Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Zenon of Athens (Omnia Quae extant in Latinum Sermonem Conversa, 1556)

Herb Name	Latin	Amount *
Frankincense	Boswellia sacra	10 aur *
Mastic	Pistacia lentiscus	4 aur
Squinanth	Juncus odoratus
Birthwort	Aristolchia spp.	2 aur ea.
Aloeswood	Aquillaria agallocha
Lacca	Laccifer lacca	1 aur ea.
Orris	Iris germanica	1 dram
Rose	Rosa gallica
Rhubarb	Rheum palmatum	5 aur ea.
Aniseed	Pimpinella anisum	6 aur

* Aur is a traditional weight being that of a Gold coin. Over time, it was reduced from over 8 grams to around 6 grams. The weights may be adjusted for modern use.

Preparation:

Powder and mix with Honey to form an Electuary

Function:

Clears Damp, thins Thick Phlegm, Benefits the Senses, Warms

Use:

1. Phlegm and Damp affecting the Stomach
2. Phlegm and Damp affecting the Head
3. Phlegm and Damp affecting the Lungs
4. Dullness of the Senses from Damp

Dose:

as much as a Hazelnut

Comment:

The source text says ‘… because it strengthens the natural heat in their bodies’ (quia confortat calorem naturalem in corporibus eorum).

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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