BLESSED THISTLE 

Carduus benedictus. Ruled by Moon. Traditionally, Blessed Thistle has been used as a tonic and balancer to the female system, organs, and hormones. It has been used with particular success in treating the symptoms and underlying hormonal upset associated with menopause. It is also a common addition to treatment of circulation disorders, especially those in which the brain, lungs, or heart are not receiving adequate amounts of blood. It should not be used by pregnant women. The herb has cleaned, cut, dried, and sifted. 1 lb. size! Item #932. $11.95

Catnip Leaf & Flower

Nepeta cataria. Ruled by Venus. Catnip is sacred to Bast, the Egyptian cat goddess, and is said to increase joy, acceptance, and life force. Catnip is used to make a bedtime tea that encourages wonderful dreams by soothing frazzled nerves. The tea also relieves bloating and fights stomach nausea from colds and flu. However, catnip increases menstrual flow and should not be taken by pregnant women. The herb is cleaned, cut, sifted, and dried. 1 lb. size! Item #905. $18 .95

Chamomile Flowers 

Matricaria recutita. Ruled by Sun. Chamomile grows wild in Europe and west Asia (Chamomilla), and other related species are found in North America and Africa (Matricaria). Chamomile has a long and well-deserved reputation as a gentle but helpful herb in conditions of tension, irritability, or inflammation. It is warming and stimulating to elimination, especially sweating, but has a gently sedative action to the muscles, nerves, and stomach. It is used for headaches, stomachaches, colic, and all types of cramps. Because it is gentle, yet reliable and good-tasting, it is frequently used for children’s disorders. Its flowers help to ease indigestion, nervousness, depressions and headaches. It is ideal for emotion related medical problems such as peptic ulcers, colitis, spastic colon, and nervous indigestion. Chamomile was used by the Egyptians, Greeks, and Vikings as a whole-body healer. The herb has a purifying and calming effect and is burned as incense to deepen meditation. The tea makes a soothing tonic for the nerves, and gamblers who wash their hands in the tea are said to reap more winnings. The tea also eases menstrual cramps, and herbalists sometimes prescribe it to women for infertility. It is also a remedy for asthma, gallstones, diarrhea, toothaches, and middle ear infections. Roman chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile or Chamomilla) is a close relative, used in a similar way. Properties: anti-inflammatory, anti-spasmodic, relaxant, carminative, bitter, nervine. Chamomilla is used to treat sensitiveness, irritableness, hypersentsitivity, hysteria, thirstiness, hot and numb feelings, pains associated with numbness, bad temper, and anger, teething pains, colic. earache with soreness around ear, swelling, and flatulence. Externally, it is used for sore skin and eczema. The Egyptians and Romans used the infusion and oil for skin conditions such as dermatitis, boils, acne, rashes, and eczema as well as for hair care, burns, cuts, toothaches, teething pains, inflamed joints, menopausal problems, insomnia, migraine headaches and stress related complaints. Gamblers who wash their hands in Chamomile infusion are said to reap more winnings. Our Chamomile is a spagyrically processed herb ready for use in infusions (teas), decoctions, tinctures, and elixirs. Cut, sifted, and dried Chamomile flowers. 1 lb. size! Item #904. $16.95

Cinnamon Bark Sticks

Cinnamomum verum. Ruled by Sun. Cinnamon is native to Sri Lanka but is extensively cultivated throughout the tropical regions of the wold. The tree must grow for eight years before its thick bark is mature enough to be harvested. Cinnamon has a long history of use in India, although it was first used medicinally and magically in Egypt and parts of Europe from about 500 BC. Traditionally, the herb was taken for colds, flu and digestive problems, and it is still used in much the same way today. The infusion or powder is used for stomach pains and cramps. Uses: warming stimulant, carminative, antispasmodic, antiseptic, anti-viral. The spice is recognized for its healing properties and is used as an antiseptic and painkiller. It is also known to stop diarrhea, lower blood pressure, and increase insulin production. Cinnamon oil was used in the mummification process by the Egyptians and was applied as a holy anointing oil in ancient Hebrew rituals. Cinnamon was also sacred to the Greek god of ecstasy, Dionysus. When it is burned as incense or added to foods, cinnamon raises spiritual energy to a higher level to return for manifestation in creative work. Cinnamon comes from the fragrant bark of an evergreen tree of the laurel family and is thought to increase spirituality and psychic insight by stimulating the Crown Chakra. Sticks of bark are 6 inches long. The pure bark is cleaned, sifted, and dried. 1 lb. size! Item #906. $9.95

