herbal, and pharmaceutical base for ointments is pork lard. Purify it by</div> <div> simmering and straining. It has healing abilities even without the addition of herbs, but so do</div> <div> a lot of fats and oils. It is said to have great drawing power.</div> <div> Purified, liquefied anhydrous lanolin is also used as a base for ointments.</div> <div> Lanolin is the substance washed from the wool of sheep.</div> <div> It comes in many levels of purity, so the results vary depending on the product.</div> <div> This oil is the closest to skin oil.</div> <div> Almond oil, cocoa butter, wheat germ, and vitamin E are neutral bases for ointments.</div> <div> If no other product is available, Vaseline may be used, but is listed here in case nothing else is available.</div> <div> All ointments must contain one substance that will thicken the final product.</div> <div> Lanolin is a thickener, as is cocoa butter. Both are non sticky and mix well with most other oils.</div> <div> Other useful but sticky thickeners are glycerin, honey, or liquid lecithin.</div> <div> Also, various powdered resins and gum swell up and thicken when first soaked in cold water,</div> <div> then simmered in gently boiling water, and added to preparations.</div> <div> Agar-agar and Irish moss are seaweed thickeners.</div> <div> Green apples provide and excellent acid fruit pectin that is a good addition to creams and ointments.</div> <div> While any of the above sticky and non sticky thickeners will help swell a product and keep it</div> <div> emulsified, you will still need some wax to harden a cold cream or ointment.</div> <div> Beeswax is perfect, although expensive. It may be combined with paraffin wax.</div> <div> Poultices</div> <div> A poultice is a raw or mashed herb applied directly to the body, or applied wet directly to the</div> <div> body, or encased in a clean cloth and then applied. Poultices are used to heal bruises, putrid</div> <div> sores, soothe abrasions, or withdraw toxins from an area. They may be applied hot or cold,</div> <div> depending on the health need. Cold poultices(and compresses) are used to withdraw the heat</div> <div> from an inflamed or congested area. Use a hot poultice or compress to relax spasms and for some pains.</div> <div> To make a poultice, use fresh or dried herbs that have been soaked in boiling water until soft.</div> <div> Mix with enough slippery elm powder to make poultice stick together. Place on affected part</div> <div> then wrap body part and poultice with clean cloth.</div> <div> Vinegars</div> <div> Herbs that are soluble in alcohol are usually soluble in vinegar, and are useful for salad vinegars,</div> <div> cosmetic vinegars, some liniments and preventive sickroom "washes".</div> <div> Waters</div> <div> Steeped herbs, water, and alcohol and steeped herbs plus honey and other fruits are often called waters.</div> <div> Sometimes extracts or spirits of various herbs, such as lavender, are also called waters.</div> <div> HERBAL REMEDIES</div> <div> GOLDENSEAL</div> <div> Studies show that this herb has antibiotic action.</div> <div> how to: For tea, 1/2 to 1 teaspoon powdered root per cup, steeped 10 minutes. Up to 2 cups per day.</div> <div> ROSEHIPS</div> <div> The "hip" is the part that remains when the petals fall off the flower. Rose hips contain vitamin C.</div> <div> how to: For tea, 2 to 3 teaspoons per cup, steeped 10 minutes. Drink as needed.</div> <div> CHAMOMILE</div> <div> This popular beverage herb can calm jangled nerves, relieve stomach distress, prevent ulcers,</div> <div> speed their healing, and help fight infection.</div> <div> how to: For tea, 2 to 3 heaping teaspoons per cup, steeped 10 to 20 minutes. Up to 3 cups per day.</div> <div> GARLIC</div> <div> When chewed or chopped, garlic is a potent natural antibiotic; it also has anti-viral properties.</div> <div> It reduces cholesterol and helps prevent the formation of internal blood clots that trigger heart</div> <div> attacks. how to: In food, season to taste. For tea, steep 6 cloves in a cup of cool water for 6 hours.</div> <div> SLIPPERY ELM BARK</div> <div> Historically used to soothe sore throats, coughs, and upset stomachs, this beneficial bark is still</div> <div> available in bulk and in herbal cough drops and throat lozenges.</div> <div> how to: For tea, 1 to 3 teaspoons of powdered bark per cup, boiled and simmered 15 minutes.</div> <div> Up to 3 cups per day.</div> <div> GINSING</div> <div> Ginseng stimulates the immune system, helps protect the liver from toxics, and increases</div> <div> stamina. In one animal experiment, it also increased sexual activity.</div> <div> how to: Follow package directions for teas, capsules, tablets, and tinctures.</div> <div> DANDELION</div> <div> Despised as a weed, dandelion can help relieve premenstrual bloating.</div> <div> Preliminary studies suggest possible anti-inflammatory effects.</div> <div> how to: For tea, 1/2 ounce dried leaf per cup, steeped 10 minutes. Up to 3 cups per day.</div> <div> FEVERFEW</div> <div> Several studies confirm feverfew's value in preventing migraines.</div> <div> how to: Chew two leaves a day, or take a pill or capsule containing 85milligrams of leaf</div> <div> material (feverfew is quite bitter). For tea, 1/2 to 1 teaspoon per cup, steeped 5 to 10 minutes.</div> <div> Up to 2 cups per day.</div> <div> RASBERRY LEAF</div> <div> This premier pregnancy herb is widely used to treat morning sickness and uterine irritability,</div> <div> and to help prevent threatened miscarriage. how to: For tea, 1 to 2 teaspoons per cup,</div> <div> steeped 10 minutes. Up to 3 cups per day.</div> <div> SPEARMINT/PEPPERMINT</div> <div> For indigestion, try a cup of mint tea after eating.</div> <div> how to: For tea, 1 teaspoon fresh or 2 teaspoons dried per cup, steeped 10 minutes.</div> <div> Reheat if desired. Up to 3 cups per day. For a relaxing bath, fill a cloth bag with a few handfuls</div> <div> of dried or fresh leaves, and run water over it.</div> <div> COMFREY</div> <div> This plant contains allantoin, which promotes the growth of new cells and gives it value as</div> <div> a wound treatment. how to: Place a bruised leaf on clean cuts or scrapes. Cover with a bandage.</div> <div> Warning: Do not use internally.</div> <div> SENNA</div> <div> This herb is a powerful laxative. Senna tastes terrible, so most herbalists recommend a</div> <div> tincture or a commercial product. To avoid abdominal distress, do not take more than the</div> <div> package directions specify.</div> <div> UVA URSI</div> <div> Research has shown that this bitter herb has diuretic and urinary antiseptic effects.</div> <div> Use it in addition to mainstream medical treatment.</div> <div> how to: One teaspoon per cup, boiled 10 minutes. Up to 3 cups per day.</div> <div> GINGER</div> <div> Ginger prevents motion sickness and may help prevent the internal blood clots that trigger</div> <div> heart attacks. how to: For motion sickness, take 2 to 3 capsules of 500 milligrams 30 minutes</div> <div> before departure. For tea, 2 teaspoons powdered or grated root per cup, steeped 10 minutes.</div> <div> Up to 3 cups per day.</div> <div> CHINESE EPHEDRA</div> <div> Commonly used to treat colds and asthma, Chinese ephedra (Ma Huang) can also raise blood</div> <div> pressure and cause insomnia and other problems. warning: Prior to using Chinese ephedra, seek</div> <div> advice from a health care practitioner, especially if you arepregnant or nursing.</div> <div> It should not be given to children under 13.</div> <div> LICORICE</div> <div> Licorice can soothe sore throats and treat ulcers.</div> <div> how to: For sore throat, add a pinch of root to tea. For ulcers, 1/2 teaspoon of powder per cup,</div> <div> boiled 10 minutes. Up to 2 cups per day. warning: Large doses can be dangerous.</div> <div> A WITCH'S MAGICKAL HERBAL</div> <div> There are many herbs that can be used for magickal purposes;</div> <div> Herbs are wonderful for magick - they can be burned or tied up in sachets or made into</div> <div> amulets to wear. (Not recommending that you ingest any of these herbs)</div> <div> Anise: purification, protection, keeps away nightmares</div> <div> Basil: purification, protection, exorcism, love, prosperity</div> <div> Chamomile: prosperity, meditation, calmness</div> <div> Cinnamon: psychic powers, protection, success, healing, clairvoyance, prosperity</div> <div> Dill: seeds draw money and protection, the flowers are used for love</div> <div> Hazel: mental powers, hazel nuts are used in fertility amulets or spells</div> <div> Lemon Balm: health, success, love</div> <div> Mugwort: divination, clairvoyance, psychic powers, protection,</div> <div> strongest when picked on a full moon night</div> <div> Nutmeg: clairvoyance, prosperity</div> <div> Parsley: purification, protection</div> <div> Peppermint: healing, purification</div> <div> Rosemary: protects from negativity, blessing, consecration, aids memory, protection rituals of all kinds</div> <div> Sage: healing, prosperity, wisdom</div> <div> Thyme: burn for purification, protection from negativity, clairvoyance</div> <div> Yarrow: for a happy marriage, defense, protection</div> <div> HERBAL SMOKING MIXTURES</div> <div> Medicinal Uses Herbs for the Lungs</div> <div> Mullein, Verbascum thapsus</div> <div> Mullein is a fine medicinal for the lungs, even when you smoke it. It soothes inflamed or infected lungs,</div> <div> and prevents coughing until infection or inflammation is broken. Then it aids in expectoration, helping to</div> <div> break up congestion and promote "effective" coughing. It was smoked to stop the coughing of</div> <div> tuberculosis years ago. It is wonderful for any kind of lung cleansing. Very gentle and non-toxic,</div> <div> you can use it anytime. If you are a smoker, and you are sick and can't stop coughing from a cold,</div> <div> you can smoke some Mullein instead of Tobacco. It may help you to stop coughing, and you will</div> <div> have smoked one less cigarette. If you are not a smoker, stick with tincture (extract) or Mullein tea.