Epazote (Tree of Life)

🌿 Epazote (Dysphania ambrosioides)

Also known as: Wormseed • Jesuit’s Tea • Mexican Tea
Family: Amaranthaceae (not related to ragweed)
Origin: Native to Central and South America
Parts used: Leaf and aerial parts
Primary use: Internal (with caution) & Culinary

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✨ Description

Strong, pungent, and unmistakably cleansing, Epazote is one of the oldest traditional herbs of the Americas — prized for its ability to support digestion, expel parasites, and cleanse the intestinal tract.
Its sharp, resinous aroma tells you instantly that this plant is powerful. For centuries, Indigenous healers and early herbalists used Epazote tea to drive out intestinal worms and relieve bloating, cramping, and sluggish digestion.

In the kitchen, it remains a beloved culinary herb in Mexican and Central American cuisine, known for reducing gas when cooking beans and adding a unique depth of flavor to soups, stews, and tamales.

A little goes a long way — both in medicine and in flavor.

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🍵 Dried Herb Uses

As a digestive and antiparasitic herb:

• Parasite Cleanser: Traditionally used to expel intestinal worms and pathogens.
• Digestive Support: Relieves gas, cramping, and bloating, especially from heavy or starchy meals.
• Detoxifying & Cleansing: Promotes elimination through the intestines and liver.
• Respiratory Aid: Mild expectorant properties help clear mucus.

Directions (Internal Use):
Steep ½ teaspoon of dried Epazote in 8 oz of hot water for 5–7 minutes.
Drink no more than 1 cup daily for up to 7 days.
Not intended for long-term use.

Pairs well with Cilantro, Black Walnut, Cascara Sagrada, Aloe, and Psyllium Husk in cleansing or detox programs — but do not combine with Parasite Mix, as it already contains Epazote and may become too strong.

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🍽️ Culinary Uses

• Add a small pinch to bean dishes, soups, or stews to reduce gas and aid digestion.
• Use sparingly — ½ teaspoon dried or 1 fresh leaf per pot is often enough for flavor and function.

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🔮 Metaphysical & Energetic Uses

• Purification: Clears heaviness and stagnation from the digestive and energetic body.
• Protection: Traditionally burned as an incense to repel negative or parasitic energies.
• Grounding & Clarity: Helps reset after periods of excess or imbalance.

Affirmation:

“I cleanse and release what no longer serves me — my energy is light, pure, and free.”

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🌿 Pairing Suggestions

• Cilantro – for heavy metal detox.
• Cascara Sagrada – for gentle elimination support.
• Black Walnut – for broad parasite cleansing.
• Aloe Vera Powder – to soothe the intestinal lining.
• Psyllium Husk – to bind and remove toxins safely.

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🌼 Harvest & Sourcing

Our Epazote is organically grown in Central and South America, hand-harvested at peak potency, and gently dried to preserve its aromatic oils — especially ascaridole, the compound responsible for its strong antiparasitic effects.

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⚖️ Energetics & Taste

• Taste: Sharp, resinous, camphorous, and bitter.
• Energetic profile: Warming, drying, and dispersing.
• Pairs well with: Cilantro, Cascara, Black Walnut, and Aloe.

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⚠️ Warnings

• Use with extreme caution and only as directed.
• Not for children, pregnancy, or nursing.
• Do not exceed recommended amounts — high doses of ascaridole may cause nausea or irritation.
• Avoid combining with other strong parasite herbs unless guided by a professional.

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🌻 A Note from the Herbalist

Epazote is the purifier’s herb — bold, fiery, and unapologetically cleansing.
It clears both the gut and the energetic field, helping release what has overstayed its welcome.
Respect its potency, and it will reward you with clarity, lightness, and balance from the inside out.