Bloodroot and folklore

Healing herb has storied past.

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Old-fashioned bloodroot uses

American Indians used bloodroot for rhuematism, asthma, bronchitis, lung ailments, laryngyitis and fevers. But most uses for this herb were topical. The red-orange juice from the root was applied to warts, used as a dye and a decorative skin stain. Bachelors of the Ponca tribe used bloodroot as a love charm, by applying it to their palms and shaking hands with the woman they wanted to marry. Within 5 or 6 days, the girl would be willing. American folklore uses of bloodroot include enhancing the respectful relationships of people already bound by blood (family members.) A red flannel bag filled with bloodroot chips and rosemary was tied over the door, so all family members had to pass under it as they came and went from the house. Bloodroot chips burned with charcoal were said to improve relationships with in-laws living in the home. Sources: ncnatural.com, herb-magic.com Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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