Echinacea Leaf

Echinacea purpurea. Ruled by Jupiter. Echinacea or purple cone-flower is used as a blood tonic and as a cleansing and anti-septic wash. Echinacea root was used by Native American shamans to strengthen their connection to the spirit world. They believed it increased the likelihood that their spells would work and also used it treat burns and snakebite. Ancient Chinese healers used it as an antibiotic. Today, it is widely used as an immune booster to fight infections and protect from colds and flu. In many clinical and laboratory studies, as well as centuries of anecdotal evidence, Echinacea has proven to be one of our most valuable herbs for all types of infection. The root has been shown to increase the secretion of immune-supporting chemicals in the body, while the flowers, leaves, and stem have been shown to increase white cell activity. Like Arnica, Echinacea can also act as an anti-inflammatory, and Echinacea is strongly topically numbing. All of these actions are systemic, with few specific anatomical affinities, and this combination of effects has led to its widespread use and effectiveness in fighting infections from simple colds, flu, and throat disorders all the way to more serious infections such as venereal disease, blood poisoning, and possibly AIDS, although anyone with a compromised immune system should consult a physician before using any immune stimulant. Some people have allergic reactions to Echinacea, especially to extracts taken directly in the mouth. Symptoms of that reaction are rash or burning in the mouth, and closing of the throat. This reaction is rare, and seems to be connected to daisy-family allergies, one of the common causes of hay fever. Often, no symptoms occur if Echinacea extract is taken in another liquid. Uses: corrector of the depravation of the body fluids, antiseptic, antifermentative, anti-zymotic, boils, carbuncles, abscesses or cellular glandular inflammations, blood poisonings, acute auto-infections, septic conditions, bites of poisonous animals, Iymphangitis, gangrene, or vaccinosis, erysipelas and foul ulcers, gangrene, venom infection, wounds, puerperal septicemia, aching in limbs, stuffiness of nostrils with mucus in sinuses and pharynx, chilliness with nausea, Malarial fever, and sore throat. Our Echinacea is a spagyrically processed herb ready for use in infusions (teas), decoctions, tinctures, and elixirs. Cut, sifted, and dried echinacea leaf. 1 lb. size! Item #909. $16.95

 

Hibiscus Flower Hibiscus sabdariffa. Ruled by Venus. Hibiscus flowers carry lustful and passionate energy and were used by the Egyptians in a tea to release licentious behavior. For many centuries, European women were forbidden to drink it. It carries the deep sexual energy of Venus. Our Hibiscus is a spagyrically processed herb ready for use in infusions (teas), decoctions, tinctures, and elixirs. Cut, sifted, and dried Hibiscus flowers. 1 lb. size! Item #929. $12.95

HOPS FLOWERS

Humulus lupulus. Ruled by Moon. A well-known ingredient in beer, with an equally long history as a healing herb as well. According to many accounts, it was long ago noticed that some elderly women who worked as hops pickers experienced a return of their menstrual cycles and other youthful attributes. This led to one of Hops' most common uses, as a hormonal balancer and general restorative during and after menopause. Hops contains strongly estrogenic compounds, also useful for regulating and balancing the menstrual cycle. Hops' other popular use is as a calmative and anti-stress herb, whether sewn into a dream pillow or taken internally. It contains some of the same sedative and anti-spasmodic constituents as Valerian, and can be applied to many of the same imbalances. Unlike Valerian, Hops is also a bitter digestive and liver tonic, and this combines with its calming, relaxing properties to create a very effective remedy for any digestive upset caused or aggravated by stress, or when there is cramping. The wildcrafted herb is cleaned, cut, sifted, and dried. 1 lb. size! Item #940. $17.95

