Effect:
emollient, healing, diuretic
Areas of application:
flaky skin, regenerates muscles and tendons, varicose veins, ligaments, phlebitis, burns, makes the tissue supple, in case of scalds, inflammation of the skin
Plant parts used:
Bulbs, stamens, flowers
Collection time:
August to September, after flowering
To find:
Not possible because it is a cultivated plant from Asia Minor
Ingredients:
Plant mucilage, tannins, sterols, glycosides
Other:
White lilies are the symbol of innocence and purity and an attribute of the Virgin Mary. It is a strong protection against evil sorcery and injuries.
In the Orient, fried lily bulbs and dried flowers are often used as spices. They can be used to decorate a buffet or in salads or as an aphrodisiac dish for true lovers.
Hildegard von Bingen: Take the head of the lily root and crush everything in fat, then melt it in a bowl. And whoever has white leprosy, let him anoint often with it, and he will be healed. Those who have rashes should often drink goat's milk and crush the stems and leaves of the lily and squeeze out their juice. Knead the juice with fat and rub it onto the skin. The scent of the lily blossom is also healing because it delights the human heart and gives him the right thoughts.