Electuary of Maidenhair

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Zenon of Athens (Omnia Quae extant in Latinum Sermonem Conversa, 1556)

Herb Name Maidenhair Orris Licorice Peony Balsam fruit Horehound Camomile Round Birthwort

Latin Adiantum capillus-veneris Iris germanica Glycyrrhiza glabra Peonia officinalis Commiphora opobalsamum Marrubium vulgare Matricaria recutita Aristolchia rotunda Amount 25 aur  * 15 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. The weights may be adjusted for modern use.

Preparation:

Powder and mix with a syrup of Honey and Maidenahir to form an Electuary.

Function:

Clears Crass Phlegm from the Lungs, Stops Cough

Use:

1. Cough with excess Crass or Cold Phlegm
2. Asthma with excess Phlegm
3. Other Lung conditions with Cold / Crass Phlegm obstructing the Lungs

Dose:

4 drams with a decoction of Camomile

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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