Syrupus de Acorus
Syrup of Calamus
Tradition:
Western
Source / Author:
Wirtzung
|
Herb Name |
Latin |
Amount * |
|---|---|---|
|
Acorus calamus |
1⁄2 ounces | |
|
Primula veris |
3 handfuls | |
|
Hypericum perforatum | ||
|
Salvia spp. * | ||
|
Salvia officinalis | ||
|
Betonica officinalis | ||
|
Melissa officinalis | ||
|
Ruta graveolens | ||
|
Laurus nobilis |
1 handful ea. | |
|
Siler trilobum | ||
|
Commiphora opobalsamum | ||
|
Commiphora opobalsamum | ||
|
Ocinum basilicum |
2 drams ea. | |
|
Glycyrrhiza glabra | ||
|
Ribes nigrum | ||
|
Lavendula officinalis | ||
|
Amaranthus hypochondriacus |
1 oz. ea. |
* several plants were called “Wild Sage”. S. nemorosa (Wood Sage) or S. verbenaca (Clary Sage) are possibly indicated.
Preparation:
With 6 ounces clarified Honey and 12 ounces of Rain water that has been clarified with egg white, form a syrup.
Function:
Stops Wind, clears Damp, regulates Qi
Use:
Paralysis
Dose:
2–4 oz.
Cautions:
None noted
Modifications:
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