The Power of Flowers
In the
spirit of spring, we would like to turn your attention to the wonderful world
of flowers and what kind of special healing powers they hold so every time you
“stop to smell them,” you know exactly what’s in store!
Please keep in mind the following info rmation
is strictly info rmative and does not
in any way advise you to use these flowers without first consulting with your
doctor.
Chrysanthemum: The
healers of the Orient have long used "mums" for treating high blood
pressure, headaches, dizziness and insomnia. They found this pretty flower
helpful for chest pains while infusions were used for tired and bloodshot eyes
due to excessive reading, close range precision work, air borne allergies and
lack of sleep.
Daisies: One of the
most well known flowers of all times, daisies were once used for treating gout,
arthritis and inflammations of the liver and bladder.
Day Lilies: The root
bulbs and the leaves are known to be excellent for sunburn, major burns and
scalding.
Geraniums: Known as
an astringent both internally and externally; the chopped root was used to
check diarrhea and hemorrhaging. Geranium leaf was pounded to release its
healing properties and applied to cuts and nicks to stop bleeding.
Hollyhock: Has been
used for internal ulcers and relieving pain due to kidney stones.
Iris: Is known to relieve
accumulations of clear watery fluid formed in tissue or body cavities. A
poultice of iris root and rose petals has been known to clear up bruises.
Marigolds: In areas
of Central and South America , marigolds are
used to cure tetanus and blood poisonings, along with venereal diseases. The
ancient Aztecs used marigolds for correcting chronic constipation and to
relieve fluid retention.
Nasturtium: Are
reported to help break up mucous and congestion due to colds and flu. A tea
prepared from the flowers and leaves has been known to act as a disinfectant
that kills unfriendly bacteria. It is also said to promote the development of
white blood cells to fight infections.
Pansies: The sweet
little Pansy is known to strengthen the heart. It was used to treat skin
eruptions, particularly in children with acne, measles, mumps and chickenpox.
Rose: One of the most common uses
for rose in herbal healing was for treating eating disorders. Bulimia and
Anorexia have been said to be successfully cured with rose tea.
While there
are many flowers out there with medicinal/healing powers, it’s also good to
consult with experts when using any form of poultice, aromatherapy or
alternative healing methods.
You can
smell some of these fragrances upon entering our front door and during a
variety of our specialty treatments. If you enjoy the power of flowers, stop in
for visit!
Much Love,
Debbie Schade
Debbie Schade
