Mustard

The mustard plant is any one of several plant species in the genera Brassica and Sinapis in the family Brassicaceae (the mustard family).

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Scientific Name:  Brassica nigra
Parts Used:  Seeds 

Cautions:

• Never apply pure powder or oil directly to skin (without diluting), as it may cause blisters/irritation. 
• Large doses of whole seed can induce vomiting.

Healing Properties

• Regulates cholesterol, heartbeat and blood sugar and reduces flatulence. 
• Used externally to encourage blood flow, treat sprains, sore muscles and toothaches.
• Also used to treat arthritis, asthma, bronchitis, chronic fatigue, congestion, constipation, fever, indigestion.

How to Use: 
Herbs are wonderfully versatile and may be used in multiple ways (see list below).  However, some methods are better suited to certain herbs than others. Check the HEALING section to see which preparations are recommended for specific uses and conditions.

• Add fresh or dried herb to food and beverages. 
  
• Can be taken in store-bought capsule or extract form.
• Essential Oils: Apply externally
• How to Dry Herbs
• How to Make Herbal Teas/Infusions/Decoctions
• How to Make Herbal Vinegars
• How to Make Herbal Syrups
• How to Make Herbal Tinctures & Glycerites
• How to Make Herbal Infused Oils
• How to Make Herbal Ointments & Creams
• How to Make Herbal Poultices & Compresses
• How to Make Herbal Electuaries & Oxymels
• How to Make Herbal Lozenges, Gummies, Capsules
  
• How to Make Herbal Baths, Steams & Hair Rinses

Grow/Harvest Yourself: 

• Buy Mustard Seeds
• Harvest seeds when the pods have turned brown, but before they have split open
• Soil pH: 4.2-6.0
• Rich, well-drained soil
• Full sun