</div> <div> After all, there's no need to smoke when you're sick in your lungs.</div> <div> It also has almost no flavor and is a very light smoke.</div> <div> Crispy dried crushed Mullein is a lousy smoke. Be sure to keep it ever so slightly moist.</div> <div> Dried Mullein should be rubbed for the best results. It will become very fluffy and puffy.</div> <div> This fuzzy rubbed Mullein will burn evenly when smoked in a paper or pipe.</div> <div> It will hold other herbs that are in the form of small pieces and powder, and keep them evenly distributed.</div> <div> And it has no flavor! Ideal for a smoking base; I use it in almost every smoking mixture.</div> <div> I like the light green baby leaves found in the center of the first year basal rosette, but it's a</div> <div> matter of personal choice. Any leaf will work.</div> <div> Horehound, Marrubium vulgare, and Coltsfoot, Tussilago farfara</div> <div> These commonly used smoking ingredients are expectorants.</div> <div> They promote coughing and aid in the upward flow of mucus.</div> <div> Let me relate to you a story I have heard more times than I can count on my hands and my feet.</div> <div> The person hears that Coltsfoot was smoked by the Native Americans.</div> <div> They run to the health food store, roll up a cigarette of dried raspy Coltsfoot, and proceed to</div> <div> smoke it as if it was marijuana. After they cough a piece of their brains out, they decide that</div> <div> perhaps this wasn't such a good idea. However, the difference between poison and medicine is dosage.</div> <div> If used properly, these herbs are very effective healthful herbs.</div> <div> Mix these herbs in medium amounts with other herbs.</div> <div> If the mixture makes you cough too much, use less of the expectorant.</div> <div> They are ideal for a general lung cleanse, for the ending of respiratory flus and colds,</div> <div> when you're quitting Tobacco, and to get the crud out of you lungs in general.</div> <div> Do not use them when you are coughing up blood or if it hurts when you breathe.</div> <div> See a qualified health professional if this is the case. Also, do not use them when you can not stop</div> <div> coughing. If this is the case, stick with Mullein. Ideally theses mixtures should not make you</div> <div> cough incessantly, but just cough effectively once in a while, bringing up some of that excess phlegm.</div> <div> Jimson Weed Seeds, Datura</div> <div> One good reason to smoke an herb as a preferred method of ingestion is regulation of dosage.</div> <div> You can smoke an herb that is very strong and regulate the dosage safety.</div> <div> The difference between medicine and poison is dosage.</div> <div> Many plants are too strong to take internally safely. If you take a tea, it may take half an hour or</div> <div> more before you can tell how strong of a dosage you took. At that point it is too late to take less.</div> <div> When you smoke an herb the effects or side effects become</div> <div> apparent quickly. If the herb doesn't agree with you, you can stop before overdosing.</div> <div> Jimson weed is definitely a strong hallucinogen, poison, medicine any way you look at it.</div> <div> The dosage is all important. I do not recommend internal use of Datura without guidance.</div> <div> The use of Datura for a high by pimply adolescents looking for some fireworks is deplorable.</div> <div> Too many of them end up as newspaper reports. People have landed in the</div> <div> hospital for extended stays because of this plant.</div> <div> Used in the proper dosages, Datura can be a very effective treatment for a variety of problems.</div> <div> Smoke the crushed seeds only. The seeds are the mildest part of the plant. Just a few puffs will</div> <div> anesthetize your throat and lungs. This could be very helpful with some lung problems.</div> <div> You will not feel psychological effects from this small a dosage. I have used this method of</div> <div> taking this herb and will guarantee that you will not get high from two puffs. This plant does</div> <div> not agree with some people. If you feel light headed or nauseous, then stop smoking it.</div> <div> In some oversea countries, you may find that the cigarettes still contain Datura leaf.</div> <div> Datura has been used as smoking mixtures in a variety of cultures.</div> <div> Generally this is for their hallucinogenic effect and doesn't concern us in this book.</div> <div> Herbs to Quit Smoking Tobacco</div> <div> Let's face it, herbal smoking mixtures will not cause you to quit Tobacco.</div> <div> Only you can cause you to stop. Smoking mixtures can aid in the process if you are ready.</div> <div> A variety of mixtures can be helpful.</div> <div> At first, a thick bodied flavorful smoke with Lobelia and calming herbs is indicated.</div> <div> After the physical withdrawal is finished with, drop the Lobelia smoke and use a calming smoke</div> <div> with lots of astringent herbs for a heavy "Tobacco" smoke. In reality, no herbal smoking mixture</div> <div> tastes as "thick" as Tobacco. Be sure to add some Mullein and possibly some expectorants to</div> <div> aid in the cleansing process. Finally, you may wish to cut the astringents and just go with the very</div> <div> light Mullein alone. Mullein is so light it will feel as you aren't really smoking anything, and you will</div> <div> eventually lose interest in it. This regimen is an example, and can be modified to your own personal</div> <div> needs. Other herbs, taken as tea or tincture, may be helpful during the withdrawal process.</div> <div> A liver stimulant like Oregon Grape Root or Goldenseal may help your body remove the nicotine quicker.</div> <div> This won't make the withdrawal symptoms easier, but it will just speed it up.</div> <div> Salicylate herbs, like Willow and Oak, can help with headaches. Calming herbs like Skullcap,</div> <div> Valerian, and Parrot's Beak, are definitely indicated. After the physical addiction is broken, it's</div> <div> up to you to break the psychological addiction.</div> <div> Lobelia, Lobelia inflata</div> <div> Lobelia is another example of a strong herb whose dosage can be regulated by smoking.</div> <div> It is a very strong muscle relaxant and tranquilizer that should not be mixed with any other</div> <div> pharmaceutical tranquilizers or alcohol. It also is an expectorant. As an added bonus it is</div> <div> an alterative that increases your body's own natural defense mechanisms. All this makes it ideal as</div> <div> an herb to stop smoking with.</div> <div> Your body sees Lobelia's main ingredient, lobeline, as nicotine.</div> <div> Certain receptors in your body are waiting to be filled with nicotine and so you feel nicotine fits.</div> <div> Lobeline is the same shape as nicotine and fits into these receptor sites, fooling your body into</div> <div> thinking you've been smoking Tobacco. Lobeline, however, is not addictive when used properly</div> <div> for the short term.</div> <div> The prescription chewing gums that doctors prescribe to quit smoking have lobeline as the main ingredient.</div> <div> One day I had a wicked headache and took some Lobelia. It was a good solid dose;</div> <div> I had to sit down but my headache was gone. I went to light a cigarette, but after one</div> <div> puff I could not smoke any more. My body felt as if I had smoked too many cigarettes already.</div> <div> It was just the Lobelia.</div> <div> The important thing to remember about Lobelia is that it is so strong.</div> <div> When making tea, use a teaspoon per 1/2 gallon of water mixed with other herbs.</div> <div> For a smoking mixture add a pinch to a bag of other herbs. If you do take too much</div> <div> Lobelia will make you throw up over 90% of the time. Unfortunately, if you do not throw up,</div> <div> you can have respiratory failure from the sedative effects. This is a very difficult thing to do</div> <div> because you'll feel so wretched long before it's dangerous.