St. John's Wort is cut, and sold by the ounce.
St.John's Wort is a clump forming perennial, woody at the base, has oblong leaves and yellow 5 petal flowers.
St. John's Wort uses include wound healing, immune system stimulant, insomnia, headache, menstrual cramps, colds, antidepressant, protection, exorcism, courage, battle invincibility, divination.
Magical Properties:
Zodiac: Leo
Gender: Female
Planet: Sun
Element: Fire
Deities: Baldur
Basic Powers: Protection, exorcism, healing
St. John's Wort, an herb of protection should be tossed into the hearth or fireplace and allowed to burn to protect against lightening and severe storms.
May be used as an amulet at midsummer.
Also is used to commune with the fire spirits.
Medicinal Usage:
An infusion of aerial parts of St. John's Wort is given for pms, anxiety, nervous tension, and irritability.
A tincture is prescribes if you have long standing nervous tension.
It is also given for childhood bed wetting.
A wash is used for wounds, skin sores, and bruises.
The flowers made into cream is used for sciatica, sprains, cramps, or breast engorgement while lactating.
It is also as an antiseptic for skin irritations or sores.
The infused oil is used for muscle or joint inflammations, such as tendonitis, carpal tunnel, neuralgia, and sciatica.
A few drops of lavender added to it can be used on burns or mixed with yarrow oil for joint inflammations.
Culinary Usage:
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Cosmetic Usage:
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Usage Example:
St. John's Wort Tea
Pour one cup of boiling water over 1 to 2 tsp of dried St. John's wort
Steep for 10 minutes
Sweeten as required.
NOTE: Although there are medical usage notations provided for St. John's Wort 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 herbologist 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.
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