Decoction of Hyssop

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Andrezeos (Omnia Quae extant in Latinum Sermonem Conversa, 1556)

Herb Name Hyssop Agaric Orris Licorice Squinanth Peony Asarabacca Round Birthwort Gum Ammoniacum Fennel seed Stoechas juice concentrate Horehound juice concentrate Lacca

Latin Hyssopus officinale Fomitopsis officinalis Iris germanica Glycyrrhiza glabra Juncus odoratus Paeonia officinalis Asarum europeum Aristolchia spp. Dorema ammoniacum Foeniculum vulgare Lavendula stoechas Marrubium vulgare Laccifer lacca Amount 2 aur. ea. *

* Aur is a traditional weight being that of a Gold coin. Over time, it was reduced from over 8 grams to around 6 grams.

Preparation:

Decoct in sufficient water until one-third is wasted

Function:

Clear Phlegm, benefit the Lungs, stops Cough and Wheezing

Use:

1. Asthma
2. Shortness of Breath
3. Chronic Cough
4. Chest pain

Dose:

3 oz., or a small cupful twice daily

Cautions:

None noted

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