Boneset (Organic)

Bulk Herbs: Boneset, Organic
Eupatorium perfoliatum

Format: C/S
Size: 1 oz package

Also known as: Eupatorium perfoliatum, por huesos, Agueweed, Hempweed, Indian Sage, Crosswort, Feverwort, Sweating Plant, Teasel, Wood Boneset, and Thoroughwort.

Farming Type: Organic
Origin: USA

Native to Eastern and Central North America, Boneset is a perennial daisy, growing 2 to 4 feet (60 to 120 cm) tall with a long, hairy stem topped with white flower heads of 10 to 20 blossoms from June to September. Its common name derives from its historical use in treating a viral infection known as "break-bone fever." Breakbone fever is now more commonly known as Dengue fever. According to Pliny the Elder, the Latin name Eupatorium is derived from Eupater, a 1st-century B.C.E. king of Pontus, who was famous for his herbal skills and is reported to be the first to use a plant of this genus for liver complaints. Not really used to treat broken bones, Boneset is nonetheless an excellent remedy for colds and congestion.

Boneset treats colds by raising body temperature to kill the cold virus, but it also treats fevers by inducing perspiration to lower body temperature. The polysaccharides in Bonesett activate T-cells to fight bacterial infections.

English folklore notes that the leaves can be burned to get rid of wasps and flies. Civil War troops were known to use it before the advent of aspirin for aches and fever.

Note: Boneset is most effective when taken on the first day of symptoms. Safety for pregnant women, nursing mothers, children under the age of 6, or persons with severe liver or kidney disease has not been established.

In magick, Bonesett is ruled by Saturn and Water. It is mainly used to drive away evil spirits and thoughts.

Keywords: Protection, Exorcism

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