Electuarium Diaspermaton
Electuary of Seeds

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Herb Name Melon seed Gourd seed Pumpkin seed Cucumber seed Chicory seed Endive seed Lettuce seed Purslane seed Asparagus seed Burnet seed Basil seed Parsley seed Winter Cherry Gromwell seed Licorice juice Cinnamon Mace

Latin Citrullus vulgaris Lagenaria vulgaris Cucurbita pepo Cucumis sativus Chicorium intybus Chicorium endiva Lactuosa sativa Portulaceae oleracea Asparagus officinale Sanguisorba officinalis Ocinum basilicum Petroselinum crispum Physalis alkekengi Lithospermum officinale Succus Glycyrrhiza Cinnamonum zeylanicum Myristica fragrans Amount 2 drams ea. 3 drams ea. 1 dram ea.

Preparation:

With 8 times the weight of Sugar dissolved in Water (or decoction) of Marshmallow, form an Electuary according to Art.

Function:

Clears Damp, promotes Urine, Expels Gravel and Stones

Use:

1. Gravel and Stones
2. Strangury, Dysuria
3. Clears Heat of the Urinary system

Dose:

1⁄2 oz. for an adult, 1–2 drams for a Child. Usually taken with some Stone-breaking syrup or decoction.

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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