Avena Sativa
Actions:
anti-inflammatory, digestive, nervine, culinary
Therapeutic Categories:
anxiety, depression, eczema, skin irritation including burns and rashes, blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease
Safety:
Generally safe in standard doses
Magical Uses:
Calming, resilience, trust
Plant Parts Used: grains, immature seeds (milky oats), leaf & stem (oatstraw)
Preparations: Tea, food, decoction
Notes: Slightly bitter, dry