The Powder of Trithemius
Pulvis Trithemi
The Powder of Trithemius
Tradition:
Western
Source / Author:
Abbot Trithemius of Sponheim in Wurzburg (1462–1516)
| Herb Name | Latin | Amount * |
|---|---|---|
| Clove | Eugenia caryophyllus | 7 drams |
| Ginger | Zingiber officinalis | 6 drams ea. |
| Ground Pine | Ajuga chamaepitys | 4 drams ea. |
| Senna | Cassia angustifolia | 2 drams ea. |
| Crystal of Tartar | Potassium bitartrate | |
| Calamus | Acorus calamus | |
| Gentian | Gentiana lutea | |
| Indian Spikenard | Nardostachys jatamansi | |
| Siler Montane | Siler montanum | |
| Aniseed | Pimpinella anisum | |
| Cumin seed | Cuminum cyminum | |
| Caraway seed | Carum carvi | |
| Lovage seed | Levisticum officinale | |
| Parsley seed | Petroselinum crispum | |
| Mace | Myristica fragrans | |
| Cubebs | Piper cubeba |
Preparation:
Powder
Function:
Clears Cold and Phlegm, regulates Qi, benefits Brain and Memory
Use:
1. Restores Memory after necessary Purging.
2. Also benefits Digestion and clears Wind.
Dose:
1 dram was taken morning and night for 1 month; the next month, it is given in the morning only; in the 3rd month, only 3 mornings a week; in the 4th month, only 2 mornings a week, and then once a month in the increase of the Moon for the rest of their life.
Cautions:
It is important to avoid overeating or drunkenness when using this powder.
Modifications:
‘In restoring lost Memory, especially in the Aged, powder of Trithemius, so called, will much help’. (Hartman, Practical Chymistry)
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