Bistort Root (C/S) (WC) (POLYGONUM BISTORTA)

Description:
Bistort is a plant belonging to the Polygonaceae family. It has a thick and short, knotted root which is blackish on the outside and reddish inside, The name Bistort bears reference to the twice-twisted character of the root-stock. A number of tuberous roots are produced from the root-stock and and shaped like a letter 'S'. Bistort Root is rich in tannin and has an astringent and starchy taste, but no odor.

Origin:
Germany

Other Names:
Bragonwort, Dragonwort, Easter Giant, English Serpentary, Osterick, Passions, Patience Fock, Red Legs, Snakeweed, Sweet Dock

Part Used:
Dried root cut

Medicinal Uses:
Bistort Root aids with the healing cuts and other wounds. It is good to drive out infectious disease, and is effective for internal and external bleeding. Bistort Root is a powerful astringent and used as a treatment for diarrhea and dysentery. It can also be used as a gargle for sore throats.

Magickal Powers and Correspondences:
Powers: Divination, clairvoyance, psychic powers, and fertility.
Planet Rulership: Saturn
Element Rulership: Earth
Gender: Feminine
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