Decoction of Hyssop
Tradition:
Western
Source / Author:
Andrezeos (Omnia Quae extant in Latinum Sermonem Conversa, 1556)
|
Herb Name |
Latin |
Amount * |
|---|---|---|
|
Hyssopus officinale | ||
|
Fomitopsis officinalis | ||
|
Iris germanica | ||
|
Glycyrrhiza glabra | ||
|
Juncus odoratus | ||
|
Paeonia officinalis | ||
|
Asarum europeum | ||
|
Aristolchia spp. | ||
|
Dorema ammoniacum | ||
|
Foeniculum vulgare | ||
|
Lavendula stoechas | ||
|
Marrubium vulgare | ||
|
Laccifer lacca |
2 aur. ea. * |
* Aur is a traditional weight being that of a Gold coin. Over time, it was reduced from over 8 grams to around 6 grams.
Preparation:
Decoct in sufficient water until one-third is wasted
Function:
Clear Phlegm, benefit the Lungs, stops Cough and Wheezing
Use:
1. Asthma
2. Shortness of Breath
3. Chronic Cough
4. Chest pain
Dose:
3 oz., or a small cupful twice daily
Cautions:
None noted
Modifications:
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