Dry
Dryness in energetic herbalism means tissues are atrophied or insufficiently nourished. This leads to the ineffective balance of fluids in the cells. This can either be related to a deficiency in fats, oils or fluids but it is also sometimes related to the under functioning of the tissues.
Some herbal actions that cause drying are diuretics and astringents, as they stimulate the release of fluids. Indicators of dryness and atrophy can be dry, hair or eyes, constipation with hard stools, joint stiffness and cracking, dry skin conditions.
Moistening herbs are indicated for dry tissue states to nourish and support the effective balance of fluid and oils in the tissues.
Dry herbs include rose (Rosa spp.), lady’s mantle (Alchemilla vulgaris) or agrimony (Agrimonia eupatoria).
