Hyssopus officinalis Family: Labiatae
Uses:
Spiritual Uses:
- Cleansing use in spiritual baths and floor washes
Caution: Avoid during pregnancy. Take only in small doses. People with high blood pressure and epileptics should also avoid use.
Dosage: 1-2 tsp herb infused 1 Cup boiling water or 1oz dried herb for 1 pint of water, 1 taken daily while symptoms persist; 15-30 drops tincture once daily; avoid large doses and taking long term
Personal Experience: I use this herb mostly for spiritual purposes, particularly in spiritual baths.
Parts Used: Aerial parts. Dried
Range: Native to the Eastern Mediterranean, now also grown in US zones 4-8 and Canada
Habitat & Growing Conditions: Likes well drained soil in full to partial sun
Properties:
Key Constituents:
Sources:
The New Holistic Herbal, David Hoffmann p207
Herbs An Illustrated Encyclopedia, Kathi Keville p107
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