Medieval medicine used herbs in its various forms dates back to antiquity. They were used to heal the body. Many of them are used today, but have been around for centuries. People believed there were four "humours" that existed in the Middle Ages: blood (phlegm), yellow bile (black bile) and blood. You would likely consult a doctor if you were suffering from an illness to restore the balance of these humors.
Monasteries were well-known because of their herb gardens. They exchanged with other monasteries for seeds and exotic plants. A majority of monasteries had their own gardens for medicinal plants. The 1390-C.E. serving plan of St. Gall monastery. This shows a garden that is used only for medicinal herbs. Medicinal herbs were considered a specialty in the middle age, when doctors did not practice medicine. Many of their patients were sent to hospices. During this time, the clergy of monasteries devoted a lot of time to cultivating and harvesting these herbs.
Most herbs used these herbs in teas and salves depending on their origin. Many of them were believed to have their roots in pre-Christian belief systems, and so they are considered safe. Herbal remedies were believed to be the result of humors. These remedies were based in the medieval Christian doctrine known as signatures. Signatures are a way of revealing the origin and purpose of everything. The healing and miraculous effects of medicinal herbs are believed to be natural.
Many of the plants that were used in medieval medicine contained active herbal ingredients. Willow bark was used to reduce pain in the Middle Ages. It is similar to the salicylic Acid that is used to create aspirin today. Many monasteries also housed psychic plants such echinacea. They were kept there for protection. Some of the most popular herbs for medieval medicine include hyssop and thyme, as well as lavender.
The herbs used in medieval medicines were usually grown in one of three categories. However, some herbs were grown solely for aesthetic purposes. Herbs were used for both medicinal and ornamental purposes. The medicinal properties of these plants were not known until the 1500s. Draughts were made with various herbs, such as mint and echinacea. People could also find a variety herbal medicine at the apothecary located in villages and towns.
Medieval medicine used herbs to treat many ailments, including paralysis and fever. Many herbs can still be used as home remedies today because they were used to cook and medicinally. You can also grow herbs for medicinal purposes in your own garden or kitchen. Simple harvesting is all that's required. Make sure you keep them in a cool and dry area with plenty of air circulation. Some herbs look the same when dried.
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How much light does a tree need?
It depends upon the type of plant. Some plants require 12 hours of direct sunlight per day. Others prefer 8 to 10 hours of indirect sun. Vegetables require at least 10 hours of direct sunlight per 24-hour period.
Can I grow fruit trees in pots?
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Indoor plants require watering at least once a day. Watering helps maintain humidity levels inside the house. Humidity is essential for healthy plants.
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One square foot of soil will require 1/2 pound of seeds. This is a good rule of thumb. Therefore, 100 pounds of seeds is required for a surface of 10 feet x 10 feet (3 m x 3 m).
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Organic fertilizers to be used in the garden
Organic fertilizers are made from natural substances such as manure, compost, fish emulsion, seaweed extract, guano, and blood meal. The term "organic" means that they are produced using non-synthetic material. Synthetic fertilizers can be used in industrial processes. Synthetic fertilizers are used widely in agriculture as they supply nutrients quickly and efficiently to plants without the need for laborious preparation. However, synthetic fertilizers pose a risk to the environment and our health. These fertilizers also require high amounts of energy, water and time to make. Due to runoff, synthetic fertilizers can pollute both groundwater as well as surface waters. This pollution is harmful to wildlife and humans.
There are many organic fertilizers available:
* Manure is produced when livestock eat nitrogen-rich foods (a plant nutrient). It is made up of bacteria and enzymes, which break down the waste into simpler compounds that can be absorbed easily by plants.
* Compost is a mixture of vegetable scraps and grass clippings, animal manure, and decaying leaves. It is rich in nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium, sulfur, iron, zinc, copper, manganese, boron, molybdenum, chlorine, and carbon. It is extremely porous and holds water well.
* Fish Emulsion is a liquid product made from fish oil. It dissolves fats and oils in a similar way to soap. It also contains trace elements, phosphorous and nitrogen.
* Seaweed Oil - A concentrated mixture of minerals taken from kelp, red and brown algae, as well as green algae. It is a good source of vitamins A, C, iron, and iodine.
* Guano - excrement from seabirds, bats, reptiles, and amphibians. It contains nitrogen and phosphorous, potassium as well sulfate, salt, chloride, carbon, sodium, magnesium and other minerals.
* Blood Meal is the meat and bones of animals that have been slaughtered. It is rich with protein, making it useful for feeding poultry or other animals. It also contains trace minerals, phosphorus and potassium.
For organic fertilizer mix equal amounts of manure, compost and/or fishemulsion. Mix well. You can substitute one with another if you don't have access to all three ingredients. For example, if you only have access to the fish emulsion, you can mix 1 part of fish emulsion with two parts of compost.
Use a shovel to evenly distribute the fertilizer over the soil. You should spread about one quarter cup of the fertilizer per square foot. You'll need to add fertilizer every two weeks until new growth appears.