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DAISY (European)
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(Bellis perennis)
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Other Names
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Bainwort, Bruisewort, Eyes, Field Daisy, Maudlinwort, Moon
Daisy.
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Description
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Daisy is a short-lived perennial native to North
America. It grows 3 to 6 inches tall producing 1- to 2-inch fuzzy leaves and
single, 1 to 2 inch wide flowers that bloom on short stems above the dense
leaves. The white, pink or red flowers, with a yellow centers, bloom from
early spring to early summer and sometimes again in the fall. Daisy is excellent for
scattering throughout a rock garden or for framing walkways.
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Classification
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Taste
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Balance Yin/Yang
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Humor
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Uses/Applications
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Daisy can be used freely and safely. Use to treat rheumatism,
arthritis, liver and kidney problems, diarrhea, coughs, and catarrh.
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Combinations
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For catarrh use with Golden Rod or Coltsfoot.
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Constituents
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Tannin, Essential Oil, Mucilage.
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Action
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Expectorant, Astringent, Vulnerary.
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Food Values
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None.
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Part Used
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Flower Head.
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Collection
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Collect early spring to mid fall.
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Preparation
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Infusion
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Pour a cup of boiling water onto 1 Tsp. dried herb. Infuse 10
minutes. Take
four times per day.
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Tincture
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Take 4 ml. three times per day.
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Growing Directions
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Plant seeds in early spring, 1/2 inch deep 6 inches
apart. Daisy will tolerate most soils but prefers full
sunlight. Daisy spreads quickly so plant where it will not interfere with the
growth of other plants.
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History
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Daisy goes back in history to Scotland where it was believed to be bring joy to
children. Its
name is from the English name “days-eye.”
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Additional Information
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1. It has a great reputation as a cure for fresh wounds when applied
externally.
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Cautions
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None
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Magick Information
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Gender:
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Female
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Planet:
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Venus
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Element:
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Water
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Deity:
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Artemis, Freya, Thor
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Powers:
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Love
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Magickal Uses:
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Sleep with a daisy root beneath your pillow and an old lover may
return. To
bring love your way, wear a daisy.
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