Electuarium Symphyti
Electuary of Comfrey


Tradition:


Western

Source / Author:


Fioravantus

Herb Name

Comfrey root
Pomegranate peel
Aloeswood

Myrrh
Mastic
Sarcocolla
Dragon’s Blood
Honey

Latin


Symphytum officinale
Punica granatum
Aquillaria agallocha
Commiphora molmol
Pistacia lentiscus
Astragalus sarcocolla
Daemonorops draco
Mel

Amount


1 lb.
1 oz.
6 drams




2 drams ea.

16 oz.


Preparation:


Powder the herbs and gums, then with the Honey, form an Electuary

Function:


Astringent, strengthening

Use:


1. Hernias
2. Aneurism, Varicose veins
3. Fractures
4. Wounds of the Lungs, Spitting of Blood


Dose:


1 dram

Cautions:


None noted

Modifications:



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