by C.M. Boger — General Analysis
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Bellis perennis appears in 5 of the 13 classic books on Similia. Each was written to do a different job — here is what each adds on this remedy, with the opening of its entry.
“B. perennis, L. Nat. order , Compositæ. Preparation , Tincture of the whole plant when in flower. Authority. Dr. Thomas, Br. Journ. of Hom., 16, 325; proving of the tincture, 20-drop doses repeated for fourteen days; of the 3d dilution; effects of external application of the tincture, and of chewing the flowers. A…”
“Daisy It acts upon the muscular fibers of the blood-vessels. Much muscular soreness. Lameness, as if sprained. Venous congestion, due to mechanical causes. First remedy in injuries to the deeper tissues, after major surgical work. Results of injuries to nerves with intense soreness and intolerance of cold bathing…”
“BLOOD-VESSELS. Nerves. Spleen. Joints. Left side. INJURY. Sprains. TOUCH. Cold baths or drinks. Wet. Becoming chilled when hot. Continued motion. Cold (local). BRUISED SORENESS. Hard, aching, squeezing or throbbing pain. Tired, fagged. Deep trauma or septic wounds; especially abdominal, pelvic, etc. Acrid pus…”
“The Daisy. N. O. Compositæ. Tincture of whole fresh plant. Acne / Arteries, diseases of / Boils / Brain, softening of / Change of Life / Exudations / Fatigue / Giddiness / Gout / Headache / Indigestion / Masturbation / Mydriasis / Overwork / Pregnancy, complaints of / Psoriasis / Railway spine / Rheumatism /…”
Kent's Repertory lists Bellis perennis in 8 rubrics. These are the ones where it carries the highest grade — the symptoms Kent treated as most characteristic.
