Tansy ( Perennial ) Element: Water Magical Powers: Health and Longevity. Culinary: Stew the leaf with rhubarb and then rub on meat for a rosemary like flavoring. Use tansy leaves fresh and minced in pancakes, waffles, cookies, puddings, cakes, teas, liqueurs, salad dressings, and marinades. Medicinal: Tansy is a strong antiseptic. Tansy added to bath water is said to ease soreness in limbs and reduce fevers. The leaf is very rich in potassium so it is very good for your potassium levels. Cosmetic: Tansy lotions are highly recommended for their cleansing and soothing properties. They are especially effective for controlling acne. Other Uses: Plant tansy around fruit trees to repel fruit flies, and other pests, hang fresh leaves near entrances to repel flies. Sprinkle dried leaves to deter ants, put dried sprigs under carpets. Also deters mice. Close page to exit or Return to Herbs Page Return to Home . |