KAVA KAVA ROOT  

Piper methysticum. Ruled by Moon. Kava Kava is known as the "intoxicating pepper." The mental symptoms are the most interesting feature of the drug's action. Traditionally used in Polynesia as a narcotic and euphoric, as well as a social sacrament for promoting friendly interpersonal interactions. Indeed, any important community function within the native groups of the area is marked by the ceremonial drinking of Kava preparations, especially in meetings where there is potential for negativity, such as treaties or reconciliation between enemy groups. Modern usage has shown Kava to be an effective antispasmodic, painkiller, and sedative, and it has also been found to be an excellent remedy for migraine headaches. It is also used for nervousness and insomnia, and for nerve, muscle, and skin problems where pain is involved. Historically, groups consuming Kava on a regular basis have few troubles with diseases of the sexual organs, and they claim that any outbreaks of sexual diseases are halted by the Kava before they damage the body. Uses: exaltation of mind, amelioration of pains by diverting the attention, arthritis, chordee, scaly skin, leprosy, patient driven irresistibly to keep changing position, cystitis, dysuria, eczema, neuralgias, prostate disorders, rheumatism, skin disorders, toothaches, urethritis, and excess uric acid. The root is cleaned, cut, sifted, and dried. 1 lb. size! Item #916. Lowest price anywhere for 1 pound! $19.95

Lavender Flowers

Lavandula officinalis. Ruled by Mercury. Lavender is native to the Mediterranean region and is cultivated in France, Spain and elsewhere. It was used for aromatic purposes by the Romans in baths. It is effective to cure headaches, especially when related to stress, to clear depression associated with weakness and depression. Properties: carminative, relieves muscle spasms, antidepressant, antiseptic and antibacterial, stimulates blood flow. Lavender is an aromatic flower used to make a delicious tea that calms the nerves. One teaspoon per pot of tea is the normal potency. The French scientist René Gattefossé was the first to discover these properties when he severely burned his arm in a laboratory accident. Lavender may also be used to cleanse cuts, bruises and skin irritations. The fragrance is calming, relaxing and balancing-physically and emotionally. Its aromatic influences are health, love, peace, and higher consciousness. The whole flowers are cleaned, sifted, and dried. 1 lb. size! Item #916. $17.95

Mandrake Root

Mandragora officinarum. Ruled by Mercury. Mandrake is a mystic plant used in fertility, love, and good luck rituals. It plays a role in all kinds of psychic work. The root resembles the male body (without the head) and is thought to incorporate male animal energy. Psychically sensitive people were cautioned against harvesting the root during the daylight and warned to guard against “hearing the plant scream” as it was yanked from the ground. The wildcrafted herb is cleaned, cut, sifted, and dried. 1 lb. size!  Item #919. $27 .95

Milk Thistle

Sylibum marianum. Ruled by Jupiter. Milk Thistle or Mary Thistle is native to the Mediterranean and has been in use as a remedy for liver problems for hundreds, if not thousands, of years. It gets its name from its old use to increase milk production in nursing mothers, but is more commonly known for its beneficial effects on the liver. Milk Thistle is used as a long-term treatment for addiction recovery after the patient has stopped using drugs or alcohol, and in acute, emergency care for poisonings, whether chemical or drug. It is also valued for cases of mushroom poisoning, and an I.V. drip of Milk Thistle extract is one of the standard emergency room treatments in Europe for such cases. Studies have also shown that Milk Thistle is particularly good at neutralizing industrial poisons, especially those used in dry cleaning. It is claimed to have the ability to greatly reduce the damage to the liver if taken within 72 hours of a large toxic exposure, as well as being a beneficial ongoing therapy if toxic exposure occurs frequently, as with mushroom hunters, or dry cleaning workers. Milk Thistle accomplishes these effects by scavenging the free radicals that the liver creates as a by-product of trying to process toxins, as well as stimulating the production of proteins and new cells in the liver. These effects can also be used as part of a protective, regenerative, cleansing program during and after illness or chemotherapy. Milk Thistle is one of Europe’s most extensively studied herbs, and no acute or long-term toxicity has been found in association with its use. It is used in a whole range of liver and bladder conditions including hepatitis and cirrhosis. Recent research has confirmed traditional herbal knowledge, proving that the herb has a remarkable ability to protect the liver from damage resulting from alcoholic and other types of poisoning. The active ingredient appears to be silymarin. Uses: digestive, liver tonic, stimulates secretion of bile, increases breast-milk production, antidepressant. Carried or used dry, it is said to give riches and honor to spiritually pure individuals. 1 lb. size! Item #920A (organic, dried cut and sifted leaf) $19.95. Item #902B (seeds) $9.95.

