Powder for Melancholy (Philon)

Powder for Melancholy

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Philon (Nicolai Magni, De Medicis Pulveribus, 1545)

Herb Name	Latin	Amount *
White Ginger *	Zingiber officinalis	1 1⁄2 drams
Coriander prepared	Coriandrum sativum	1 dram
Cardamon	Elettaria cardamomum	2 drams ea.
Saffron	Crocus sativus
Balm	Melissa officinalis
Marjoram	Oreganum marjorana

* White Ginger can refer to Hedychium coronarium. However, regular Ginger will suffice.

Preparation:

Powder

Function:

Clears Melancholy, dries Damp

Use:

Melancholy with Damp and poor digestion

Dose:

1⁄2 dram

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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