Decoction of Senna

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Herb Name Senna Polypody Ginger Raisins, stoned Sebestens Prunes Borage flowers Violets flowers Rose flowers Rosemary flowers

Latin Cassia angustifolia Polypodium vulgare Zingiber officinalis Vitis vinifera Cordia spp Prunus domestica Borago officinalis Viola odorata Rosa gallica Rosmarinus officinalis Amount 2 oz. 1⁄2 oz. 1 dram 2 oz. 12 each 2 drams ea.

Preparation:

Boil in 4 lbs. of Water until half is gone, adding the Senna towards the end.

Function:

Purges Melancholy

Use:

Melancholy diseases of the Head

Dose:

2–4 oz.

Cautions:

None noted

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