by Ciara | 23 Jun, 2018 | EssenceHub, Findhorn Essences, Solos
Cladonia mitis Transmutation Lichens consist of two different organisms, a fungus and an alga that live together symbiotically. Many lichens are known to be very sensitive to environmental pollution and they have been used as ‘indicator’ species. Reindeer lichens are...
by Ciara | 23 Jun, 2018 | EssenceHub, Findhorn Essences, Solos
Lychnis flos-cuculi Purification Ragged robin loves to grow in damp places. The roots contain saponins that were used as a soap substitute. In the language of flowers ragged robin is a symbol of ardour and ‘keeping your wits about you’. As a flower essence, it helps...
by Ciara | 23 Jun, 2018 | EssenceHub, Findhorn Essences, Solos
Mimulus guttatus Personal Power Monkey flower became a symbol of humour, perhaps because the flowers resemble a monkey’s face. Native peoples used the plant mostly for healing wounds. Mimulus was prepared by Dr Edward Bach and is prescribed for ‘fear or anxiety of...
by Ciara | 23 Jun, 2018 | EssenceHub, Findhorn Essences, Solos
Malva sylvestris Grace Mallow has been valued as a medicine since ancient times and was believed to be a cure-all. The meaning given in the language of flowers is beneficence and kindness. According to mythology, mallows were the first gift sent to earth by the gods...
by Ciara | 23 Jun, 2018 | EssenceHub, Findhorn Essences, Solos
Tilia platyphyllos Universality The lime tree has been praised in history and folklore across Europe for centuries and continues to be valued for its medicinal properties. Symbolically, it is associated with comfort, friendship, love and protection and was also...
by Ciara | 23 Jun, 2018 | EssenceHub, Findhorn Essences, Solos
Prunus lusitanica Resourcefulness Garlands of laurel, as symbols of excellence and victory, were used to crown poets, musicians, and athletes at the first Olympic games. This custom endures in expressions such as Nobel laureate. The priestesses of Delphi used laurel...
