Working with Angelica | Travailler avec l'angélique #HerbsMoon #LuneDeGrain

L'angélique stimule l'appétit, facilite la digestion, prévient les ballonnements, soulage les spasmes digestifs,  traite la toux, la bronchite, le rhume les douleurs rhumatismales (usage externe), et soulage la fièvre en faisant augmenter la transpiration. Du suc d'Angélique ajouté à un bain très chaud a des vertus quasi universelles. Brûlées sur des braises, les tiges dégagent une fumée aromatique qui plongent ceux qui la respirent dans des états visionnaires. 

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Angelica is of the same family as fennel, parsley, Queen Anne's lace, and carrots. Angelica is supposed to promote perspiration and stimulate the appetite. 

Medicinally, the leaves can be used in a tea to relieve coughs and chest infections. A stronger preparation can be made from the root, and used as a tonic for the liver. 

The roots and stems contain an essential oil that has a licorice flavour used to flavour Benedictine, Chartreuse, and Vermouth. The oil is also used in perfumery. The leafstalks which resemble celery are sometimes used as a vegetable. The seeds are used in cookies and sweets. The stems can be candied and used as in cookie and cake decorating. Young leaves can be added to fruit or leaf salads. The small flowers which should be picked early in the spring taste as good as they smell and are good in fruit salads and cream cheese. Because it reduces acidity, it can be used as a flavouring for rhubarb, orange marmalade, sorbets and fruit syrups. Availability is limited, you have to grow your own to use fresh leaves or stems. It is a great addition to the garden and bees love it.

Angelica in magick: Ruled by the sun, angelica is linked with protection. It is used to ward off evil spirits, protect the home, and banish negative energy. 

Safety Concerns Angelica should be avoided by pregnant women and diabetics Handling without gloves could make your skin sensitive to sunlight or could cause contact dermatitis Small amounts of seeds and stem are safe but large amounts of fresh root are poisonous.

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Learning about herbs is beneficial for both cooking and medicine making. Those who are naturally drawn to herbal magic have an affinity with Nature. They innerstand the power of plants, herbs, and flowers, and their place in the world. You do not control nature; you learn to work with it. The power to take control of your health is available to you. You got this. ||| Aile Reve | Herbs Moon Celebration 

Sources: 

Le Grimoire des Herbes Magiques

The Epicentre, Encyclopedia of Spices

The Beginner's Guide to Wicca by Kisten Riddle