Peach
(Amygdalus persica)
Botanical Information
A small tree with glabrous twigs, shiny lance-like oblong leaves, and pink flowers in the rose family.
Working with Peach
Part(s) Used
Leaf
Herb Forms
Bulk herb.
Affects
An infusion of peach leaves eases gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, and irritated bladder.
The cold infusion is the most effective preparation. Make this by soaking 1 ounce of fresh leaves and twigs, slightly bruised, in 1 pint of water (at room temperature) for 24 hours. Strain the liquid and take one-quarter ounce as a dose, 2-3 times daily.
Peach has a taste of ACRID, SWEET and a temperature of COOL.
Cautions
Not for long-term use (more than two weeks). The herb contains cyanogenic glycosides and should not be taken for more than 2-3 weeks and not in large amounts (more than 2-6 grams/day). Use the cold infusion of the leaves for morning sickness, 1/2 cup at
