CATNIP

CATNIP	(Nepeta cataria) Top Pick
Other Names	Catmint, Catnep, Catrop, Catswort, Field Balm.
Description	Catnip is a perennial herb of the mint family found all over the world. It grows 3 - 5 feet tall producing scalped edged leaves with whitish hairs on the bottom side, and white flowers are covered with purple spots, that bloom from June through September.
Classification
Taste
Balance Yin/Yang	Cooling
Humor	Fire ê Water ê Air Û
Uses/Applications	Traditionally Catnip has been used as a cold and flu remedy, as well as for fever, and bronchitis. Use as an anti-spasmodic to ease stomach upset, dyspepsia, flatulence, colic, and diarrhea. It has a sedative action on nerves and adds to relaxing properties of other herbs. It is also a mild sedative.
	Infusion	Used as a digestive aid, and mild tranquilizer. It is used to soothe menstrual cramps.
Combinations	Boneset, Elder, Yarrow, Cayenne.
Constituents	Volatile Oil, Bitter Principle, Tannins.
Action	Carminative, Anti-Spasmodic, Diaphoretic, Sedative, Astringent.
Food Values	Magnesium.
Part Used	Leaves, Flowering Tops.
Collection	Harvest leaves and flower tops late in the summer when they are in full bloom.
Preparation	*Infusion*	Pour a cup of boiling water onto 2 Tsp. of dried herb. Infuse 15 minutes. Take three times per day.
	*Decoction*	Put 2 Tsp. dried herb per cup, steep 20 minutes. Do not boil as the healing oil will be dissipated. Take three times per day
	*Capsule*	Take 1 to 3 daily.
	*Extract*	Take 1 Tsp. in a cup of water two times per day.
	*Tincture*	Take 2 - 4 ml. three times per day.
Growing Directions	Catnip grows easily from either seeds or root divisions planted in the spring or fall. It thrives in well drained soil under full sun, but it will tolerate partial shade. Thin seedlings to 18 inches.
History	Catnip has been medicinally used for at least 2000 years from Europe to China. It has a long history as a tranquilizer, sedative, digestive aid, menstrual promoter, and for flatulence. Equal parts of Catnip and Saffron were once used to treat smallpox and scarlet fever. It was also a popular tea in Pre-Elizabethan England.
Additional Information	1. Catnip has no hallucinogenic qualities, even though sometimes it is reported as so. 2. Catnip is a relative of the Mint family. 3. Catnip is known as “Natures AKA Seltzer.” 4. From 1842 - 1882 Catnip was listed in the US Pharmacopoeia. 5. From 1916 - 1950 Catnip was listed in the National Formulary for its medicinal value.
Cautions	None
Magick Information
Gender:	Feminine
Planet:	Venus
Element:	Water
Deity:	Bast
Powers:	Cat Magick, Happiness, Love.
Magickal Uses:	Feed Catnip to your cat to create a psychic bond with you. Use in love sachets with rose petals. Grow around your home to attract good spirits and good luck. Catnip is also used in spells to enhance beauty and happiness.

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