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| Pulsatilla Anemone pulsatilla |
| Part used: Aerial parts. |
| Actions: Nervine, antispasmodic, antibacterial. |
| Indications: Pulsatilla is an effective relaxing nervine for use in problems relating to nervous tension and spasm in the reproductive system. It may be used with safety in the relief of painful periods, ovarian pain and painful conditions of the testes. It may be used to reduce tension reactions and headaches associated with them. It will help insomnia and general overactivity. The antibacterial actions give this herb a role in treating infections that affect the skin, especially boils. It is similarly useful in the treatment of respiratory infections and asthma. The oil or tincture will ease earache. |
| Preparations and dosage: Infusion: pour 1 cup of boiling water over 1/2 teaspoonful of the dried herb and leave to infuse for 1015 minutes. Drink 1 cup 3 times a day or when needed. |
| Tincture: 1/81/4 tsp. 3 times a day. |
| Passionflower Passiflora incarnata |
| Part used: Leaves and whole plant. |
| Actions: Nervine, hypnotic, antispasmodic, anodyne, hypotensive. |
| Indications: Passionflower has a depressant effect on central nervous system activity and is hypotensive. It is used for its sedative and soothing properties, to lower blood pressure and for insomnia. The alkaloids and flavonoids have both been reported to have sedative activity in animals. Many of the flavonoids, such as apigenin, are wellknown for pharmacological activity, particularly antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory activities. It is the herb of choice for treating intransigent insomnia. It aids the transition into a restful sleep without any narcotic hang- |
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