Powder of Lavender Seed to Promote Labor

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Medicina Britannica, Thomas Short, 1746

Herb Name Lavender seed powder Plantain seed Endive seed Pepper

Latin Lavendula officinalis Plantago majus Chicorium endiva Piper nigrum Amount 1⁄2 dram 2 scruples ea. 1 scruple

Preparation:

Powder

Function:

Promotes Labor

Use:

Held to be a ‘Great Secret’ in promoting Birth

Dose:

1⁄2–1 dram in 3 ounces each of Honeysuckle and Endive waters

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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