Alfalfa

Medicago sativa

MEDICINAL:

• Eliminates retained water,
• relieves urinary and bowel problems,
• helps in treating recuperation of narcotic and alcohol addiction.
• Used in treating anemia, fatigue, kidneys, peptic ulcers, pituitary problems, and for building general health.

RELIGIOUS:

• Placed in a small jar and kept in a pantry or cabinet, it protects the home from poverty and hunger.
• Burn alfalfa and scatter the ashes around the property to protect it.

GROWING: Alfalfa is cultivated in many regions of the world. It is not picky as to soils, prefers full sun, and regular waterings, although it will tolerate dry spells. It is a perennial that grows to 1 to 3 feet tall, depending upon growing conditions. See the article about Alfalfa in the Articles section of this site.