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Basics of Botanicals: BLUE LOTUS LILY

December 29, 2022

 

~Blue Lotus Lily~
(Nymphaea caerulea)

OCCULT/METAPHYSICAL/CURIO:

■ASTRAL
■MEDITATION
■3rd EYE CLARITY
■LUCID DREAMING
■SEX (CEREMONIES)

HISTORIC ALTERNATIVE MEDICINAL USES :
Active compounds: apomorphine and nuciferine

■Sleep Aide
■Nervine
■Antispasmodic
■Euphoric
■Aphrodisiac

more info:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5638439/

 

INTERACTIONS:

■MODERATE interaction with most if not all ANTIDIABETIC DRUGS & also with PEntobarbital (Nembutal)

 

SOME POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS:

■INCREASED HEART RATE
■HOT FLASHES

more info:
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/blue-lotus-flower#health-claims

https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-124/lotus

 

Other info on “Moderate to Severe” cases related to issues with BLUE LOTUS LILY concentrate / high doses beyond single servings:
https://academic.oup.com/milmed/advance-article/doi/10.1093/milmed/usab328/6338457

DISCLAIMER:

I AM NOT A DOCTOR

I AM NOT A PHARMACIST

Please seek the appropriate healthcare professionals to answer medical/drug-related questions. This information is for knowledge purposes only and not meant to replace any advice or care provided to you by your Health Care Team Providers. ANY INFORMATION WITHIN ‘BASICS OF BOTANICALS’ LITERARY WORKS SHOULD NOT BE TAKEN AS MEDICAL ADVICE NOR SHOULD IT REPLACE ANY MEDICAL SERVICES. ‘BASICS OF BOTANICALS’ IS NOT A COMPREHENSIVE COMPILATION; It is meant to be a spring-board type guide to getting individuals into searching in-depth further on their own. If any information is incorrect/missing, please email hwsbotanicalsemporium@gmail.com with the following:

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Basics of Botanicals: OAT STRAW

December 29, 2022

 

Oat Straw
(Avena sativa)
Leaves and stem

OCCULT/METAPHYSICAL/CURIO:

■Money
■Prosperity

TYPICAL USES IN HISTORIC ALTERNATIVE MEDICINES, per PUBMED:

(Considered to be a nervine and nutritive; offers support over time)

■STIMULANT
■ANTISPASMODIC
■DIURETIC
■NEUROTONIC

more info:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23072529/
https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-814/oats

INTERACTIONS:

■Medications for DIABETES

more info: https://www.rxlist.com/oats/supplements.htm#SpecialPrecautionsWarnings

DISCLAIMER:

I AM NOT A DOCTOR

I AM NOT A PHARMACIST

Please seek the appropriate healthcare professionals to answer medical/drug-related questions. This information is for knowledge purposes only and not meant to replace any advice or care provided to you by your Health Care Team Providers. ANY INFORMATION WITHIN ‘BASICS OF BOTANICALS’ LITERARY WORKS SHOULD NOT BE TAKEN AS MEDICAL ADVICE NOR SHOULD IT REPLACE ANY MEDICAL SERVICES. ‘BASICS OF BOTANICALS’ IS NOT A COMPREHENSIVE COMPILATION; It is meant to be a spring-board type guide to getting individuals into searching in-depth further on their own. If any information is incorrect/missing, please email hwsbotanicalsemporium@gmail.com with the following:

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Basics of Botanicals: PASSION FLOWER

December 29, 2022

 

PASSION FLOWER
(Passiflora)

OCCULT/METAPHYSICAL/CURIO:

■Love
■Peace
■Sleep
■Friendship
■dream pillows, sachets

TYPICAL USES IN HISTORIC ALTERNATIVE MEDICINES:

■ANXIETY
■SLEEP AID
■ADHD
■MENOPAUSAL

more info:
https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/passionflower#:~:text=Today%2C%20passionflower%20is%20promoted%20as,burns%20and%20to%20treat%20hemorrhoids.

