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Protection Incense Mix well ground portions. Burn on charcoal. 4 parts Frankincense 3 parts Myrrh 2 Parts juniper berries 1 Part Rosemary 1/2 part Avens 1/2 part Mugwort 1/2 part yarrow 1/2 part St. John's Wort 1/2 part Angelica 1/2 Part Basil |
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Patchouli - Love the Smell or Hate It
By Rev. Dr. Lisa Waltz, ND, DD
Patchouli (Pogostemon patchouli) is an ancient plant, known
throughout the Old World. It is best known as that ever popular
incense scent of the 1960's in the 'Age of Love in America', when the
populace learned to either love it's scent, or hate it completely.
The oil derived from the plant leaves is often used as a scent
fixative in perfumes and fragrances, as well as to mask strong odors
from chemical combinations. The odor improves with age, so
manufacturers of perfumes generally prefer the older oil.
Medicinal Uses of Patchouli
Patchouli leaves have been used to make an infusion to treat
dysentery, diarrhea, colds without fevers, vomiting, and nausea.
Fresh leaves bruised and applied to burns aid in healing. The
essential oil is used externally to treat skin problems including dry
and chapped skin, fungal problems, and acne, and as an aphrodisiac.
In aromatherapy it is used to calm the nerves as well as to control
appetite, to treat depression, stress, and lack of sexual interest.
It also has been used in deodorants, to mask perspiration; of course
for this application you will want to be sure you enjoy the scent.
The oil as well as the leaf infusion has been used externally to
treat dandruff, dermatitis, eczema, and acne.
In parts of Arabia, China, and Japan, it was believed that applying
patchouli oil before and after sexual intercourse prevented venereal
disease. This has not been proven nor studied, although the actions
of the oil would indicate that it could be useful in killing bacteria
and viruses, but I would not recommend this as a protective measure
in today's society.
Patchouli's actions are typically classified as being carminative,
diaphoretic, alterative, astringent, anti-emetic, anti-fungal, and
anti-inflammatory, and it has been shown to have cell-regenerating
abilities.
The dried leaves are valuable in repelling insects such as moths from
stored textiles as well as food pantries and bedding. Tuck the dried
leaves between stored bed and table linens, under mattresses, and set
among pantry shelves.
A quick and easy mixture for applying to the face to treat skin
irritations and dry skin contains 3 drops of patchouli essential oil,
3 drops of rose oil, 3 drops of evening primrose oil, and 3 drops of
lavender essential oil, mixed together in a tablespoon of almond or
olive oil. Blend well and apply to the face before bed, wash away in
the morning.
Spiritual Uses of Patchouli
Patchouli oil is a powerful worn to attract the opposite sex either
by itself or mixed with other attracting essential oils. It is
recognized as a sensual oil, calling love to the wearer as well as
showing love of Deity, and it is believed to ward off negativity and
evil. Patchouli is also burned in incenses to aid divination and
clairvoyance, and is believed to attract money and prosperity.
Growing Patchouli
Patchouli is a tender perennial, a native of Malaysia, that grows
approximately 3 to 4 foot tall with a bushy habit. The leaves are
large and furry. Cold will kill it, so try growing it as a houseplant
if you enjoy its fragrance, giving you the added benefit of helping
to repel insect predators from your houseplants. Patchouli prefers
average to rich soil and partial shade.
Bibliography:
* The Herbal Encyclopedia - A Practical Guide to the Many Uses of
Plants by Rev. Dr. Lisa Waltz, ND, DD; available in electronic form
only from EarthNow.org.
* The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Natural Remedies by C. Norman
Shealy MD, PhD
* The Art of Aromatherapy by Pamela Allardice
* Aromatherapy by Patricia Davis
* Planetary Herbology by Michael Tierra
* Herbs That Heal by Michael and Janet Weiner
* A Modern Herbal by Mrs. M. Grieve
Copyright 2000 by Rev. Dr. Lisa Waltz, ND, DD
from greenwitchgarden
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Psychic Oil
12 drops Lemongrass
4 drops Yarrow
2 tablespoons of carrier oil
Wear to increase psychic powers, especially when working divinatory tools |
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Pan Oil
3 drops Patchouly
2 drops Juniper
1 drop Pine
1 drop Oakmoss Bouquet
1 drop Cedarwood
1 tablespoon carrier oil
Wear to be infused with the spirit of Pan. Ideal for magickal or ritual dancing, music making, singing & so on. Also for attuning with the Earth |
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| Pine Oil The resinous scent of pine is commonly added to purification, protection, money and healing formulas. Petitgrain Oil A protective, bitter orange scent. This essential oil is useful in protective blends. Peppermint Oil This familiar scent is excellent when used for purification. Patchouli Oil Useful in money, sex and physical energy blends. Or, dilute and wear for these purposes. Palmarosa Oil A unique essential oil, palmarosa smells like a combination of citrus and rose. Useful for love and healing. |
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