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HOT INFUSION

When we think of a water infusion (decoction)-whether hot or cold- we must realize that we will be using the whole leaf, aerial parts, the root, bark, root bark, fruit, flower, stem, or rhizome. We will not be extracting constituents, as we may in an alcohol infusion (tincture.)
In the fact that we utilize the whole plant – both active and inert constituents in a “tea” we acknowledge that
we are utilizing the whole plant as it is meant to be utilized.


(*Note: Nutritious Infusions are those that are mineral rich.  As the base of health, these infusions are taken per quart/day. See Below)

The difference between an infusion and a concoction is the length of time it must brew due to the density of plant parts utilized.
Infusions are made from the more delicate and aromatic parts of the plant:  leaves, flowers, buds; some berries and seeds.
Decoctions are made from some berries, seeds, bark, stem, rhizome and root.


Hot Infusion

Generally: Use 1 part coarsely ground Dried HERB, or 2 Parts Fresh Undried HERB to 20 parts Boiling Water.

1. Put the HERB into a quart jar with a lid. (1 ounce) dried (2 ounces fresh)

2. Pour boiling water over the HERB. (1 pint)

3. Stir

4. Cover tightly and let stand for 20 to 30 minutes in a warm place.

5. Strain and press out the marc (dense stuff).

6. Add enough water to make the infusion measure 1 pint.

Remember, you can add other ingredients to make your infusion pleasant to taste. In most cases, want to hydrate as well as medicate. The dose will be taken as several cups per day. Additive examples are: Honey; Lemon/Orange Zest; Anise, Cardamom and Coriander Seed; and Cinnamon.

HERBS for Hot Infusions:

*(This is high mineral content; Considered “Nourishing” - Drink 1 Quart/day.)
Made by Infusing 1 Cup Dried Herb/ Filling qt. Jar with boiling water/ Steep 4-8 Hours


Cayenne                      Chamomile                   *Chickweed                  *Cleavers            Comfrey

Dandelion                    Elder (Flower/Berry)    Fennel Seed (Crushed) Ginger (Dry)    Ginkgo Goldenseal (leaf, dry)  Hawthorn (leaf, flower, berry)

Mugwort                      Mullein (leaf)                *Nettles                        *Oat Straw

Peppermint                  Plantain                       *Red Clover                 St. John’s Wort   

Saw Palmetto (berries)                                    Scullcap (recently dried)         

Valerian                       *Violet                          Yarrow                                                            
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  • Home
  • Articles
  • Featured Article
    • Respiratory Cross -Contamination
    • "Your Sump- The Lymphatic System"
    • "What Goes Around- Comes Around" Your Circulation
    • "Your Cheatin' Heart"
    • "Urine for It" You're In For It
    • "Take a Breather" >
      • "Spring Commeth" What your Liver needs
      • "Brainiac- Maniac" Your Nervous System
      • Druid Herbs
      • Druid Herb Quiz
      • Druid Quiz Solution Picture
      • Druid Herb Quiz Solution
      • Project: Community Medicine Garden
      • Herb Painting/ Pounding
      • Consultations
    • Ground Cover Herbs
    • Bees and Bee Keeping Herbs
    • Wetland Herbs
    • Herbs of the Forest
    • "Longevity Herbs"
    • "The Skinny on Herbs"
    • "Survival Herbs"
    • "Herbs for Pain"
    • "Herbs for Grief'
    • "Five Season's Teas"
    • "Herbs of Winter Solstice"
    • "Seasonal Support"
    • "Midwinter Soups"
    • Winter Remedies with Summer Herbs
    • "Gutsy Herbs" Your Digestion
    • "CONSTIPAAAAATION"
    • Food as Medicine
  • Remedies
    • Glossary
    • Using Water Cold Infusion
    • SYRUP
    • Alcohol Tincture
    • ELDERBERRY TEA / WINE
    • Decoctions
    • Glycerin / Vinegar Tincture
    • Rosemary's "Fire Cider!"
    • Four Thieves Vinegar
    • Hot Infusion
    • Salve
    • Herbed Oil
    • Elderberry Syrup / Losenges
  • Herbs in the Landscape
    • Endangered Herbs
    • Wild Crafting
  • Contact
  • Learning Opportunities
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