</div> <div> In the United States Lobelia is illegal to sell for internal consumption. Certainly official reasons</div> <div> include the possibility of poisoning. Strangely enough Lobelia is extremely effective for a significant</div> <div> amount of asthmatics. For some people the tincture is useful in place of inhalers. I am sure that</div> <div> the powerful pharmaceutical companies losing a significant percentage of inhaler business has</div> <div> nothing to do with this law. When I was a pimply adolescent looking for psychic pyrotechnics,</div> <div> I found this ad in the back of High Times for legal highs. My friends and I purchased some</div> <div> Lobelia touted as a mild LSD type feeling.</div> <div> Leaving our parents and going on a camping trip, we promptly rolled thick joints of Lobelia</div> <div> which we smoked endlessly. After puking our guts out, we were left with headaches and not</div> <div> so vague feelings of depression. We were so bummed out we canceled the camping trip.</div> <div> The difference between poison and medicine is dosage. Personal note: almost all of the 15 or</div> <div> so herbs we tried during that time period had similar results.</div> <div> Lobelia is the herb for stopping smoking with its calming, expectorant, alterative, and nicotine</div> <div> mimicking effects. When making your mixture, add a pinch of Lobelia. If it's not satisfying, add more.</div> <div> HERBAL SMOKING MIXTURES</div> <div> Flavorings</div> <div> Sometimes an herbal smoking mixture can be quite bland, or the smoker may like</div> <div> menthol cigarettes. The herbs in this section are good for flavoring. Most are aromatic</div> <div> or good smelling herbs with no system wide effect when smoked.</div> <div> If you were to smoke these herbs alone full strength, they wouldn't taste good.</div> <div> They may even be irritating this way. Only add a little to the mixture and taste it.</div> <div> Experiment to find your own special flavor and strength. Go light handed at first.</div> <div> Feel free to go further in experimenting with flavors. Any smelly edible plant might</div> <div> be useful as a flavoring. Look in your spice and tea rack for possibilities like lemon grass, etc.</div> <div> Mints, Mentha sp.</div> <div> Mints are probably the most accessible and used flavoring agents for smoking mixtures.</div> <div> They impart a menthol flavor. This includes Spearmint, Peppermint, and all the numerous</div> <div> ornamental varieties such as Apple Mint, etc.</div> <div> Remember to go light so as not to irritate your lungs and throat.</div> <div> Mugwort Herbaceous Artemisia sp. (not shrubs)</div> <div> Mug means glass; Wort means plant. It's the mug plant used for beer in medieval times.</div> <div> It is also used today at country fairs and gatherings by the more esoteric beer makers.</div> <div> It replaces hops in the beer formulas.</div> <div> Mugwort is a very interesting plant deep in historical references. It is often said to promote</div> <div> prophetic dreams. It seems to me that Mugwort intensifies the dreaming process.</div> <div> It all depends on where you are in this process.</div> <div> If you don't dream, Mugwort will help you to dream, but you may not remember them.</div> <div> If you don't remember your dreams Mugwort will help you to remember them. If you remember</div> <div> your dreams, Mugwort will help you to have conscious dreams. Conscious dreams are dreams</div> <div> where you are aware that you are dreaming and in full control of the situation. If you are</div> <div> consciously dreaming already, the plant will increase the frequency and control.</div> <div> None of this implies that the dreams will be pleasant. Some people don't remember their</div> <div> dreams for a reason. Mugwort can cause nightmares and restless dreams leading to lack</div> <div> of sleep or poor quality of sleep.</div> <div> Certainly, Mugwort can lead to prophetic dreams if that is what you are into. I do not prefer that</div> <div> course of dream work. It is all up to you. One of my long term students feels that Mugwort is the</div> <div> most reality altering of all the psychotropics he's tried. Maybe you will too.</div> <div> These effects are most pronounced with long term exposure to the herb. Dream pillows, fresh</div> <div> bundles allowed to dry by your bed, and smoking over a period of weeks. You may not always</div> <div> experience the subtle effects with one joint.</div> <div> You can smoke Mugwort alone, but it's best to use as a flavoring agent because it is strongly</div> <div> aromatic. Mugwort can also be rubbed into a very good consistency as a carrier for the smoking</div> <div> mixture like Mullein but the flavor can overwhelm the mixture.</div> <div> Internal use of Mugwort has physiological effects on your stomach and female reproductive</div> <div> system but this will not transfer through smoking.</div> <div> Tarragon is a herbaceous Artemisia called Artemisia dranunculus or Dragon Sagewort.</div> <div> Sagebrush, shrubby Artemisia sp.</div> <div> Sagebrush is a shrub found growing throughout the desert western United States.</div> <div> It is in the Sunflower family and is not related in any way to the Salvia Sage used in cooking.</div> <div> It has been traditionally used to purify the environment. It is indeed an anti- bacterial for airborne bacteria.</div> <div> Often found in Sage sticks, and in stores labeled as Sage, it can be used as a flavoring for smoking mixtures.</div> <div> Native people used this plant like Salvia if they lived in an area where there was no Salvia.</div> <div> Sage including White, Black, and Hummingbird, Salvia sp.</div> <div> There are many kinds of Salvia Sages. Some are good to smoke as flavors including the white, black,</div> <div> purple and garden Sages. Some are not so pleasant but worth a try. Some of these Sages were used</div> <div> by Native Americans for purification rituals. They are in the mint family and are not related to Artemisia</div> <div> Sagebrush or Mugwort. These are also found in sage sticks.</div> <div> Lemon Balm, Melissa officinalis</div> <div> Melissa is an herb often escaped from gardens and easy to find in the Pacific Northwest growing</div> <div> wild in cities. It is a very mild and friendly calming herb that will add a peaceful lemony flavor to</div> <div> any blend.</div> <div> Yerba Buena , Satureja douglasii</div> <div> Yerba Buena is a good herb for flavoring that grows in the coastal west. It should not be confused</div> <div> with peppermint, which is also sometimes called Yerba Buena. It has a menthol flavor that should</div> <div> satisfy those people who like "Kools."</div> <div> Angelica, Angelica sp.</div> <div> Angelica has many physiological effects when taken internally.</div> <div> When smoked as a flavoring in small amounts, it should have no system wide effects.</div> <div> You can use the root, dried and powdered and thoroughly mixed with the rest of the blend.</div> <div> Feel free to experiment with the leaves and green seeds for different flavor and strengths.</div> <div> Osha, Oshala, Lovage , Ligusticum sp.</div> <div> Ligusticums are yet another very special herb that the Native Americans deemed powerful</div> <div> and sacred. Ligusticum porteri, Osha, is called Peyote's little sister. All native Ligusticums</div> <div> were held in high regard by the local Natives. As a smoke it is only a flavor. You can use the root,</div> <div> dried and powered, but I find that the root hairs, not usually used for their medicinal</div> <div> effects, to be the best for flavor.</div> <div> Clove</div> <div> A common kitchen spice used with a light hand. Use the powder. Clove cigarettes with Tobacco</div> <div> were very popular for a while. Clove can be very irritating to the esophagus and lungs. This, together</div> <div> with the exceptionally strong Tobacco found in these imported cigarettes, quickly caused lung and</div> <div> esophageal problems. I have known many singers who have lost their voices in a few weeks of clove</div> <div> cigarette smoking. So feel free to use it, but respect it.</div> <div> Lavender</div> <div> Use the flowers and rub them if you wish. I love the smell of lavender but I hate the taste of smoked</div> <div> dried lavender. Perhaps you will love it, feel free to check it out.</div> <div> Sweet Cicely, Osmorhiza sp.</div> <div> This is another local Pacific Northwest plant with a pleasant aromatic anise flavor. You can use the</div> <div> root dried, powdered if it smells good. Seeds are also useful.</div> <div> Ginger</div> <div> Use dried powder, thoroughly mixed with a light hand.</div> <div> Licorice</div> <div> Use dried powder, thoroughly mixed with a light hand.</div> <div> Anise</div> <div> For those who like the licorice flavor, try these seeds.</div> <div> HERBAL SMOKING MIXTURES</div> <div> This file may be reprinted and distributed freely as long as it remains unchanged.