Electuary of Roman Spikenard

Tradition:

Western, Unani

Source / Author:

Luminare Majus, 1549

Herb Name	Latin	Amount *
Roman Spikenard *	Valeriana celtica	3 drams
Wormwood	Artemisia absinthum	1 dram

* Several sources have stated that Roman Spikenard is the same as Celtic Spikenard. In any case, Roman Spikenard was regarded as a slightly weaker type of Spikenard when compared to Indian Spikenard, the latter of which was also commonly used for Liver obstruction. Therefore, Indian Spikenard (Nardostachys jatamansi) may be used in its place.

Preparation:

Powder and form an Electuary with three times thier weight of clarified Honey

Function:

Opens obstructions of the Liver

Use:

1. Liver obstruction
2. Hypochondriac pain

Dose:

1⁄2–1 dram

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

Indian Spikenard can replace Roman Spikenard

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