Bach Flower Remedies
Honeysuckle

Lonicera caprifolium

Honeysuckle is a trailing perennial climber that covers hedges and small trees, growing up to 6 m in length. The leaves are rounded in opposite pairs, the flowers bud at the end of the stem in a cluster of lengthening red tubes that split open to reveal the stamens and style. The inside of the tube is white but it turns yellow when the flower has been pollinated. The distinction that is made between L. caprifolium and L. periclymenum can be seen in the leaves. L. caprifolium, which Bach chose, has perfoliate leaves (only on the upper stems), that is they clasp around the stem without a stalk. L. periclymenum also has a pink variety so the leaves should be examined carefully. Fly Honeysuckle (L. xylosteum) has yellowish flowers in pairs, it is smaller and has pointed leaves.

Flowering Period

Honeysuckle flowers from June to August.

Preparation

Honeysuckle is prepared by the boiling method. The flowering heads are picked with a few leaves. Select those flowers that are predominantly red and white without too many of the dying yellowed petals.

Uses

Preoccupation with memories of the past.

This is the remedy for those who are unable to give their full attention to the present, but instead dwell on happy memories and the good times they once had. It is because they believe that life will never be as good again that they allow the past to dominate their thoughts.

Animals would need Honeysuckle for the same reasons - when they long for what has gone. The remedy might be considered if the animal shows signs of distress - becoming introverted, losing its appetite etc.- when it has been parted from someone or somewhere it knows and trusts.

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