Skin Carer

Yucca

SKIN CARER

Medicine: Yucca (Yucca filamentosa)

Path: 28 Peace
Directions: Below/Above
Vision: Earth power without influencing eagle spirit within
Physiology: Outer body (skin), Inner effect (transform)

Indigenous Use: American Indian used root in salves or poultices for sores, skin diseases and sprains.
Other Uses: Possess long lasting soaping action for soaps and shampoos and used as a tonic for hair loss. Relieves arthritis pain as well.
Preparation: Ointment preparation would be a mixture of powdered root and fat, oil or petroleum jelly. Prepare tea for a tonic by pouring one cup of boiling water over one teaspoon of pulverized yucca root. Steep for thirty minutes and strain. Take as needed, up to two cups a day.
Availability: Found in sandy soils southern U.S. Common (Herbal Supplier)

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