 

 

 

MOTHERWORT Leonuris cardiaca. Ruled by Venus. Motherwort is native to Europe and was popular as a medicinal plant in early Greece, where it was used to calm pregnant women suffering from anxiety. A traditional remedy for mothers-to-be, used in the last few weeks of pregnancy to prepare for a smooth and easy labor. It was also historically used throughout pregnancy to soothe pains and tensions common at this time, although it is now regarded with more caution as a pregnancy herb. Motherwort has a combination of effects which could make it very helpful around pregnancy and childbirth, but it should only be used under qualified guidance at this time, as it can stimulate menstruation. Motherwort is more widely used for suppressed, crampy, or difficult menstruation, and often brings quick relief. It is also calming and tonic to the nerves, heart, and circulation, and so helps with the tension many women experience with PMS, as well as being helpful to both sexes for all types of tension, nervousness, insomnia, and over-stimulated heart conditions. Other prominent uses of the herb include decreasing muscle spasms, lowering blood pressure, improvement of fertility, the relief of postpartum depression and menopause. Antispasmodic and sedative, the herb promotes relaxation rather than drowsiness. Motherwort stimulates the muscles of the uterus, and is particularly suitable for delayed periods, period pain and premenstrual tension. The herb is cleaned, sifted, and dried. 1 lb. size! Item #937. $13.95

Nettle Leaf Urtica dioica. Ruled by Mars. Nettle occurs in Eurasia and is cultivated elsewhere. It is one of the most applicable plants found. The plant is known for its tiny stinging hairs, and the spice adds an aggressive, biting flavor to foods. The tea is used as a blood tonic and detoxifying agent that also lowers blood sugar. The dry herb is a natural antihistamine and decongestant, and people suffering from arthritis rub it directly on inflamed joints for relief from pain. Nettles have supplied fibers for cloth and paper since the Bronze Age into the 20th century. Throughout Europe, it has been used as a spring tonic and general detoxifying remedy. Nettle leaves contain iron and vitamin C and used for treating anemia and poor circulation. Nettle is a remedy for stinging, burning pains and is one of the best remedies for burns of the first degree. It also affects the breast glands, genitourinary organs, liver and spleen. Uses: kidney-stones, bee stings, ill-effects of eating shellfish, gout, rheumatism, pain in right deltoid muscle, uric acid diathesis, allergic reactions, diminished secretion of milk after childbirth, pruritus vulvae, burns and scalds, sunburn with intense itching, hives, urticaria, chicken-pox. Tea and poultices made from nettle leaves are used to treat eczema and skin conditions. Its astringent properties are used to stop bleeding. Today, nettle is used for hay fever, arthritis, anemia, and, surprisingly, even for nettle rash. Nettle sacred to the Hindu god of fire, Agni, and the German thunder god, Thor. Nettle is held in the hand to stay free from illusion and fear or to bind spoken spells. A popular spring tonic, Nettle contains large amounts of nutrients, especially iron, calcium, silicon and potassium, and are opening and cleansing to the body, stimulating all types of elimination. Nettles are also reputed to be alkalinizing to the blood, and to both remove uric acid and prevent its crystallization in the kidneys and joints, possibly helping with arthritis. Nettle has also shown some activity against allergies, and studies indicate that Nettle root has synergistic activity with Pygeum for the treatment of prostate disorders. The herb is cleaned, cut, sifted, and dried. 1 lb. size! Item #922. $11.95

