Bach Flower Remedies
Vine

Vitis vinifera

The common grape vine is a perennial, trailing climber. Vine is usually seen in the cultivated form when it is pruned back to a stubby root stock. In the wild state (sub-species sylvestris) stalks can be a considerable length (10-20m) and on old plants the main stem may be as much as 25cm in diameter. The leaves are 10-15cm across with three or five lobes. The flowers form in branched clusters springing from the axil of the leaves. They are small and green with the appearance of closed buds until the petals are forced off by the ripening stamens.

Flowering Period

This varies according to locality. In the Mediterranean it is in early summer: late April to May.

Preparation

Vine is prepared by the sun method. The flowering clusters are picked from several different vines when they are in full bloom. This will be when a majority of the flowers are open and beginning to reveal the stamens with pollen. At this time the scent is very apparent. The wild vine should be used.

Uses

Strong-willed dominance.

Vine people are leaders. They are strong-willed and know their own minds. They make excellent, clear-minded guides, but in their negative aspect may be inclined to use their mental strength to dominate others. In this frame of mind they can be quite ruthless, aggressive, and even cruel in their efforts to get their own way. They may ride roughshod over meeker personalities and will instruct and order other people around, expecting them to obey.

Vine animals are equally strong-minded and are keen to assume authority over the animals around them. People tend to be in awe of Vine people, and likewise, where animals are concerned, younger, small or weaker animals are in awe of the Vine, and may become nervous in his or her presence. Dominant dogs are Vine types, and unless care is taken they can assume authority over more mild-mannered human owners.

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