Tarragon

Gender: Feminine

Planet: Mars

Element: Fire

Chakra Colour: Violet

Medicinal Uses:  Tarragon is a versatile herb that appears to contain preventative substances for cancer and possibly some viruses.  It can be made into a Tea that is particularly effective when used with Lemon Balm for prevention of the flu or herpes.  Make the tea with Lemon Balm and then add one teaspoon of dried Tarragon.  Let this steep for 15 minutes or so before drinking.  Take up to 3 cups per day.  For herpes sores, use the Lemon Balm tea bag directly on the lesion.

Tarragon is also effective for eliminating intestinal worms in children.  Follow the directions for Herbal Teas and give 2 cups per day.  Teas can also be used for menstrual cramps, stomach cramps, digestive problems, fatigue, nerves, and to promote the appetite. Alternatively, Capsules can be made using dried, powdered leaves for situations where making teas is not convenient.

For toothaches, try chewing on a couple of Tarragon leaves for relief.  Tarragon can also be used in place of salt for people on salt-restricted diets.

Crushed Tarragon leaves can be used on minor rashes and skin irritations for relief of the symptoms.

Magical Uses: Tarragon is best known as a protective and calming herb, being used in kitchen magic to put guests at ease and make them feel welcome. It is used in rituals of consecrations, and can also be carried in charms or sachets for compassion, love peace, nurturing and good luck. Its invocatory is Lilith, considered the original independent woman goddess. Tarragon brings a Magic which promotes compassion for others. This Greene Herb might be useful for women who are caregivers, helping them extend love and nurturing without becoming martyrs. This herbs is also recommended for women recovering from abusive situations, for it helps them reclaim their strength and independence. Tarragon may be used to consecrate ritual chalices. It can also be used as a banishing herb in other ways. For example, you can use it as an incense as you write down the thing you want to banish on a white piece of paper, and then burn the paper in a suitable container.

Other Names: Artemisia dracunculus, Artemisia glauca, Dragonne, Estragon, Estragón, Herbe Dragon, Herbe au Dragon, Little Dragon, Mugwort, Petit Dragon.

Contraindications: Do not take more than food amounts when pregnant or breast feeding.

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