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
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