</div> <div> STANDARD SMOKING MIX</div> <div> Rubbed Mullein leaf as a base Kinnikinnik leaf, for body, finely broken</div> <div> Optionally Manzanita leaf and Pipsissewa for added body Optional flavoring herbs to taste</div> <div> ANOTHER FAVORITE MIX</div> <div> Rubbed Mullein leaf as a base Willow Bark, finely cut for body</div> <div> Skullcap Leaf, for calming effects Osha Root, finely ground for flavor</div> <div> Mix thoroughly. Mildly relaxing</div> <div> TO QUIT SMOKING</div> <div> Phase 1</div> <div> Rubbed Mullein leaf as a base Kinnikinnik leaf, for body, finely broken</div> <div> Manzanita leaf, for added body, finely broken Skullcap Leaf, for vitally needed calming effect</div> <div> Lobelia, as needed for lobeline Mint, small amounts for menthol cigarette smokers</div> <div> Phase 2</div> <div> Stop adding Lobelia.</div> <div> Add Coltsfoot, as needed, not so strong as to cause coughing fits</div> <div> Increase the Mullein Leaf Continue to add more Mullein until Phase 3, Mullein alone.</div> <div> EXPECTORANT BLEND</div> <div> Rubbed Mullein leaf as a base Coltsfoot, not so strong as to cause coughing fits</div> <div> Horehound, not so strong as to cause coughing fits Flavorings optional</div> <div> This blend is excellent for a general lung cleanse or chest cold, but do not use when coughing</div> <div> up blood, or if it hurts when you breathe.</div> <div> MELLOW MIXTURE</div> <div> Skullcap Parrot's Beak Elephants Head to taste</div> <div> Relaxing, mild and pleasant alternative to Marijuana</div> <div> STRONG RELAX</div> <div> Desert Skullcap Lobelia - a pinch</div> <div> This can make you sleepy so do not drive any bulldozers or jumbo jets when smoking.</div> <div> TOO STONED BLEND</div> <div> Rubbed Mullein Leaf as a base Calamus Root, small pieces or powder</div> <div> Elephant's Head Buds, for calming effect and flavor</div> <div> Coltsfoot, not so strong as to cause coughing fits</div> <div> This mixture is smoked as an aid to quit a long term Marijuana habit.</div> <div> TOO EXPENSIVE BLEND</div> <div> 1/2 High Quality Cannabis buds 1/4 Elephant's Head Buds 1/4 Skullcap Leaf</div> <div> This blend will help with the rising costs of Cannabis. You can substitute the Cannabis buds with any quality Cannabis, and the other herbs will </div> <div> help to stretch it out without diluting its effect.</div> <div> CEREMONIAL SMOKE</div> <div> Rubbed Mullein leaf as a base Fermented Scotch Broom Flowers</div> <div> Desert Skullcap, just a small amount Skullcap Leaf Elephant's Head Leaf</div> <div> Parrot's Beak Leaf Osha Root, powdered for flavor</div> <div> Not an everyday smoke, for vision quests and spiritual pursuits. Use consciously.</div> <div> TOP 5 HOUSEPLANTS TO PURIFY YOUR LIVING SPACE, SPIRITUALLY AND PHYSICALLY</div> <div> The top five plants all remove chemical vapors that build up in the home from paints,</div> <div> cleaners, solvents and other unhealthy things - and they have magickal abilities too as listed below:</div> <div> 5: GERBERA DAISY Great to encourage happiness.</div> <div> 4: PEACE LILY Encourages harmonious energies and good communication.</div> <div> 3: BOSTON FERN Encourages psychic ability and intuition.</div> <div> 2: ENGLISH IVY For protection and luck - especially good for newly weds.</div> <div> 1: ARECA PALM (or Butterfly or Yellow Palm) For peace and creativity.</div> <div> If you wish to add more power to your candle magick, anoint your candles with an appropriate oil</div> <div> before burning them. As you are doing this, visualize your need and focus your energy towards that.</div> <div> love...rose, apple blossom, gardenia, jasmine, ylang-ylang</div> <div> sex...cinnamon, patchouli, lavender, clove, musk, vanilla, tuberose</div> <div> luck...basil, bayberry, vervain</div> <div> protection...bergamot, cinnamon, cinquefoil, sandalwood</div> <div> prosperity...mint, basil, vervain, hyssop, bergamot</div> <div> purification...frankincense, benzoin, sandalwood, myrrh</div> <div> divination...nutmeg, lemon grass, acacia, lilac, lotus, narcissus</div> <div> banishing...carnation, rue</div> <div> HERBS</div> <div> ANGELICA</div> <div> G/P/E: Masculine, Sun, Fire.</div> <div> magical Attributes: Psychic self-defense, inner vision, ritual baths, healing incense, longevity.</div> <div> History/Uses: In the Middle Ages, angelica was believed to bloom on May 8th,</div> <div> the feast of St. Michael, and thus was given into the care of the angels.</div> <div> A decoction of roots or seeds will aid an upset stomach, and relieve insomnia and</div> <div> headaches (one teaspoon plant to one cup water). Culpeper believed this</div> <div> plant should be harvested when the moon was in Leo for greatest potency.</div> <div> BASIL</div> <div> G/P/E: Masculine, Mars, Fire.</div> <div> Magical attributes: Protection, love, wealth (if carried in your wallet), healing relationships,</div> <div> courage, fertility.</div> <div> History/uses: In Italy, a pot of basil on your balcony means you are ready to receive suitors.</div> <div> In India, the herb is dedicated to Vishnu and is given to the dead to help ensure their</div> <div> entrance to the afterlife. As a medicinal herb it is good as a tea for calming the nerves,</div> <div> settling the stomach, and easing cramps. In tincture form, it also makes good hair rinse for brunettes.</div> <div> BLOODROOT</div> <div> G/P/E: Masculine, Venus or Mars, Fire.</div> <div> Magical attributes: To draw love, vitality, healing incense.</div> <div> History? Uses: Bloodroot was an official botanical drug between the years of 1820 and</div> <div> 1926, after which time it was found to have certain negative side effects.</div> <div> In small quantities when used by a qualified herbalist, it still has value in tincture form</div> <div> to treat wounds. However, it is best suited to making dyes for cloth from its deep red sap.</div> <div> CINNAMON</div> <div> G/P/E: Masculine, sun, Fire.</div> <div> Magical attributes: Spiritual quests, augmenting power, love, success, psychic work.</div> <div> History/Uses: Cinnamon is one of the frequently mentioned herbs in the Bible, having been</div> <div> used in Egypt for embalming and in the East to purify the temples, bringing improved</div> <div> concentration of focus. medicinally, it is recommended as a skin astringent and digestive</div> <div> aid in tea form. it is an excellent aromatic and makes a good anointing oil for any magical working.</div> <div> CLOVE</div> <div> G/P/E: Masculine, Jupiter or Uranus, Fire.</div> <div> Magical attributes: Dispel negativity, protection, money, incense against gossip, vision.</div> <div> History/Uses: This intense aromatic was introduced to Europe by traders in the fourth and</div> <div> sixth centuries. It has a mild antiseptic quality for toothaches, or in tea form it is an expectorant</div> <div> for colds. most commonly, though, the clove has been employed to ward off moths and disease</div> <div> because of its pungent nature.</div> <div> CORIANDER</div> <div> G/P/E: Masculine, Mars, Fire.</div> <div> Magical attributes: Protection of home, peace, good in ritual drinks, incenses for</div> <div> longevity and love, security.</div> <div> history/Uses: Coriander has been a predominant herb in the perfume and cosmetic industry,</div> <div> having been cultivated for 3000 years. It is one of the predominant herbs in the Hebrew</div> <div> Passover ritual and considered to insure immortality by the Chinese. If added to wine, it</div> <div> makes a serviceable love potion for two consenting parties.</div> <div> FENNEL</div> <div> G/P/E: Masculine, Mercury, Fire.</div> <div> Magical attributes: Purification, protection, healing, money.</div> <div> History/Uses: The ancient Chinese believed that fennel could cure snake bites, and the</div> <div> Romans used the herb frequently in salads. Fennel comes from the Greek word meaning</div> <div> "to grow thin," and is sometimes employed as an appetite suppressant</div> <div> and digestive aid. If you place a bit of fennel in a keyhole, it is said to keep ghosts away.</div> <div> Fennel was one of nine sacred herbs of the medireview people, believed to cure the nine</div> <div> causes of disease.</div> <div> GINGER</div> <div> G/P/E: masculine, Mars, Fire.</div> <div> Magical attributes: Power, success, love.</div> <div> History? Uses: Back to Egypt in the time of Cheops, people were making gingerbread;</div> <div> 4400 years ago, the Chinese were importing this herb for the same reason, and to act</div> <div> as an aid to indigestion or colds (tea form). Carry the root of ginger in your purse to ensure</div> <div> prosperity, or make it into a fine drink for summer days.</div> <div> GINSENG</div> <div> G/P/E: Masculine, Sun, Fire.</div> <div> Magical attributes: Love, wishes, beauty, desire.</div> <div> history/Uses: mentioned in China as early as 5000 years ago as a stimulant, tonic, and</div> <div> agent for prolonged life. it is used today by Russian astronauts to prevent infection in space.</div> <div> It is also a mild painkiller, and improves blood circulation. In tea form it helps to relieve stress</div> <div> and moderate disease.