The Healing Garden Apothecary
Hops : Humulus Lupulus
Hops : Humulus Lupulus
*Because this is an extremely lightweight herb. We are happy to offer in 1/2 ounce quantities. If you are interested in purchasing send us an email or give us a call!*
*Uses:
Used as a mild sedative to promote healthy relaxation and sleep.
There is also evidence that they have been used even longer to aid sleep and to reduce libido. This should not come as any surprise as hops are a distant relative of stinging nettles and cannabis. As most of the brewing of beer was done during the middle ages by monks, there are innumerable mentions to hops and hops gardens in monastic literature. In fifteenth-century Germany, monks prescribed teas of hops to young males to help them remain chaste. The hop plant belongs to the Cannabaceae family.
Qualities: Bitter, cooling, grounding, dry & slightly pungent
Precautions
No known precautions. We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.
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