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herb of grace... In the Garden | Medicinal use Popular garden varieties
Rue |
Top In the GardenGrowth Characteristics: - Perennial, Evergreen, Frost tolerant,
- Height: ±1m; Spread: ±80cm,
- Use as a low hedge in knot gardens,
Cultivation: - Full sun; Well drained, composted soil,
Harvesting: - CAUTION:
- Handling the plant may cause allergic skin reactions, use gloves if necessary,
- Pick fresh leaves and flowers throughout the year to make an insecticidal infusion, or
- Dry leaves for later use,
Companion Planting: - Use as an insect repellant spray on ornamentals and edible crops,
- Ornamentals: Roses,
- Fruits: Raspberries,
- Herbs: Plant with Lavender,
- Do not plant with: Figs, Cabbage, Cucumber, Basil, Sage,
Repellant for: - Aphids, Fish moths, Flea beetle, Japanese beetle, Onion maggaot, Slugs and Snails, Flies,
Top Medicinal use- Excess affects central nervous system and may prove fatal.
- Over dosage can lead to contact dermatitis, sleep disorders, vertigo, delirium, fainting, tremor, spasm, liver damage, kidney damage, depression, vomiting, epigastric pain, fatal
- outcome especially for pregnant women attempting abortion, low pulse, clammy skin, photosensitivity.
Rue may be beneficial in the following cases: | Nervous System | - Relieves tension headaches, especially due to strained eyes,
- Infuse to bath tired eyes,
- Ease palpitations and other anxiety problems,
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| Cardiovascular System | - Increases peripheral circulation, strengthens capillaries,
- Lowers elevated blood pressure,
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| Digestive system | - Anti-spasmodic, Ease griping and bowel tension,
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| Reproductive System | - Regulation of menstrual periods, to bring on suppressed menses,
- CAUTION: Avoid during pregnancy.
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Preparation and dosage: TEA: - 1-2 teaspoons of dried herb per cup hot water, infuse for 10-15 minutes. This should be drunk 3 times per day.
TINCTURE: - 1-4 ml of the tincture 3 times per day.
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Insect repelling herbs