</div> <div> GARLIC</div> <div> G/P/E: Masculine, Mars, Fire.</div> <div> Magical attributes: Protection, healing, good weather, courage.</div> <div> History/Uses: Garlic comes to us from Asia. It was distributed daily to the workers at Cheeps</div> <div> to give them strength and protection for their sacred work. The Greeks call garlic the</div> <div> "stinking rose" due not only to its smell but general usefulness to cooking and medicine</div> <div> (as with the rose). In Sweden, people sometimes place garlic around the necks of livestock</div> <div> to protect them from trolls. Generally speaking, having garlic in your diet serves to lower</div> <div> tension, ease colds, and improve circulation. Garlic vinegar can be used to disinfect wounds</div> <div> and sooth rheumatic pain (made from one liter of vinegar and ten cloves of crushed garlic</div> <div> steeped for at least ten days).</div> <div> HAWTHORN</div> <div> G/P/E: masculine, Mars, Fire.</div> <div> Magical attributes: Happiness, prosperity, protection, to attract Faeries, protection from lightning.</div> <div> History/Uses: The history of hawthorn is rich with lovely folklore. At wedding feasts in Athens,</div> <div> guests often carried a sprig to ensure joy for the new couple. In Rome, a twig of hawthorn</div> <div> was often attached to the cradle of a newborn to protect it, and in time of the Crusades,</div> <div> a knight would offer his lady a bit of this tree with a pink ribbon tied to it as a token that he</div> <div> would live, hoping for his return to her. In Christianity it is believed that the crown of thorns</div> <div> was made out of hawthorn. The therapeutic properties of this tree are no less magnificent.</div> <div> It is a great regulator of blood pressure and has excellent sedative effects.</div> <div> The infusion proportions are one teaspoon of fresh petals per cup of water twice a day</div> <div> (or just at night for insomnia). It is said where oak, ash, and hawthorn grow together,</div> <div> you can see Faeries!</div> <div> MARIGOLD</div> <div> G/P/E: Masculine, Sun Fire.</div> <div> Magical attributes: prophesy, legal matters, the psychic, seeing magical creatures.</div> <div> History/Uses: In the time of King henry IV, it was suggested that his subjects fill their</div> <div> gardens with marigolds because they kept flowering well into winter.</div> <div> The homeopath today, however, is much more grateful for their remedial qualities.</div> <div> For internal use the flowers are prepared by infusion and recommended for the flu, fever,</div> <div> rheumatism, jaundice, and painful menstruation. Externally, buds are made into compresses</div> <div> for the treatment of burns. In England and Germany, the flowers are also used in soups, to</div> <div> color butter, and as a hair rinse.</div> <div> NETTLE</div> <div> G/P/E: Masculine, Mars, Fire.</div> <div> magical attributes: To avert danger; protection, healing.</div> <div> History/Uses: During the Bronze Age, nettles were used to create a sturdy fabric.</div> <div> To the Anglo-Saxon herbalist, they were believed to be an effective counter-poison.</div> <div> Today we know the nettle to be high in vitamin C, and when made into a tea can ease asthma.</div> <div> OAK</div> <div> G/P/E: masculine, Sun or Jupiter, Fire.</div> <div> Magical attributes: Power, luck, health, long life; the acorns if used as spell components - money.</div> <div> History/Uses: The Greeks and Romans used the sound of wind through oak leaves as</div> <div> oracles, and the Druids took their name from the Celtic word deru, or oak.</div> <div> Thus, it was a sacred tree to these peoples. Bark collected and prepared in a decoction</div> <div> may be used as a gargle or douche. Leaves prepared in infusion are recommended for</div> <div> dysentery, and the acorns when roasted may be used as a non-caffinated coffee.</div> <div> OLIVE</div> <div> G/P/E: Masculine, Sun, Fire.</div> <div> Magical attributes: Wisdom, peace, luck, to end arguments.</div> <div> History/Uses: To the Greeks the olive was a symbol of wisdom, to the Romans an icon of peace.</div> <div> The carrying of an olive branch, like a white flag, is recognized as a message that hostilities</div> <div> are ceased. Ancient peoples made use of olive oil in food, care of the body, for warmth, and</div> <div> for medicine. For constipation, a tablespoon of olive oil taken in the morning or with soup will</div> <div> ease the problem. This is also believed to ease colic. Externally, when mixed with egg white</div> <div> the oil makes a good treatment for burns or bites. Chopped olive leaves in tincture form have</div> <div> been shown to help control diabetes and hypertension.</div> <div> POMEGRANATE</div> <div> G/P/E: Masculine, Mars, Fire.</div> <div> Magical attributes: Wishes, divination, health, creativity.</div> <div> History/Uses: The Egyptians used pomegranates in their barter system, and the Greeks sometimes</div> <div> picture Zeus holding this fruit. For magical writing, pomegranate juice makes good ink.</div> <div> For health, it can be used to moderate fevers and as a mild astringent.</div> <div> ROSEMARY</div> <div> G/P/E: Masculine, Sun, Fire.</div> <div> Magical attributes: Improve memory, sleep, purification, youth.</div> <div> History/Uses: The Romans considered this an herb which would bring peace after death</div> <div> and joy during life, therefore it appeared in almost every ceremony in between! Besides its</div> <div> more popular use in meats and sauces, rosemary promotes healing of wounds, acts as an</div> <div> antiseptic, and can be a mild stimulant. Because of this it is a good ingredient for teas treating</div> <div> flu, stress, and headaches. When leaves are soaked in wine for two weeks, small glasses</div> <div> may be taken as a digestive aid. Oil of rosemary is excellent in hair conditioners, and the</div> <div> flowers of this herb may be added to lotion recipes to improve the complexion.</div> <div> SAINT JOHN'S WORT</div> <div> G/P/E: Masculine, Sun, Fire.</div> <div> Magical attributes: Love, divination, protection against ghosts joy.</div> <div> History/Uses: Take care not to step on this Faerie weed, lest you be carried off for a day</div> <div> by the wee folk! For magic, St John's Wort is best cultivated during midsummer celebrations.</div> <div> In this form it may be hung over any altar to bring fertility to your projects. It has little benefit</div> <div> medicinally today due to negative side effects; however, the tops may be used for an</div> <div> excellent yellow dye.</div> <div> WITCH HAZEL</div> <div> G/P/E: Masculine, Saturn or Sun, Fire.</div> <div> Magical attributes: Protection, chastity, healing the heart.</div> <div> History? Uses: Witch hazel derives its name from an Old English word for "pliant," mainly</div> <div> because of its flexibility and use in archery bows. In tincture form it is good as a mouth rinse</div> <div> and to ease hemorrhoids. As a compress, witch hazel can be applied to insect bites and</div> <div> other skin irritations.</div> <div> REPLACEMENT HERBS</div> <div> ACACIA, GUM-Gum Arabic</div> <div> ACONITE-Tobacco</div> <div> ARABIC, GUM-Frankincense; Gum Mastic</div> <div> AMMONIAC GUM-Asafetida</div> <div> ASAFOETIDA-Tobacco; Valerian</div> <div> BALM OF GILEAD-Rose Buds; Gum Mastic</div> <div> BELLADONNA-Tobacco</div> <div> BENZOIN-Gum Arabic; Gum Mastic</div> <div> CAMPHOR OIL-Eucalyptus Oil; Lavender Oil</div> <div> CARNATION-Rose petals anointed with a few drops of Cinnamon Oil</div> <div> CASSIA-Cinnamon</div> <div> CASTOR BEANS-A few drops Castor Oil</div> <div> CEDAR-Sandalwood</div> <div> CINQUEFOIL-Clover; Trefoil</div> <div> CITRON-Equal parts Orange Peel and Lemon Peel</div> <div> CLOVE-Mace; Nutmeg</div> <div> CLOVER-Cinquefoil</div> <div> COPAL-Frankincense; Cedar</div> <div> COWBANE-Tobacco</div> <div> CYPRESS-Juniper; Pine Needles</div> <div> DEERS TONGUE-Tonka Bean; Woodruff; Vanilla</div> <div> DITTANY OF CRETE-Gum Mastic</div> <div> DRAGON'S BLOOD-Equal parts Frankincense and Red Sandalwood</div> <div> EUCALYPTUS OIL-Camphor Oil; Lavender Oil</div> <div> EUPHORBIUM-Tobacco</div> <div> FRANKINCENSE-Copal; Pine Resin</div> <div> GALANGAL-Ginger Root</div> <div> GRAINS OF PARADISE-Black Pepper</div> <div> GUM AMMONIAC-Asafetida</div> <div> GUM BDELLIUM-Copal; Pine Resin; Dragon's Blood</div> <div> HELLEBORE-Tobacco; Nettle</div> <div> HEMLOCK-Tobacco</div> <div> HEMP-Nutmeg; Damiana; Star Anise; Bay</div> <div> HENBANE-Tobacco</div> <div> HYSSOP-Lavender</div> <div> IVY-Cinquefoil</div> <div> JASMINE-Rose</div> <div> JUNIPER-Pine</div> <div> LAVENDER-Rose</div> <div> LEMON GRASS-Lemon Peel</div> <div> LEMON PEEL-Lemon Peel</div> <div> LEMON VERBENA-Lemon Grass; Lemon Peel</div> <div> MACE-Nutmeg</div> <div> MANDRAKE-Tobacco</div> <div> MASTIC, GUM-Gum Arabic; Frankincense</div> <div> MINT-Sage</div> <div> MISTLETOE-Mint; Sage</div> <div> MUGWORT-Wormwood</div> <div> NEROLI OIL-Orange Oil</div> <div> NIGHTSHADE-Tobacco</div> <div> NUTMEG-Mace; Cinnamon</div> <div> OAKMOSS-Patchouli</div> <div> ORANGE-Tangerine