INTERACTIONS:

■■CNS depressants, MODERATE; including but not limited to:

■Sedative medications:
■PENtobarbital (Nembutal)
■PHEnobarbital (Luminal)
■SECobarbital (Seconal)
■CLOnazepam (Klonopin)
■LORazempam (Ativan)
■ZOLpidem (Ambien)

more info:
https://www.rxlist.com/passion_flower/supplements.htm#Interactions

DISCLAIMER:

I AM NOT A DOCTOR

I AM NOT A PHARMACIST

Please seek the appropriate healthcare professionals to answer medical/drug-related questions. This information is for knowledge purposes only and not meant to replace any advice or care provided to you by your Health Care Team Providers. ANY INFORMATION WITHIN ‘BASICS OF BOTANICALS’ LITERARY WORKS SHOULD NOT BE TAKEN AS MEDICAL ADVICE NOR SHOULD IT REPLACE ANY MEDICAL SERVICES. ‘BASICS OF BOTANICALS’ IS NOT A COMPREHENSIVE COMPILATION; It is meant to be a spring-board type guide to getting individuals into searching in-depth further on their own. If any information is incorrect/missing, please email hwsbotanicalsemporium@gmail.com with the following:

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Basics of Botanicals: STINGING NETTLE

September 28, 2022

 

Nettle Leaf
(Urtica dioica)

OCCULT/METAPHYSICAL/CURIO:

■Protection
■Strength
■Healing
■Love
■Dispel fear
■Ward negativity

TYPICAL USES IN HISTORIC ALTERNATIVE MEDICINES AS

■Anti-inflammatory
■Anti-histamine
■Astringent

According to Healthline, it’s packed with:

■Vitamins: Vitamins A, C
and K, as well as several B vitamins

■Minerals: Calcium, iron,
magnesium, phosphorus, potassium and sodium

■Fats: Linoleic acid,
linolenic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid and oleic acid

■Amino acids: All of the essential amino acids

■Polyphenols: Kaempferol, quercetin, caffeic acid, coumarins and other flavonoids

■Pigments: Beta-carotene, lutein,
luteoxanthin and other carotenoids

more info:
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/stinging-nettle
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6100552/
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325244#benefits

INTERACTIONS:

■WARFARIN (COUMADIN)
■LITHIUM
■DIABETIC MEDICATIONS
■WATER PILLS (DIURETIC)

more info:
https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-664/stinging-nettle

DISCLAIMER:

I AM NOT A DOCTOR

I AM NOT A PHARMACIST

Please seek the appropriate healthcare professionals to answer medical/drug-related questions. This information is for knowledge purposes only and not meant to replace any advice or care provided to you by your Health Care Team Providers. ANY INFORMATION WITHIN ‘BASICS OF BOTANICALS’ LITERARY WORKS SHOULD NOT BE TAKEN AS MEDICAL ADVICE NOR SHOULD IT REPLACE ANY MEDICAL SERVICES. ‘BASICS OF BOTANICALS’ IS NOT A COMPREHENSIVE COMPILATION; It is meant to be a spring-board type guide to getting individuals into searching in-depth further on their own. If any information is incorrect/missing, please email hwsbotanicalsemporium@gmail.com with the following:

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Basics of Botanicals: SPEARMINT

September 28, 2022

 

Spearmint
(Mentha spicata)

OCCULT/METAPHYSICAL/CURIO:

■Protection
■Money
■Prosperity
■Dreams
■Banish Negative energies

TYPICAL USES IN HISTORIC ALTERNATIVE MEDICINES AS

■Sore throat
■Headaches
■Pruritus
■Uticaria
■ Indigestion
■Nausea

Flavoring to:
•Mouthwash
•toothpaste

more info:
https://www.rxlist.com/spearmint/supplements.html

INTERACTIONS:

■Hepatotoxic Drugs (medications that can be harmful to liver)

RX.com has a list of some ‘liver harmful drugs’ and taking spearmint with these medications can cause greater or more extensive damage to the liver.

Sedative Drugs including but not limited to:

■CNS depressants
■CLonazepam (Klonopin)
■LORazepam (Ativan)
■ZOLpidem (Ambien)

more info:
https://www.rxlist.com/spearmint/supplements.htm#Interactions

 

DISCLAIMER:

I AM NOT A DOCTOR

I AM NOT A PHARMACIST

Please seek the appropriate healthcare professionals to answer medical/drug-related questions. This information is for knowledge purposes only and not meant to replace any advice or care provided to you by your Health Care Team Providers. ANY INFORMATION WITHIN ‘BASICS OF BOTANICALS’ LITERARY WORKS SHOULD NOT BE TAKEN AS MEDICAL ADVICE NOR SHOULD IT REPLACE ANY MEDICAL SERVICES. ‘BASICS OF BOTANICALS’ IS NOT A COMPREHENSIVE COMPILATION; It is meant to be a spring-board type guide to getting individuals into searching in-depth further on their own. If any information is incorrect/missing, please email hwsbotanicalsemporium@gmail.com with the following:

