Euphrasia officinalis
Description: Herbalists use eyebright as a poultice with or with concurrent administration of a tea for the redness, swelling, and visual disturbances caused by blepharitis and conjunctivitis. The herb is also used for eyestrain, and to relieve inflammation caused by colds, coughs, sinus infections, and sore throat.
Typical Preparations:
Warm compress or tea. Also convenient as an extract or capsule.
Medicinal Precautions:
The safety of this herb during pregnancy and lactation is not proven.
Magickal Associations: Used for wiccan or pagan spell supply. Hot, Masculine, Sun, Air. Clairvoyance, used for making magickal condensers, enhancing mental powers, psychic powers & to see the truth. Healing of spiritual & psychic vision, psychic balancing.
In a tightly covered pot gently brew a handful of the herb in a pint of boiling water. Allow to stand overnight. Strain out the herb, squeezing as dry as possible. Store the liquid in a tightly sealed container away from sunlight and heat but not in the refrigerator. Drink a half teaspoon in a half cup of spring water or psychic herb tea to promote clairvoyance, clear the mind and improve memory.
Burn as incense for clairvoyance and divination. Carry when you need to see the truth in a matter.
What you receive: Herb that has been cut & sifted or ground and comes in a food grade poly Ziploc baggie to retain freshness.
