Syrup for the Memory

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Sennertus

Herb Name Orris Calamus Valerian Pellitory Galangal Betony Marjoram Balm Thyme Lily of the Valley flower Lavender Sage Stoechas

Latin Iris germanica Acorus calamus Valeriana officinalis Anacyclus pyrethrum Alpina officinarum Betonica officinalis Oreganum marjorana Melissa officinalis Thymus vulgaris Convallaria majalis Lavendula officinalis Salvia officinalis Lavendula stoechas Amount 1⁄2 dram ea. 2 drams 1⁄2 handful ea. 2 handfuls ea.

Preparation:

Decoct in 3 lbs. of water down to 1 1⁄2 lbs., and with sufficient Honey, form a Syrup. The herbs should be decocted first, adding the aromatics towards the end.

Function:

Clears Cold-Damp-Phlegm, opens the Orifices of the Brain, moves Qi, benefits the Brain and Memory

Use:

1. Poor or Failing Memory
2. Dull or Poor Mental function
3. poor Cerebral circulation

Dose:

2–4 oz.

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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