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Verdigris, Aerugo, Tong Lu 铜绿

ByAdam Tate

Verdigris, Aerugo, Tong Lu 铜绿 Verdigris, Copper acetateAeris erugoTong Lu (TCM)Zangar, Zanjar (Unani) Aeris erugoHortus sanitatis, 1491 Mineralogical Name: Copper subacetate Parts used: Two main types recognized:  1. Blue or French Verdigris, consisting chiefly of mono-basic Copper Acetate;  2. Green, English, German or Swedish varieties which is chiefly semi-basic Copper Acetate. Temperature & Taste: Hot,…

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Powder for Polyps

ByAdam Tate

Powder for Polyps Tradition: Western Source / Author: Wirtzung Herb Name AlumVerdigrisOrpiment Latin Alumen Aerugo Auripigmentum Amount 1⁄2 oz.1 scruple Preparation: Powder Function: Dries, astringent, destroys growths Use: Applied topically to Nasal Polyps Dose: Roll a small piece of linen cloth, dip into vinegar, then into the powder and apply topically, being careful to protect…

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Plaster for Cancer (Culpeper)

ByAdam Tate

Plaster for Cancer Tradition: Western Source / Author: Culpeper Herb Name Ground Ivy juiceHoneyVerdigris Latin Glechoma hederaceaMelCopper acetate Amount 2 part 3 parts 1 part Preparation: Mix to a stiff paste; it is better if the juice is thickened a little by evaporation. Function: Clears Heat and Toxin, removes foul Flesh, promotes growth of healthy…

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