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SuperStarlight
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Mexican Devils Spur

Post by SuperStarlight » Sat Apr 26, 2008 7:29 am

Hi Everyone

Does anyone know what this herb is used for..I found it at a wiccan store and it looked so cool..but
the lady at the store could not tell me what it's used for.
I googled it for hours and found nothing.

Does anyone know..it's a dry flower type of thing.

Thanks
Starlight

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Post by dhav » Sat Apr 26, 2008 7:49 am

Hey Starlight,
I don't know about the herb but I would likea to wish youa Happy happy Birthday.and may all your wish come true.

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Post by Rhutobello » Sat Apr 26, 2008 9:44 am

Happy Birthday :) hope it will be a great day among family and friends.

I have to try to help you then :)

I found the names for your plant :

Linaria tristis       Spurred Snapdragon  Acicate del Diablo     Devil's Spur  

So even if I found the name itself, I could not find any description for what it is used for.....but hopefully you have more name in your investigation now :)

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Linaria

Where it tells that the family is mostly used as :

Common toadflax is especially valued for its strongly laxative and diuretic activities. Internally it us used in the treatment of edema, jaundice, liver diseases and skin problems. Externally it is used in an ointment to treat hemorrhoids, skin eruptions, sores and ulcers. The juice of the plant is a good remedy for inflamed eyes, though should be used with caution. Dosage is critical and it should not be given to pregnant women, since the plant might be slightly toxic.

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Post by karlenespellman » Sat Apr 26, 2008 9:37 pm

Happy birthday to you,
SuperStarLight

Lots of love,
Karlene

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Post by Molissa » Sun Apr 27, 2008 1:43 am

Happy birthday!
a million good wishes to you.

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Post by SuperStarlight » Sun Apr 27, 2008 1:45 am

You all are SOOOO Sweet ...Thank you so much!!!

I'm still trying to find out what its' used for. I might call the Lucky Mojo place on monday to see if they know.
If there is any Wiccan Priestess that knows about herbs and can add some input..I would truly appreciate it.

Thanks Rhutobello for the info you found...

Blessings to all
Starlight

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