Wine of Eyebright and Fennel

Tradition:


Western

Source / Author:


Wirtzung

Herb Name

Eyebright
Fennel seed
Cinnamon

Latin


Euphrasia officinalis
Foeniculum vulgare
Cinnamonum zeylanicum

Amount


2 handfuls
1⁄2 oz.
3 drams

Preparation:


Bruise the herbs, put in a bag and steep in Rhenish wine (Riesling) (1 gallon or more).

Function:


Warms, benefits the Eyes

Use:


1. strengthens the Sight
2. used for mild and acute cases of failing Eyesight, photophobia, red and itchiness of the Eyes etc.

Dose:


a small glassful each morning

Cautions:


None noted

Modifications:



This is an expanded version of Eyebright Wine.

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