Species Imperatoris
Emperors Powder

Tradition:


Western

Source / Author:


Dispensatorium Pharmaceuticum Austriaco, 1729

Herb Name

Cinnamon
Ginger
Clove
Galangal
Nutmeg
Mace

Latin


Cinnamonum zeylanicum
Zingiber officinalis
Eugenia caryophyllus
Alpina officinarum
Myristica fragrans
Myristica fragrans

Amount


10 drams
1 oz.
1⁄2 oz.


2 drams ea.

Preparation:


Powder

Function:


Clears Cold and Wind, benefits the Heart, strengthens Digestion

Use:


1. Coldness of the Heart
2. Stomach Coldness: Wind, Colic, promotes Digestion

Dose:


1⁄2–1 dram

Cautions:


None noted

Modifications:



This was designed for an Emperor, although which one is uncertain.
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