Peel</div> <div> ORANGE FLOWERS-Orange Peel</div> <div> PATCHOULI-Oakmoss</div> <div> PEPPERMINT-Spearmint</div> <div> PEPPERWORT-Rue; Grains of Paradise; Black Pepper</div> <div> PINE-Juniper</div> <div> PINE RESIN-Frankincense; Copal</div> <div> RED SANDALWOOD-Sandalwood mixed with a pinch of Dragon's Blood</div> <div> ROSE-Yarrow</div> <div> ROSE GERANIUM-Rose</div> <div> RUE-Rosemary mixed with a pinch of Black Pepper</div> <div> SAFFRON-Orange Peel</div> <div> SANDALWOOD-Cedar</div> <div> SARSPARILLA-Sassafras</div> <div> SASSAFRASS-Sarsaparilla</div> <div> SPEARMINT-Peppermint</div> <div> SULFER-Tobacco; Club Moss; Asafetida</div> <div> THYME-Rosemary</div> <div> TOBACCO-Bay</div> <div> TONKA BEAN-Deerstongue; Woodruff; Vanilla Bean</div> <div> TREFOIL-Cinquefoil</div> <div> VALERIAN-Asafetida</div> <div> VANILLA-Woodruff; Deerstongue; Tonka Bean</div> <div> VETIVERT-Calamus</div> <div> WOLFSBANE-Tobacco</div> <div> WOOD ALOE-Sandalwood sprinkled with Ambergris Oil</div> <div> WOODRUFF-Deerstongue; Vanilla</div> <div> WORMWOOD-Mugwort</div> <div> YARROW-Rose</div> <div> YEW-Tobacco</div> <div> HERBAL INFUSED OIL QUICK METHOD</div> <div> 2 - 3 oz. dried herbs or 3 - 4 oz. fresh</div> <div> 1 1/4 cups unblended vegetable oil (preferably sunflower or olive)</div> <div> A heat-proof container with a tight-fitting lid (jam jars work well)</div> <div> Chop the herb and put it in the container with all the oil. Put the container in a pan filled</div> <div> with water to within 1 inch of the top of the container of oil. Simmer slowly for 2 hours.</div> <div> After 2 hours, allow the oil to cool, and strain well. Discard the spent herbs (makes lovely</div> <div> compost). Refill the canister with the remaining herbs and return to the water bath (remember</div> <div> to replace the lid). Simmer for another 2 hours.</div> <div> Be sure to check the water level occasionally so as to not burn the oil.</div> <div> When the oil has cooled enough to work with, pour it through a jelly bag or sieve lined with</div> <div> cheesecloth. If using fresh herbs, there may be a watery liquid at the bottom of the oil.</div> <div> This must be separated and discarded, or else it will spoil the oil over time.</div> <div> This oil can be used as a base for ointments, creams, or salves, or as a massage oil.</div> <div> AN A TO Z OF AROMATHERAPY</div> <div> Agarwood {Aquilaria Agollacha}: The main properties of this oil are as an anti parasite oil.</div> <div> It is traditionally used to treat malaria. Also it is extensively used in Japan and the Far East</div> <div> as an aphrodisiac. In Aromatherapy it is reputed to be the most effective aphrodisiac Essential oil.</div> <div> Ajowan {Trachyspermum Ammi}: This oil is frequently used for circulatory problems. It also</div> <div> has good muscle relaxing properties. However over use can cause skin irritation in some people.</div> <div> Alcohol: In Aromatherapy Alcohol is used to clean equipment, but it can also be used as a</div> <div> base for making natural Perfumes. Do not Ingest.</div> <div> Aloe & Seaweed Gel: A cooling and skin conditioning base, can be used on its own, but</div> <div> with the addition of 3% Parsley Seed {Petroselinum Sativum} makes a wonderful eye gel,</div> <div> that can help remove the shadows from tired eyes.</div> <div> Aloe Vera Gel: Professional Aromatherapist's use this cool, skin conditioning base {with</div> <div> Essential oils added} for treating clients who are undergoing radiation treatment to</div> <div> counter the dermal damage done. It can also be used with the addition of Lavender &</div> <div> Roman Chamomile as an after sun lotion.</div> <div> Ambrette Seed {Hibiscus Abelmoschus}: Frequently used for muscle aches and pains due</div> <div> to sport or activity fatigue. Helps poor circulation too. Also used as an anti-depressant.</div> <div> Amyris {Amyris Balsamifera}: The traditional use of Amyris is as a muscle relaxant, emollient,</div> <div> soothing agent and a stimulant. It can be used to treat neck muscle stress when mixed with</div> <div> Ylang-Ylang or Marjoram.</div> <div> Angelica Root {Angelica Archangelica}: A useful oil, but it should be avoided by pregnant</div> <div> women, and diabetics. That said, professional Aromatherapists use Angelica during childbirth</div> <div> to help expel the placenta. A good tonic oil that can aid convalesces. It can also be used to</div> <div> help with draining the lymphatic system, and helps with period pains. As an appetite stimulant</div> <div> it has been used to treat Anorexia Nervosa. Over use can induce insomnia</div> <div> Angelica Root {Angelica Glaucha}: This variation and chemo-type is reputed, from traditional</div> <div> uses on the Indian sub continent, to be effective anti-venom in treating snakebites.</div> <div> Angelica Root {Archangelica Officinalis}: As with many Essential oils, where the source</div> <div> plant is grown will effect the quality of the oil produced, also while Angelica Archangelica I</div> <div> s the modern internationally recognized name for the official source plant, Archangelica</div> <div> Officinalis, is the old name. Thus this is the same as Angelica {Angelica Archangelica}</div> <div> Angelica Seed {Angelica Archangelica}: While Angelica root is a good body tonic the oil</div> <div> from the seeds works well as a skin tonic, and may help with various skin conditions.</div> <div> Anise Star {Illicum Verum}: This is used as an energizing and toning oil, and has traditionally</div> <div> been used in China as a deodorant. It can be used to good effect for Asthma. It can also</div> <div> help with hangovers. However it has a slight dermal toxicity so should be used diluted and infrequently.</div> <div> Apricot Kernel {Prunus Armeniaca}: As with all the carrier oils used in Aromatherapy, the oil</div> <div> should be chosen to match the skin type. Apricot Kernel is especially suited to dry & normal skin types.</div> <div> Arnica {Arnica Montana}: Used as an analgesic as well as a perfume ingredient.</div> <div> Avocado (Refined) {Persea Americana}: Normally used as an addition to other carrier oils at</div> <div> a rate of 10%-25%. As it has a re-hydrating effect it is good for dry skin and conditions like</div> <div> eczema. However it does appear to exacerbate Psoriasis in some people.</div> <div> Basil Linalool {Ocimum Basilicum}: Forget the Prozac, Basil can be good for the relief of depression.</div> <div> But over use will cause depression. Avoid if pregnant. Good for respiration conditions, such as</div> <div> Asthma and Bronchitis. As it has an effect upon Adrenal Cortex it can be effective with allergies.</div> <div> Basil Sweet {Ocimum Basilicum}: Sweet Basil is great for aiding concentration and sharpening the senses.</div> <div> Bay {Pimenta Racemosa}: One of the traditional uses of Bay is as an aphrodisiac, as it's a</div> <div> stimulating & energizing oil, this could be true. Bay is great for easing the muscles after sporting</div> <div> activity and its a good hair tonic too.</div> <div> Bay Laurel {Laurus Nobilis}: A good tonic for the Liver and Kidneys. Avoid if pregnant.</div> <div> Benzoin {Styrax Benzoin}: Can be used as a joint rub to relieve the pain and discomfort of Arthritis.</div> <div> Is also reputed to help with problem such as premature ejaculation. It's a good oil for dry cracked</div> <div> skin and chilblains.</div> <div> Bergamot {Citrus Bergamia}: Without Bergamot oil there would be no Earl Grey tea. But in</div> <div> Aromatherapy this oil has many uses. It has good effects upon people with breathing problems.</div> <div> Also this oil is useful for helping with digestive problems as well as dispelling internal parasites.</div> <div> Bergamot is very useful for most skin conditions, especially when mixed with Eucalyptus,</div> <div> especially acne and oily skin conditions. Caution, as this oil is phototoxic. It is perfectly safe if</div> <div> used on areas of the skin that are covered by clothing before going out into the sun.</div> <div> Bergamot FCF (Bergaptene Free) {Citrus Bergamia}: As it is the Bergaptene that has the phototoxic</div> <div> effect in this oil, this Bergaptene Free variant is also offered. It should be noted that most</div> <div> professional Aromatherapist's don't use this variant as it is seen as less effective.</div> <div> Birch Sweet {Betula Lenta}: The birch oils are generally good for helping the body remove</div> <div> toxins and purifying the blood. A good kidney tonic too.</div> <div> Birch White {Betula Alba}: This oil is reputed to help with the removal of kidney stones too. See Sweet Birch.</div> <div> Black pepper {Piper Nigrum}: Flatulence and Rheumatism are two conditions that this oil can be used</div> <div> to relieve. As it gives localized increase in blood flow, it is a good oil for helping tone muscles, as well</div> <div> as relives the aches and strains from exercise. Over use can cause a skin rash on sensitive skins.