Powder of Great Use Against Forgetfulness

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Philippi Grulingii Medicinae practica (1665)

Herb Name Rosemary flowers Marjoram flowers Sage flowers Betony flowers Balm flowers Bay berry Peony seed Basil seed Balm seed Cinnamon Zedoary Caraway seed Cumin seed Cubeb Nutmeg Mace Clove Cardamon Ginger Licorice Frankincense Mastic Coriander seed prepared White Sugar

Latin Rosmarinus officinalis Oreganum marjorana Salvia officinalis Betonica officinalis Melissa officinalis Laurus nobilis Peonia officinalis Ocinum basilicum Melissa officinalis Cinnamonum zeylanicum Curcuma zedoaria Carum carvi Cuminum cyminum Piper cubeba Myristica fragrans Myristica fragrans Eugenia caryophyllus Elettaria cardamomum Zingiber officinalis Glycyrrhiza glabra Boswellia sacra Pistacia lentiscus Coriandrum sativum Saccharum alba Amount 1⁄2 oz. ea. 1 dram ea. 1 1⁄2 drams ea. 1 dram ea. 1 scruple 1 dram ea. 1 1⁄2 drams 1 lb.

Preparation:

Powder

Function:

Clears Damp and Phlegm, regulates Qi, Strengthens the Brain

Use:

Amnesia, Poor or Failing Memory

Dose:

1–2 drams with a suitable vehicle

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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