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Basics of Botanicals: SIBERIAN GINSENG

September 28, 2022

Siberian GINSENG
(Eleutherococcus senticosus)

OCCULT/METAPHYSICAL/CURIO:

■Hex Breaker
■Money
■Health
■Courage
■Sex magick
■Wards off negative energy
■Attract love

TYPICAL USES IN HISTORIC ALTERNATIVE MEDICINES:

■Tonic
■Stimulant
■Sexual Potency
■Strengthen Immunity

more info:
https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-985/eleuthero
https://www.rxlist.com/siberian_ginseng/supplements.htm

 

INTERACTIONS:

■ ALCOHOL
■DIGOXIN (Lanoxin)
■LITHIUM

■Medications changed by the liver (Cytochrome P450 1A2 (CYP1A2) substrates)

■Medications changed by the liver (Cytochrome P450 2C9 (CYP2C9) substrates)

■Medications changed by the liver (Cytochrome P450 2D6 (CYP2D6) substrates)

■Medications changed by the liver (Cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) substrates)

■Medications for diabetes (Antidiabetes drugs)

■Medications moved by pumps in cells (Organic Anion-Transporting Polypeptide Substrates)

■Medications moved by pumps in cells (P-glycoprotein Substrates)

■Medications that decrease the immune system (Immunosuppressants)

■Medications that slow blood clotting (Anticoagulant / Antiplatelet drugs)

■Sedative medications (CNS depressants)

more info:
https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-985/eleuthero
https://www.rxlist.com/siberian_ginseng/supplements.htm#Interactions

 

DISCLAIMER:

I AM NOT A DOCTOR

I AM NOT A PHARMACIST

Please seek the appropriate healthcare professionals to answer medical/drug-related questions. This information is for knowledge purposes only and not meant to replace any advice or care provided to you by your Health Care Team Providers. ANY INFORMATION WITHIN ‘BASICS OF BOTANICALS’ LITERARY WORKS SHOULD NOT BE TAKEN AS MEDICAL ADVICE NOR SHOULD IT REPLACE ANY MEDICAL SERVICES. ‘BASICS OF BOTANICALS’ IS NOT A COMPREHENSIVE COMPILATION; It is meant to be a spring-board type guide to getting individuals into searching in-depth further on their own. If any information is incorrect/missing, please email hwsbotanicalsemporium@gmail.com with the following:

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Basics of Botanicals: HOPS

September 28, 2022


Hops
(Humulus lupulus)

 

OCCULT/METAPHYSICAL/CURIO:

■Herb for dream pillows
■Restfulness
■Serenity
■Healing
■Sachets
■Incense

 

 

TYPICAL USES IN HISTORIC ALTERNATIVE MEDICINES

■Anti-inflammatory
■Anti-anxiety
■Analgesic
■Insomnia
■Hot Flashes
■Depression

more info:
https://www.verywellhealth.com/the-health-benefits-of-hops-89058

INTERACTIONS:

■Reaction to birch or birch pollen- avoid
■Alcohol
■Estrogen-dependent conditions
■Gynecomastia
■Breast cancer/ related medications
■Sedatives
■CNS depressants

more info:
https://www.verywellhealth.com/the-health-benefits-of-hops-89058
https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-856/hops

 

 

DISCLAIMER:

I AM NOT A DOCTOR

I AM NOT A PHARMACIST

Please seek the appropriate healthcare professionals to answer medical/drug-related questions. This information is for knowledge purposes only and not meant to replace any advice or care provided to you by your Health Care Team Providers. ANY INFORMATION WITHIN ‘BASICS OF BOTANICALS’ LITERARY WORKS SHOULD NOT BE TAKEN AS MEDICAL ADVICE NOR SHOULD IT REPLACE ANY MEDICAL SERVICES. ‘BASICS OF BOTANICALS’ IS NOT A COMPREHENSIVE COMPILATION; It is meant to be a spring-board type guide to getting individuals into searching in-depth further on their own. If any information is incorrect/missing, please email hwsbotanicalsemporium@gmail.com with the following:

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Basics of Botanicals: SKULLCAP

September 28, 2022

SKULLCAP
(Scutellaria lateriflora)

 

OCCULT/METAPHYSICAL/CURIO:

■Relaxation
■Peace
■Oaths/Binding
■Commitment
■Relief of disharmony
■charm ward

 

