SALVIA LAVANDULIFOLIA-SPANISH SAGE
Parts used leaves, oil
Internally for digestive & respiratory complaints-menstrual problems-infertility-nervous tension-depression
SALVIA MILTIORHIZA-CHINESE SAGE/RED SAGE
"Photo copyright Henriette Kress, http://www.ibiblio.org/herbmed"
Parts used roots
Internally for coronary heart disease-poor circulation-palpitations-irritability-insomnia-breast abscesses-mastitis-ulcers-boils-sores-bruises-menstrual problems
SALVIA OFFICINALIS- COMMON SAGE
Parts used: leaves, flowers, oil
Antiperspirant-Antiseptic and irritant-Astringent- Compress on cuts and wounds-Lower blood sugar in diabetes-indigestion-wind-liver complaints-excessive lactation-night sweats-excessive salivation-profuse perspiration-anxiety-depressive-female sterility-menopausal problems-Moisture-drying properties-Mouth sores-Mouth ulcers-sore throat, tonsillitis & laryngitis(tincture as a gargle)-confusion-gum problems-wind-colic-hot flushes-reduces breast milk-excessive perspiration-antiseptic-reduces secretions-menopausal problems
Externally for insect bites-throat, mouth, gum & skin infections-vaginal discharge.
Sage has a slight oestrogen content.
Use teas as mouth wash-try equal sage and chamomile.
For gargling try sage tea and apple cider vinegar and salt.
Refreshing aftershave.
Can subtly colour silver hair.
Tea for digestive and flatulence.
Magical; immortality and longevity. Increasing mental capacity. Eat fresh leaves (in moderation) for those purposes.
Purifier, healing.
Burned to rid a room of negative energy.
If you place (or burn) sage near an object belonging to someone in need of healing that healing will take place more quickly.
It is also said that the conditions of the sage plant itself in your garden is an indicator of your prosperity.
Brush some sage over anyone suffering from nightmares to expel evil spirits
Eat sage in May to live to an old age.
General use: 1 tsp dried/2 tsp fresh to 1 cup boiling water. If taking regularly, take for 3 weeks then miss a week.
Avoid during pregnancy. Toxic over long periods
SALVIA SCLAREA-CLARY SAGE/CLEAREYE/MUSCATEL SAGE
© 2005 Luigi Rignanese
SALVIA LAVANDULIFOLIA-SPANISH SAGE
Parts used leaves, oil
Internally for digestive & respiratory complaints-menstrual problems-infertility-nervous tension-depression
SALVIA MILTIORHIZA-CHINESE SAGE/RED SAGE
"Photo copyright Henriette Kress, http://www.ibiblio.org/herbmed"
Parts used roots
SALVIA MILTIORHIZA-CHINESE SAGE/RED SAGE
"Photo copyright Henriette Kress, http://www.ibiblio.org/herbmed"
Internally for coronary heart disease-poor circulation-palpitations-irritability-insomnia-breast abscesses-mastitis-ulcers-boils-sores-bruises-menstrual problems
SALVIA OFFICINALIS- COMMON SAGE
Parts used: leaves, flowers, oil
Antiperspirant-Antiseptic and irritant-Astringent- Compress on cuts and wounds-Lower blood sugar in diabetes-indigestion-wind-liver complaints-excessive lactation-night sweats-excessive salivation-profuse perspiration-anxiety-depressive-female sterility-menopausal problems-Moisture-drying properties-Mouth sores-Mouth ulcers-sore throat, tonsillitis & laryngitis(tincture as a gargle)-confusion-gum problems-wind-colic-hot flushes-reduces breast milk-excessive perspiration-antiseptic-reduces secretions-menopausal problems
Externally for insect bites-throat, mouth, gum & skin infections-vaginal discharge.
Sage has a slight oestrogen content.
Use teas as mouth wash-try equal sage and chamomile.
For gargling try sage tea and apple cider vinegar and salt.
Refreshing aftershave.
Can subtly colour silver hair.
Tea for digestive and flatulence.
Magical; immortality and longevity. Increasing mental capacity. Eat fresh leaves (in moderation) for those purposes.
Purifier, healing.
Burned to rid a room of negative energy.
If you place (or burn) sage near an object belonging to someone in need of healing that healing will take place more quickly.
It is also said that the conditions of the sage plant itself in your garden is an indicator of your prosperity.
Brush some sage over anyone suffering from nightmares to expel evil spirits
Eat sage in May to live to an old age.
General use: 1 tsp dried/2 tsp fresh to 1 cup boiling water. If taking regularly, take for 3 weeks then miss a week.
Avoid during pregnancy. Toxic over long periods
SALVIA SCLAREA-CLARY SAGE/CLEAREYE/MUSCATEL SAGE
© 2005 Luigi Rignanese
Parts used: leaves, flowers, seeds, oil
Bitter, astringent, warming.
Mucilaginous seeds.
Internally for poor appetite-menstrual complaints-Relaxes spasms, aids digestion, stimulates the uterus, stimulates estrogen production, calms nerves, controls vomiting, aphrodisiac.
Use externally for foreign bodies in the eyes or skin (seeds), minor injuries, ulcers.
Clary Sage essential oil soothes, relaxes and warms. It is a generally an uplifting essential oil when used in moderation.
Massage the essential oil on muscles and on abdomen before and during menstruation. Induces feeling of well-being.
The oil is also good for hair and skin treatment and treating wrinkles.
Contraindicated during pregnancy. Overuse can cause headaches. Do not use if history of low blood pressure.
Avoid drinking alcohol if using Clary Sage (narcotic effect).
SALVIA VIRDIS syn S.harminum-ANNUAL CLARY/BLUEBEARD/JOSEPH SAGE/PAINTED SAGE
Parts used: leaves, flowers, seeds, oil
"Photo copyright Henriette Kress, http://www.ibiblio.org/herbmed"
Parts used leaves, flowering spike, seeds, oil
