Black Cohosh
Gender: Masculine
Planet: Sun
Element: Fire
Black cohosh is a flowering plant that’s native to North America. Its scientific names are Actaea racemosa and Cimicifuga racemosa, and it’s sometimes called black bugbane, black snakeroot, baneberry, or fairy candle
clears out unwanted people, protects from harm, and brings good luck. Used in love sachets or in the bath to prevent impotence.Carry in pocket or amulet for courage and/or strength. Sprinkle around a room to drive away evil. Add an infusion of the herb to bath water to ensure a long and happy life. Burn as a love incense. It helps foster determination, courage, and faith in self when carried.
Warning:
- Adverse effects are uncommon with short term use and include dizziness, headache, giddiness, nausea, and vomiting. Long term adverse effects may include abdominal pain, uterine irritation, abnormal blood clotting, and liver problems. There are no known significant adverse drug interactions.
- Black Cohosh should not be taken by anyone who has been advised not to take birth control pills or by anyone who has heart problems or a history of cancer. Black Cohosh should not be used with antidepressants.
- Should not be used for more than six months at a time.
- Do not confuse black cohosh with blue cohosh, they are quite different and blue cohosh is much more toxic.
The information we share on this website is based on research from books, the internet, research papers, and personal experience with native plants. The information contained in this website should not be considered medical advice. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any illness or disease. For diagnosis or treatment consult your physician.
As with any food, allergic reactions can also occur with organic herbs. If you are pregnant or breast feeding do not use this herb. Speak with a medical professional if you have any concerns or adverse reactions.
Disclaimer: Any medicinal benefits given here are a product of my own research and as such should not be taken over the advice of trained medical professionals. If you are ill, please go and see a doctor. Always make sure that anything you consume is 100% safe. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor or midwife before consuming something you haven’t tried before.
PLEASE CONSULT YOUR DR BEFORE USING ESPECIALLY IF PREGNANT OR NURSING.