PEPPERMINT LEAF Mentha piperita. Ruled by Mercury. Pepperming is a hybrid perennial whose origin is a mystery, but it has been in existence for a very long time. Dried peppermint leaves were found in Egyptian pyramids dating from around 1000 BC. Peppermint was highly valued by the Greeks and Romans, but it only became popular in Western Europe in the 18th Century. Peppermint tea helps with indigestion and relaxes the muscles of the digestive tract. Peppermint's chief therapeutic value lies in its ability to relieve wind, flatulence, bloating and colic, though it has many other applications. Studies have shown that it relieves colon spasms and helps to cure ulcers. Peppermint also eases nervous headaches. Menthol, its main constituent, has antibacterial properties. Properties: carminative, relieves muscle spasms, increases sweating, stimulates secretion of bile, antiseptic. Its aromatic influences are purifying and stimulating to the conscious mind. The leaves are cleaned, sifted, and dried. 1 lb. size! Item #936. $8.95

Rosemary Leaf   Rosmarinus officinalis. Ruled by Sun. Rosemary is a well-known and greatly valued herb that is native to southern Europe. Rosemary is a very slender leaf resembling pine needles. It was once known as Elf Leaf and used to attract happy feelings. In the Middle Ages, it was presented as a declaration of love. Rosemary retards spoilage in salads and works similarly in the human body. Rosemary leaves increase circulation, improve memory, reduce headaches, and have anti-bacterial and fungal properties. Rosemary improves food absorption by stimulating digestion, the liver, the intestinal tract, and the gallbladder. It also is used in antiseptic gargles for sore throats, gum problems and canker sores. Rosemary has a long-standing reputation as an invigorating herb, imparting a zest for life that is to some degree reflected in its distinctive aromatic taste. I n an ancient poetic sense, Rosemary has long been called the “herb of memory”. Recent studies have found more than a dozen anti-oxidant compounds, most of which collect in the tissue of the brain, preventing inflammation, stimulating circulation, and generally benefiting the mental functions. Rosemary may even help slow the breakdown of acetylcholine, a degeneration related to Alzheimer’s disease. As a cooking herb, it is used for is warming, digestive stimulating properties, and is cleansing to the whole body. Properties: tonic, stimulant, astringent, nervine, anti-inflammatory, carminative. Rosemary has been researched for its antiseptic and antimicrobial properties and may be beneficial for skin conditions and dandruff, candida, and impaired immune system. The scent of the herb alone is said to preserve youth. It alleviates depression, eases headaches, increases mental clarity, and preserves good humor and eliminate negativity of all kinds.  Our Rosemary is a spagyrically processed herb ready for use in infusions (teas), decoctions, tinctures, and elixirs. Cut, sifted, and dried Rosemary leaf. 1 lb. size! Item #925. $10.95

SHAVEGRASS (HORSETAIL) Equisetum hyemale. Ruled by Saturn. Horsetail or shavegrass is used most often for congestive or infectious conditions of the kidneys, as it is a very strong diuretic, as well as an anti-infective and astringent to the urinary system. These astringent properties can also be applied to conditions of unwanted bleeding, such as excessive menstruation, hemorrhoids, or ulcers. Horsetail contains large amounts of minerals, especially silica, and so is used in malnutrition-related disorders which manifest as poor hair, skin, or fingernail condition. It can be irritating to the urinary system, and should be taken in small, frequent doses for short-term therapy only. Uses: pain in the kidneys (especially right), pain in the bladder and urinary passages, constant desire to urinate (and passes large quantities of clear, light-colored urine without relief), nocturnal bedwetting of children, cystitis, and dysuria. The herb is cleaned, cut, sifted, and dried. 1 lb. size!  Item #938. $12.95

Uva Ursi Leaf   Arctostaphylos uva-ursi. Ruled by Saturn. Uva ursi is a low-growing evergreen with dark green leaves. The name is Latin for "bear's grape" and refers to the small red berries that bears love to eat so much. But it is the leaves that humans use for their therapeutic action. A low-growing plant with shiny, leathery leaves, creating vining mats on the ground in the dry forest areas of the world. Marco Polo, returning from China, and the early colonists of America all reported its use by native peoples as a kidney herb. Its main constituents are antiseptic and astringent, and so it is most often applied to urinary system infections which need a toning or cooling action. It reduces inflammation, helps tone the structure of the tissues, acidifies the urine to kill bacteria, and also contains allantoin, the tissue regenerative constituent found in comfrey. Uva Ursi can also be used for diarrhea, dysentery, and other intestinal problems, and it acts as a diuretic and urinary tract antibacterial agent, and has been used to treat disorders of the spleen, liver, pancreas, small intestine, and prostate.  Our Uva Ursi is a spagyrically processed herb ready for use in infusions (teas), decoctions, tinctures, and elixirs. Cut, sifted, and dried Uva Ursi leaf. 1 lb. size!  Item #928. $19.95

VALERIAN ROOT Valeriana officinalis. Ruled by Mercury. Valerian is native to Europe and western Asia. The medicinal properties of valerian were well known at least since Roman times. Valerian root is a general tranquilizer used for relieving nervous tension, insomnia and headaches. Valerian decreases muscular spasm, and is useful in cases of nervous indigestion, bowel syndrome, stomach and menstrual cramps. Used for its sedative and painkilling properties, and as a muscle relaxant and nervine. Valerian can be helpful for conditions such as insomnia, muscle spasms or stiffness, menstrual pain, headaches or other pain, and has been used by some to calm the brain activity associated with epilepsy. Large or prolonged doses of Valerian can result in depression, nausea, dizziness, and loss of mental clarity. Properties: sedative, relaxant, relieves muscle spasm, relieves anxiety, lowers blood pressure. German health authorities have pronounced valerian to be an effective treatment for restlessness and for sleep disturbances resulting from nervous conditions. The roots are cleaned, sifted, and dried. 1 lb. size!  Item #942. $18.95

WORMWOOD Artemisia absinthium. Ruled by Mercury. Wormwood is native to Europe. It’s esoteric properties include divination, dream enhancement, and psychic work. In the Middle Ages, the incense was burned on Halloween to enable a person to see the returning spirits of the dead. It was called absintium (“bitter’) by the Romans, and this property is used for providing bitter taste to some well-known beverages and liquors. Wormwood was one of the main flavorings of vermouth (whose name derives from the German for wormwood). Wormwood has a marked tonic effect on the stomach and the gallbladder and is useful in adjusting weak digestion problems. It is also used to expel roundworms and threadworms. By improving the functions of the digestive system it helps in many conditions, including anemia. It is also a muscle relaxer occasionally used to treat rheumatism. The leaves of wormwood have antiseptic properties that may derive from the azulenes that the plant contains. Properties: bitter, carminative, mild anti-depressant, muscle relaxer, antiseptic. The herb is cleaned, sifted, cut, and dried. 1 lb. size!  Item #944. $14.95

Yerba MATE Ilex paraguayensis. Ruled by Sun. Yerba Mate is a stimulant and pick-me-up, but without subsequent "crashing" and loss of vitality in most people. Yerba Mate has gotten a lot of attention as an alternative to coffee. There is some debate as to whether Yerba Mate contains caffeine, but like tea, it seems to be in a form which is less damaging to the body than that found in coffee. It is considered by many to be a whole-body tonic, increasing the vitality of all bodily systems, acting as an anti-oxidant, and balancing the metabolism and most bodily functions. The herb is cleaned, sifted, cut, and dried. 1 lb. size! Item #943. $13.95

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