</div> <div> Borage {Borago Officinalis}: Borage seed carrier oil is a good skin conditioning oil. In</div> <div> Aromatherapy it is normally blended with other carrier oils and only used at 5% to</div> <div> 10% of the total volume of carrier.</div> <div> Cajuput {Melaleuca Minor}: Also sometimes known as White Tea Tree. One of the traditional</div> <div> uses of this oil is as an Insect repellent, this combined with it's antiseptic and deodorant</div> <div> properties make this a great oil for the traveler.</div> <div> Calendula {Calendula Officinalis}: Calendula infused carrier oil, made from the African Marigold,</div> <div> is used for its skin healing properties. The Absolute oil while used mainly for its perfume, can</div> <div> increase the skin conditioning properties to a skin care blend of essential oils.</div> <div> Camelia {Thea Sinenis}: Used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating skin conditions, in</div> <div> Aromatherapy it is very good for very sensitive and mature skin.</div> <div> Camphor {Cinnamomum Camphora}: With it's cooling and skin conditioning properties, this oil</div> <div> can make a great after sun lotion. But it should be avoided while pregnant.</div> <div> Caraway {Carum Carvi}: A great pick me up oil for the emotions. Also very good for digestive problems.</div> <div> Further as this oil helps stimulate localized circulation it can give color to a pale complexion.</div> <div> And when mixed with Dill, it can be used to stimulate milk flow in nursing mothers.</div> <div> Cardamom {Elletaria Cardomomum}: This oil has soothing and muscle relaxing qualities.</div> <div> It has traditionally been used as a treatment for impotence too.</div> <div> Carnation {Dianthus Caryophylius}: Used predominately as a perfume ingredient, but is</div> <div> also reputed to be an aphrodisiac.</div> <div> Carrot (Infused) {Daucus Carota}: As the scent of carrot seed is not liked by some, the addition</div> <div> of 5%-10% to your carrier oil can give some of the skin rejuvenating properties of the Essential Oil.</div> <div> Carrot seed {Daucus Carota}: It is claimed that this oil is good for treating Premature</div> <div> Aging. But it is a very good oil to use in a make up removal blend. However it's</div> <div> aroma is not seen as pleasant by many and needs to be used in a blend.</div> <div> Cassia {Cinnamomum Cassia}: As this oil can cause serious skin irritation, it should</div> <div> not be used in massage, but as it is reputed to help adults with chronic Asthma it</div> <div> can be used in a Vaporizer or Diffuser.</div> <div> Cedarwood Atlas {Cedrus Atlantica}: Also known as White Cedarwood, it is reputed to</div> <div> be best for long standing conditions such as Bronchitis. In Native American Cultures it is</div> <div> used as an aid to meditation. Works well on oily skin problems, and when blended with</div> <div> Frankincense and Cypress, it can be used to soften the skin. Avoid if pregnant.</div> <div> Cedarwood Himalayan {Cedrus Deodora}: Often used as a natural deodorant. Avoid if pregnant.</div> <div> Cedarwood Texas {Juniperus Texas}: As with other Cederwood's it is used as a perfume</div> <div> fixative, as well as holding scents in Aromatherapy blends.</div> <div> Cedarwood Virginian {Juniperus Viriginiana}: As with other Cederwood's it is used as a</div> <div> perfume fixative, as well as holding scents in Aromatherapy blends.</div> <div> Celery Seed {Apium Graveolens}: A good oil for diabetics to use as it can help prevent</div> <div> Glaucoma. It is a useful oil for tired eyes too.</div> <div> Chamomile Blue {Chamomilla Recutita}: First; in spite of international agreements there is</div> <div> some confusion over the name of this oil. Often it is known as German Chamomile, and</div> <div> even Hungarian Chamomile. Also in the 1940s the international scientific world agreed</div> <div> that the Latin name for the source plant would change from Matricaria Chamomilla to</div> <div> Chamomilla Recutita. Thus</div> <div> under any of these names it is the same oil. Distinctive by its strong blue color.</div> <div> Each of the Chamomile's has its own uses in Aromatherapy, this one is traditionally</div> <div> used as a soothing and toning oil.</div> <div> Chamomile Maroc {Ormenis Multicaulis}: Sometimes know as wild Chamomile, it is not</div> <div> a true Chamomile but a few drops in a base of Wheatgerm makes a wonderful skin conditioner.</div> <div> Chamomile Roman {Anthemis Nobilis}: This is the main Chamomile used in Aromatherapy.</div> <div> This particular oil is frequently used to treat Menstrual Problems, from PM to helping in the relief</div> <div> of period pains. Good for dry and itchy skins and a brilliant skin cleanser. Good for reducing</div> <div> puffiness and improving the elasticity of the skin.</div> <div> Champaca {Michelia Champaca}: Used mainly as a perfume ingredient, unknown uses in Aromatherapy</div> <div> Cinnamon Bark {Cinnamomum Zeylanicum}: A very potent oil that will cause skin rashes if</div> <div> overused, it is often best not used in massage. It is great at aiding the tired mind.</div> <div> Cinnamon Leaf {Cinnamomum Zeylanicum}: This oil can cause skin irritation!</div> <div> However it is a milder, yet still potent, oil than Cinnamon Bark.</div> <div> It is useful for tightening loose skin. Use infrequently.</div> <div> Citronella {Cymbopogan Nardus}: As this oil is a good insect repellent and a great skin</div> <div> conditioner, when combined with Neroli and Bergamot. Also great for helping with sweaty feet.</div> <div> Clary Sage {Salvia Sclarea}: A truly feminine oil. As this oil mimics the female and helps</div> <div> balance the reproductive hormones, it is the main Aromatherapy treatment for many</div> <div> menstrual problems. Depression is just one of the many problems this versatile oil can be</div> <div> used to treat. However as this oil can make concentration difficult it should not be used if driving.</div> <div> As it can induce a feeling of nausea when mixed with Alcohol, it can be helpful in treating</div> <div> alcoholics, as well as an aid to beating dependency on other drugs too.</div> <div> Clove Bud {Eugenia Caryophyllata}: Famously used to relief toothache it also has other uses.</div> <div> It has been found to be effective in treating Lupus. It can cause skin irritation, but even</div> <div> people with the most sensitive skins can still carefully use this oil. It can be used in a diffuser</div> <div> or vaporizer during the winter to ward off infections.</div> <div> Clove Leaf {Eugenia Caryophyllata}: See Clove Bud. The bud variant is the milder form of this oil.</div> <div> Coconut (Fractionated) {Cocus Nucifera}: Fractionated coconut is a wonderfully light oil</div> <div> that is suitable for all skin types, and it smells great too.</div> <div> Coriander {Coriandrum Sativum}: This warming oil can be very good for dry chapped hands,</div> <div> as well as arthritic and rheumatic pain. Said to help revitalize the glandular system.</div> <div> Cubeb {Piper Cubeba}: As with many spice oils it is used to improve circulation, and thus</div> <div> may help with Arthritis and Rheumatism. Also useful for drying out congestion in the upper</div> <div> respiratory tract.</div> <div> Cumin {Cuminum Cyminum}: A warming oil that is said to help with Osteoarthritis and muscular pain.</div> <div> It has a tonic action on the heart and is often used by professional Aromatherapist's to treat</div> <div> clients at risk of heart attack. Helps increase lactation in women.</div> <div> Cumin Black {Nigella Sativa}: Often used to increase fertility and increase sexual desire in</div> <div> men, as well as normalize the menstrual cycle in women.</div> <div> Cypress {Cupressus Sempervirens}: With it's anti-viral properties, this oil can be used as</div> <div> a treatment for cold sores. Also a good treatment for heavy periods. Good for oily skins</div> <div> and often used to help with acne. However it is important to note that this oil is FLAMMABLE.</div> <div> Davana {Artermisia Pallens}: With its fine cognac aroma, this oil is often used in male</div> <div> toiletries. As it has good skin conditioning properties it is a good post shaving oil.</div> <div> But as it is reputed to be the second most potent aphrodisiac Essential oil, Agarwood</div> <div> being the first... Well this reputation can only be a case for personal experimentation.</div> <div> Dill Seed {Anethum Graveoleons}: Often used to promote lactation in nursing mothers.</div> <div> It also has a beneficial effect in promoting healing in the dermas.</div> <div> Elderflower {Sambucus Nigra}: Used to make natural perfumes. Unknown uses in Aromatherapy.</div> <div> Elemi {Canarium Luzonicum}: Elemi is one of the oils used in Conventional medicine,</div> <div> as the oil helps with regeneration of broken bones the oil is used in plaster bandages</div> <div> that hospitals use for plaster casts. Because of its effect upon the skeleton, it may</div> <div> help with Osteoporosis. On the skin it has a drying and cooling effects, and is seen</div> <div> as effective in chronic skin conditions.