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Helichrysum Flowers (Immortelle)

Helichrysum Flowers (Immortelle)

$9.50

Bulk Herbs: Helichrysum Flowers (Immortelle)
Helichrysum stoechas

Format: Flowers
Size: 1 oz package

Also Known as: yellow chaste weed, Common Shrubby Everlasting, Eternal Flower, Goldilocks, Perpetua, Dwarf Everlasting, Life Everlasting, and Immortelle

Location: Bulgaria

A native to the Mediterranean, the golden yellow flower heads of the helichrysum are collected before they open for herbal use to make aromatic, spicy, and slightly bitter teas. The name is derived from the Greek: helios meaning sun, and chrysos meaning gold. In areas of South Africa, it has been used as an aphrodisiac and also as a food. Usually, it is seen as a garden ornamental.

Helichrysum flowers are often used to improve the appearance of herbal teas. They are a key ingredient in the Zahraa tea popular in the Middle East. Any tea containing helichrysum should be strained before drinking.

An infusion of the bright yellow flowers is used the treat gallbladder disorders and as a diuretic for rheumatism and cystitis. The dried plant is often used for decorative purposes, along with or instead of its relative, Helichrysum bracteatum.

Helichrysum stoechas is similar to the species Helichrysum arenarium, but the leaves are all linear, with rolled-under edges. It is found in western France on dunes near the sea.

In magick, Life Everlasting is used in spells for good health and Longevity, as well as for restoring youth. It can also be used to prevent sickness and disease.

For educational purposes only. The Food and Drug Administration has not evaluated this information. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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