Hops

Hops are whole, and sold by the ounce.

Hops are a perennial root that produces vines with heart shaped leaves. The flower grow in bunches and then produce fluffy seeds.

Hops are medicinal. The hop vine is a perennial climbing plant found wild in many places in the world but mostly cultivated in the U.S. Properties and Uses: Anodyne, diuretic, febrifuge, hypnotic, sedative, tonic. Hops are most commonly used for their calming effect on the nervous system.

Magical Properties:
Zodiac: Leo
Gender: Male
Planet: Mars, Pluto
Element: Water
Deities: Thoth, Isis, Hygeia, Hyno
Basic Powers: Healing, sleep

Used for making ritual beverages but it is primarily used in dream pillows.

Medicinal Usage:
Hops Flowers are added to sleep pillows for insomnia. Used externally for boils and rashes.

Culinary Usage:
Young Hops shoots can be cooked and eaten like asparagus. Flowers are used to flavor beers and ales.

Cosmetic Usage:
Hops essential oil is included in bath and hair treatments.

Usage Example:
For a Hops Pillow, you will need a drawstring muslin bag or other bag that can breathe and close.

Add enough hops to fill the bag.

Once the bag is filled, place it inside your pillow for relaxing sleep. Other herbs such as lavender and chamomile can be added.

NOTE: Although there are medical usage notations provided for Hops listed above, we are not doctors, and do not provide this educational information as medical advice. We suggest you consult with a physician or certified herbalist if you are seeking medical remedies. The information provided above is strictly informational, and not meant or intended as medical advice. The Magick Moon, nor its employees shall be held responsible, or liable for the misuse of herbs listed in this section.