</div> <div> Eucalyptus 80/85 {Eucalyptus Globulus}: Is one of the well-known Essential oils,</div> <div> and has been used for years {since 1788} to treat chest conditions. As it aids the</div> <div> body in expelling mucous. With it's analgesic properties Eucalyptus can be a great</div> <div> treatment for sunburn. It also clears congested skin. Also is very good for the treatment</div> <div> of cystitis. However as it raises blood pressure it should be avoided by people with</div> <div> hypertension as well as people with Epilepsy.</div> <div> Eucalyptus Dives {Eucalyptus Dives}: As there are over 600 species of Eucalyptus,</div> <div> there are other variants that produce therapeutic oil. While all the therapeutic Eucalyptus</div> <div> oils have a beneficial effect upon Asthma, this one appears to be most effective for most people.</div> <div> Evening Primrose (10% GLA) {Oenothera Biennis}: As this oil is high in Gamma Linoleic acid,</div> <div> it is a very good skin conditioner and is normally used at 10 to 20% of total carrier oil.</div> <div> Fennel sweet {Foeniculum Vulgare}: Good skin cleansing properties, and reputed to keep</div> <div> wrinkles at bay. This oil can be a great help for the relief of Menopausal Problems.</div> <div> Fir Needle {Abies Sibirica}: Has a good effect upon the respiratory system, and is suitable for</div> <div> all chest conditions. Also a gentle warming action upon tired muscles. Further it balances</div> <div> chemicals in the body and could be useful for metabolic conditions.</div> <div> Frankincense {Boswellia Thurifera}: This oil has the effect of helping to slow down breathing</div> <div> and with its calming effect upon the mind, is frequently used to aid meditation. Also useful</div> <div> as a tonic for uterine problems, and can be useful during labour. Could help with postnatal</div> <div> depression. Reputed to help smooth out wrinkles, and give new life to mature skin.</div> <div> Galangal {Galanga Officinalis}: A stimulating oil that helps reduce stress.</div> <div> Galbanum {Ferula Galbaniflua}: A very useful oil for female reproductive problems.</div> <div> As it helps with problems such as scanty periods, it should be avoided in pregnancy.</div> <div> In Menopause it can help with hot flushes and mood swings associated with the change.</div> <div> Good for mature skins too.</div> <div> Garlic {Allium Sativum}: While a very useful oil, the strength of the aroma prevents many</div> <div> people using this oil. As a strong antiseptic it can be used for many skin conditions.</div> <div> Best used in a blend with other oils and at a rate of 1% or less, or the result is a loss of friends.</div> <div> Geranium {Pelogonium Graveoleons}: Very useful for all skin types as it helps keep the</div> <div> skin supple. A good tonic for the liver and kidneys too.</div> <div> Ginger {Zingiber Officinalis}: A great warming, stimulating yet grounding oil. Very effective</div> <div> in dealing with colds and other upper respiratory conditions. Helps drying catarrh.</div> <div> Also very good for digestive problems. Helps reduce bruising.</div> <div> Gingergrass {Cymbopogon Martini}: Unknown uses in Aromatherapy. Used in Perfumes.</div> <div> Grape seed {Vitis Vinifera}: Often used in Aromatherapy as a cheap oil, but it is not easily</div> <div> absorbed into the dermas in many people. However it is good for retaining the Essential oils.</div> <div> Grapefruit {Citrus Paradisi}: A great mind balancing and up lifting oil. Reputed to help with</div> <div> BI-polar disorder {Manic Depression} used in many cosmetic products as it is said to help</div> <div> with reducing cellulite. Also useful in balancing the kidneys and helping to remove toxins.</div> <div> Said to nourish skin cells too.</div> <div> Guiacac Wood {Bulnesia Sarmienti}: A very useful oil for helping with the menopause.</div> <div> As it can help with inducing vaginal secretion has added to its reputation as an</div> <div> aphrodisiac too. As it helps tighten the skin, it is useful for mature skin.</div> <div> Hazelnut {Corylus Avellana}: A carrier oil that seems best for dry to normal skin types.</div> <div> Best used at 25% of carrier oil total.</div> <div> Ho Leaf {Cinnamomum Camphora}: As this oil has an Aroma almost identical to Rosewood,</div> <div> a seriously endangered spices, it is often used to replace the rosewood in perfumes.</div> <div> However it does not have the same therapeutic effects and as yet its uses in Aromatherapy</div> <div> are unknown.</div> <div> Hop {Humulus Lupulus}: A mild calming Oil that can help with sleeping.</div> <div> As it also has mild analgesic qualities it is particularly useful for any painful condition that</div> <div> prevents sleep. A potent oil on the skin and it should not be over used.</div> <div> Hyssop {Hyssopus Officinalis}: Safety first, as this is a very potent oil it should be avoided by</div> <div> pregnant women, and people with high blood pressure, as well as people with Epilepsy.</div> <div> This oil is reputed to help with grief. A very effective oil for helping scars to heal.</div> <div> Immortelle {Helichrysium Angustifolia}: One of the most important oils in the Aromatherapist's</div> <div> Pharmacopoeia. As it boosts the immune system it can raise the persons vitality.</div> <div> Lessens the effect of shock, and helps with fears and phobias. Helps with depression too.</div> <div> This oil also helps the skin regenerate, and promotes cell growth. With it's anti-fungal,</div> <div> anti-bacterial and anti viral properties, it is a very effective oil for various conditions.</div> <div> Such as Candida, cold sores, acne, etc. And when blended with Bergamot, Lavender and</div> <div> Yarrow is said to be an effective treatment for Psoriasis.</div> <div> Inula Sweet {Inula Helenium}: Aromatherapy uses unknown.</div> <div> Jasmine {Jasminum Grandiflorum}: An extremely useful oil for treating depression.</div> <div> It stimulates, uplifts and helps boost self-confidence. It should be avoided during pregnancy,</div> <div> but it can be used to speed delivery, once contractions have started. Further it can help with</div> <div> postnatal depression, while also help the mother bond with baby. Also reputedly promotes</div> <div> lactation in nursing mothers too. A great beauty oil, helping all skin types, and dry skin in</div> <div> particular. A blend of 1% in Macadamia nut or Jojoba makes a wonderful moisturizer for</div> <div> very sensitive skins. Makes a wonderful hair conditioner too. While it is possible to produce a</div> <div> Jasmine Essential Oil, it lacks the wonderful aroma of the Absolute. Also as the absolute,</div> <div> as with all absolute oils, is only used at half the dilution of an essential oil 0.5% - 2.5% the</div> <div> use of the absolute is better value.</div> <div> Jasmine {Jasminum Sambac}: See Above. Jasminum Sambac is preferred by some for its perfume qualities.</div> <div> Jojoba {Simmondsia Chinensis}: Less an oil than a wax. In Aromatherapy it is normally used</div> <div> at 5% to 20% of the total volume of carrier oil. However as it also acts as a natural preservative,</div> <div> and holds the scent of rare oils so well, it can be used as the only carrier oil in beauty applications.</div> <div> At 10% of total volume, makes a wonderful hair conditioner too.</div> <div> Juniper Berry {Juniperis Communis}: A great tonic for the liver, has been known to help with</div> <div> cirrhosis. It also helps the blood clear toxins from the blood. Very useful for oily and congested</div> <div> skins. If used in a good skin care blend this oil can be good for the treatment of Acne.</div> <div> Great for the hair too. Best avoided during pregnancy.</div> <div> Kanuka {Leptospermum Ericoides}: This is one of two relatively new oils now used in</div> <div> Aromatherapy. By looking at the traditional medicines of the Maori and Aboriginal peoples, it</div> <div> was discovered that this oil reputedly had good skin toning properties.</div> <div> Labdanum {Cistus Ladaniferus}: its main use is as a fixative in perfumes. However as it also</div> <div> has good mood uplifting properties as well as calming and stress reducing properties, it is an</div> <div> effective and useful Aromatherapy oil. It has toning and soothing effect upon the skin too.</div> <div> Lavandin {Lavandula Hybrida}: Lavandin oils comes from a plant that is a hybrid of True</div> <div> Lavender {Lavendula Angustifolia} and Lavender Spike {Lavendula Latifolia}. It is very</div> <div> similar to Lavender but without the sedative properties; as such it has the ability to refresh</div> <div> a tired mind. One of its main uses is as a pain killer, and can help with tired and stiff muscles.</div> <div> Its cicatrisant effect can help with mildly scarred and blemished skin.</div> <div> Lavender (Mont Blanc - High Alt) {Lavendula Angustifolia}: See Lavender.</div> <div> Often has a better sedative effect helping give a good nights sleep.</div> <div> L