Parsley Root (C/S) (PETROSELINUM CRISPUM)

Description:
Parsley is a hardy biennial plant, belonging to the Umbelliferae (Apiaceae) family. It grows from a single spindle shaped taproot, producing many branched smooth and juicy stems. The bright green leaves are feather like with serrated or toothed edges. Parsley Root is faintly aromatic and has a sweetish taste. It contains starch, mucilage, sugar, volatile oil and Apiin.

Origin:
Hungary

Other Names:
Carum, Common Parsley, Curly French Parsley, Devil's Oatmeal, Garden Parsley, March, Percely, Persil,Petersilie, Petroselinum, Rock Parsley, Rock Selinen

Part Used:
Root

Culinary Uses:
Parsley Root cab be added to soups and stews.
To make a tea, pour 1 cup boiling water over 1 teaspoon of Parsley Root, cover and steep 3-5 minutes.

Medicinal Uses:
A decoction of parsley root can help eliminate bloating and reduce weight by eliminating excess watergain.

Precautions and Adverse Reactions:
Parsley root should not be used during pregnancy or by persons with inflamatory kidney disease.

Magickal Powers and Correspondences:
Powers: Love, protection, purification, and calms the home.
Planet Rulership: Mercury
Element Rulership: Air
Gender: Masculine
Sign:

Disclaimer: