Burdock is cut, and sold by the ounce.
Burdock has large dock like leaves and purple thistle like flowers that are followed by fruits covered in hooked spines.
Traditional Chinese healers used burdock root in combination with other plants to make cures for colds, measles, throat pain, and tonsillitis.
Burdock root was also popular in Japan as a source of vitamins and other nutrients.
In modern times, burdock root has been employed in the treatment of certain cancers. However, this use of burdock root still needs to be systematically tested.
Magical Properties:
Zodiac: Sagittarius
Gender: Female
Planet: Venus
Element: Water
Deities: Venus, Gaea, Oshun
Basic Powers: Purification, Protection
Used to ward off negativity, used in protection sachets, and can be worn to protect against magic.
Medicinal Usage:
Burdock may be used for inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. It is an excellent source of vitamins and minerals. It is a superior blood purifier and aids in digestion.
Culinary Usage:
Young Burdock leaves and stalks are eaten raw in salads, cooked in stir fry, or
cooked like carrots or celery.
Cosmetic Usage:
N/A
Usage Example:
Burdock Herbal Conditioner for Dry Hair
1 tbsp vinegar
1 pint boiling water
tsp each burdock root, calendula flowers, chamomile flowers, lavender flowers, rosemary leaves
Steep the herbs in the boiling water for 30 minutes. Strain and add the vinegar. Pour over hair and scalp after shampooing. Do not rinse out.
NOTE: Although there are medical usage notations provided for Burdock listed above, we are not doctors, and are not providing this educational information as medical advice. we suggest you consult with a physician of you are seeking medical remedies. The information we provide is strictly informational only, not medical advice. The Magick Moon, nor its employees shall be held responsible, or liable for the misuse of herbs listed in this section.
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