Confection to Promote Sleep

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Wirtzung

Herb Name Poppy seed Endive seed Lettuce seed Purslane seed Melon seed Gourd seed Pumpkin seed Cucumber seed Mandrake fruit Saffron Camomile Dill seed Aloeswood Sugar Honey of Violet

Latin Papaver somniferum Chicorium endiva Lactuosa sativa Portulaceae oleracea Citrullus vulgaris Lagenaria vulgaris Cucurbita pepo Cucumis sativus Mandragora officinalis Crocus sativus Matricaria recutita Anethum graveolens Aquillaria agallocha Saccharum Mel Violatum Amount 2 oz. ea. 1 1⁄2 drams ea. 1 1⁄4 oz. 1 1⁄2 drams ea. 1 dram 12 oz. 6 oz.

Preparation:

Gently heat the Sugar and Honey together with a little Water of Water Lilly until it has thickened, then when almost cold, mix the rest in fine powder

Function:

Clears Heat, eases Pain, promotes Rest

Use:

1. Insomnia from Heat
2. Frantic people with Restlessness and Insomnia

Dose:

2 drams–1⁄2 oz. It may also be applied externally to the temples, forehead, under the nose and on the pulses.

Cautions:

Avoid overdose.

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