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[Illini Warrior]

The Medicinal Uses of Peony

Paeonia lactiflora With some herbs, different species within the genus can be used interchangeably—Usnea, gumweed, juniper, willow, etc. ...

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While it takes some time for the roots to grow enough to be used for medicine, many people will already have them growing or be able to find them readily should the need arise. If you are buying new peony roots from the big box stores, make sure they are Paeonia lactiflora.

The root is dug in the summer or fall from 4-5 year old plants. After the bark is peeled off, the tincture immediately for the strongest preparation. Alternatively, boil the root in water for a short while, dry it in the sun, and slice thinly.

 

[hiwall]

We are very lucky to have her here with us.
There is so much knowledge shared by all the members here.
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[SwampMom]

So do I, hiwall. Visit every morning.

 

[oops]

I can vouch for peony being used for fever…Gran taught me that one before I was school age…

 

[moldy]

Works well as a smooth muscle relaxant usually used for menstrual cramps.

 

[Illini Warrior]

started this posting to be a sort of "sticky" for future similar category info - posted previous and now it's scattered around and buried >>>>

 

[hiwall]

Alternative Medicine​

Alternative Medicine

Alternative medicine posts will be listed in alphabetical order, with specific herbs listed in the first section, and alternative medicine ...

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[psychgirl]

Very cool! Thank you!

 

[John Deere Girl]

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