TYPICAL USES IN HISTORIC ALTERNATIVE MEDICINES AS:

■Nervine
■Inflammation
■Anxiety
■Insomnia

more info:
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/skullcap#what-it-is

 

INTERACTIONS:

■Sedative Medications (CNS depressants)

more info:
https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-986/skullcap

DISCLAIMER:

I AM NOT A DOCTOR

I AM NOT A PHARMACIST

Please seek the appropriate healthcare professionals to answer medical/drug-related questions. This information is for knowledge purposes only and not meant to replace any advice or care provided to you by your Health Care Team Providers. ANY INFORMATION WITHIN ‘BASICS OF BOTANICALS’ LITERARY WORKS SHOULD NOT BE TAKEN AS MEDICAL ADVICE NOR SHOULD IT REPLACE ANY MEDICAL SERVICES. ‘BASICS OF BOTANICALS’ IS NOT A COMPREHENSIVE COMPILATION; It is meant to be a spring-board type guide to getting individuals into searching in-depth further on their own. If any information is incorrect/missing, please email hwsbotanicalsemporium@gmail.com with the following:

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Basics of Botanicals: VALERIAN ROOT

September 28, 2022

 

 

VALERIAN ROOT
(Valeriana officinalis)

OCCULT/METAPHYSICAL/CURIO:

■Purification
■Hex Breaker
■Stability
■Happiness
■Grounding
■Creativity
■Hidden Knowledge

more info:
https://www.herbalgram.org/resources/herbclip/herbclip-news/2021/valerian-historical-mythical-and-magical-uses/

 

TYPICAL USES IN HISTORIC ALTERNATIVE MEDICINES AS A SEDATIVE:

■SLEEP DISORDERS
■ANXIETY
■STRESS

more info:
https://www.rxlist.com/consumer_valerian/drugs-condition.htm

 

INTERACTIONS:

■Alcohol
■Alprazolam (xanax)
■Sedative Medications (CNS depressants)
■Medications changed by the liver (Glucuronidated)

further listed interactions can be found via :
https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-870/valerian

 

DISCLAIMER:

I AM NOT A DOCTOR

I AM NOT A PHARMACIST

Please seek the appropriate healthcare professionals to answer medical/drug-related questions. This information is for knowledge purposes only and not meant to replace any advice or care provided to you by your Health Care Team Providers. ANY INFORMATION WITHIN ‘BASICS OF BOTANICALS’ LITERARY WORKS SHOULD NOT BE TAKEN AS MEDICAL ADVICE NOR SHOULD IT REPLACE ANY MEDICAL SERVICES. ‘BASICS OF BOTANICALS’ IS NOT A COMPREHENSIVE COMPILATION; It is meant to be a spring-board type guide to getting individuals into searching in-depth further on their own. If any information is incorrect/missing, please email hwsbotanicalsemporium@gmail.com with the following:

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Basics of Botanicals: BURDOCK ROOT

September 28, 2022

 

 

Burdock Root
(Organic Arctium lappa)

OCCULT/METAPHYSICAL/CURIO:

■Protective
■Ward
■Washing water (magick tool cleansing; mirror or reflective surfaces)
■Boosting personal positivity

TYPICAL USES IN HISTORIC ALTERNATIVE MEDICINES:

■ Anti-inflammatory
■ “Blood Purifier” – believed to help rid the blood of toxins
■ Poor evidence to suggest it be useful for Aging skin/Stomach problems/Joint swelling
ex.: natural skin cleanser/salve additive

more info:
https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-111/burdock

 

INTERACTIONS:

■Medications related to slowing clotting factors of the blood
-Anticoagulation/Antiplatelet related drugs

more info:
https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-111/burdock

DISCLAIMER:

I AM NOT A DOCTOR

I AM NOT A PHARMACIST

Please seek the appropriate healthcare professionals to answer medical/drug-related questions. This information is for knowledge purposes only and not meant to replace any advice or care provided to you by your Health Care Team Providers. ANY INFORMATION WITHIN ‘BASICS OF BOTANICALS’ LITERARY WORKS SHOULD NOT BE TAKEN AS MEDICAL ADVICE NOR SHOULD IT REPLACE ANY MEDICAL SERVICES. ‘BASICS OF BOTANICALS’ IS NOT A COMPREHENSIVE COMPILATION; It is meant to be a spring-board type guide to getting individuals into searching in-depth further on their own. If any information is incorrect/missing, please email hwsbotanicalsemporium@gmail.com with the following:

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