Description
PEONY ROOT –
Peony root is a dried herbal cure made from the flowers of the Common Peony. Paeonia lactiflora, as it is scientifically known, has been used to cure pain, nerve problems, and a variety of other ailments for thousands of years. The supplements are Asian in origin. Peony blossoms are huge, spherical, showy, fragrant, and admired for their beauty. White peony root has a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine, as well as Tibetan and Siberian folk herbal practices, for its medicinal benefits. Decoction, extraction, and infusion are common peony root preparations. It’s frequently combined with other herbs.
Paeon, the Greek god’s physician, inspired the name Peony. It was employed to protect against the evil eye in the Middle Ages, and it is still used in American Hoodoo folk magic to protect against disaster and to break a jinx.
White peony is one of the oldest flowers-only plants, with records dating back to 2000 B.C.E. in China. Buddhist monks from China transported it to Japan, where it is still revered as a sign of prosperity today. Chinese peony is another frequent name for white peony. It belongs to the Paeoniaceae family.
Before being plucked and dried for use, flower roots are usually three to four years old. They’re then made into capsules for use as medicine. Tinctures, teas, and powdered root are among other options.
Peony root supplements have been used to treat a range of diseases. They are particularly well-liked in Chinese medicine. Peony root is most commonly used as a sedative. The herbal remedy is also used to relieve pain, such as headaches, stomachaches, and bladder infections.
Peony root has a long history of folklore in traditional hoodoo folk magic. Peony herbs, according to practitioners, can help fight off bad luck and break negative curses or jinxes. The root is also considered to bring good fortune. Peony root is used by some hoodoo practitioners to maintain or improve their health.
