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Sunday, June 20, 2021

Balsam: For Priests, Kings and Everyday People

Balsam or balm has been very important since ancient times. 

Here are a few interesting facts.

- Balsam was an ingredient in the anointing oil of the Jewish priests.

- The Queen of Sheba brought balsam as a gift to King Solomon.

- Ishmaelites were traders who sold slaves, spices, myrrh and balm (or balsam).

- Common names for the balsam tree are the balm of Gilead, balsam of Gilead, and balsam of Mecca.

- The Greek term balsamon means “fragrant oil”.

- Ancient Egyptians, Romans, Greeks, Arabs, and Turks all prized the balm of Gilead. But the fact is, it was precious and highly valued by everyone because of its healing qualities.

Solomon and Sheba


DID YOU KNOW?
"Balm of Gilead, known also as the Judaean balsam, grew only around the Dead Sea Basin in antiquity and achieved fame by its highly reputed aroma and medical properties but has been extinct in this area for many centuries. The resin of this crop was sold, by weight, at a price twice that of gold, the highest price ever paid for an agricultural commodity. This crop was an important source of income for the many rulers of ancient Judea; the farmers' guild that produced the balm of Gilead survived over 1,000 years."  (Source)

"Balsam was counted among the renowned perfume and incense plants, like myrrh and frankincense, that grew in restricted habitats. The plant grew wild in Arabia. Its great importance stemmed from its rarity; only in Judea and in the oases of Jericho and Ein Gedi did it grow as a cultivated plant, as noted by Pliny the Elder (23-79 CE): 'But every other scent ranks below balsamum. The only country to which this plant has been vouchsafed is Judaea.' " (Source)

Saturday, February 13, 2021

Plant Profile: Eucalyptus | Crooked Bear Creek Organic Herbs (Reblog)

Although the eucalyptus tree is indigenous to Australia, it has been successfully cultivated in several other countries. It grows fast and it grows big and tall. Some can grow up to two hundred fifty feet. This tree's eco-friendly environmental benefits and proven medicinal uses are phenomenal. 

In Guatemala, the trees were planted to “complete reclamation of water bogged malarial swamps”. 

It has many herbal remedies and its commercial use is well known as it is a key ingredient in an over-the-counter product that has been around more than half a century. Vicks Vapo Rub. Oh yes! How could we breathe without it?



More fun facts about this tree?

  • Also known as “Tasmania blue gum” and a sub-species is known as “Maiden’s gum”.

  • It is “a popular tree for cultivation and reforestation efforts”. The tree can adapt to local conditions wherever it is planted in just a few generations.

  • Australian aborigines traditionally used various herbal remedies made from different parts of the Eucalyptus to treat fevers and all kinds of infections.”

  • Eucalyptus is an essential oil and can be used internally and externally.


(P.S. If you're reading this on a Tuesday, then Happy Tree Tuesday!)

Check info references and other related links to learn more about this natural wonder.

Plant Profile: Eucalyptus {Eucalyptus globulus} | Crooked Bear Creek Organic Herbs (Reblog)







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