Alchemy Flora Aprilis Flower Syrup
Alchemy Flora Aprilis Flower Syrup
These are a 4 oz and 8oz in size. Your Choice of in drop down box below.
Flora Aprilis translates to "First Flowers". The first flowers of spring resonate with the new spark of life during Aries season. Aries symbolizes new beginnings, pioneering spirit, and the energy of renewal. Spring flowers such as forsythia, dandelions, and narscissus, which are some of the first to bloom, embody this spirit of initiation and rebirth.
As the first flowers of spring bloom, they are often associated with Venus, the planet of beauty, love, and harmony. Venus exalts in Pisces, which covers the early part of spring. The blossoming flowers represent the awakening of nature’s beauty, reflecting Venusian themes of attraction and pleasure. The emergence of spring flowers coincides with the influence of Mars, the ruling planet of Aries. This connection highlights themes of vitality, courage, and action. The flowers’ brave appearance in the still-chilly weather mirrors the Martian qualities of bravery and combat against adversity.
Dandelion-
Spiritually, dandelions are considered symbols of hope, wishes, dreams,comminication, creativity and manifestation. The dandelion is a symbol of reslience and emotional healing. They are often used in rituals to promote psychic abilities, clarity, and as an aid to divination. Blowing the seeds of a dandelion while making a wish is a common folk practice tied to spiritual wish-making and visioning for the future.
Dandelions are associated with the goddess Venus because of her connection to the bees. Dandelions also harness the energy of jupiter because of their growth and spreaded abundance!
Dandelions are also connected to the underworld, by way of their root and growth structures, they need cold stratification to bloom which would be archetypal of the contrast to the sun when they pop out from "the underworld" to produce their bright yellow flowers full of nutrients. Their association with Hekate, having resilience through the crossroads to forge a new path. Hecate’s association with crossroads — places where decisions must be made and where the spiritual and physical worlds intersect - parallels the dandelion’s role in divination and decision-making in spiritual practices. The plants ability to thrive where others cannot also mirrors Hekate’s themes of outer boundaries and liminal spaces, symbolizing guidance in times of transition and change.
Dandelions are highly nutritious plants packed with a wealth of vitamins, minerals, and other beneficial compounds. The leaves are an excellent source of vitamins A, C, and K, crucial for maintaining eye health, immune function, and blood clotting, respectively. They also provide significant amounts of vitamin E, which acts as a powerful antioxidant. Dandelion leaves contain high levels of iron, calcium, and potassium, which support bone health, blood pressure regulation, and proper muscle function. The roots are rich in inulin, a type of soluble fiber that promotes digestive health by supporting healthy gut bacteria. Additionally, both the roots and leaves contain potent antioxidants such as beta-carotene and polyphenols, which help combat oxidative stress and may reduce inflammation in the body. Dandelions are amazing for lymphatic cleansing, as well as overall gentile detoxification. They are more nutritious than kale and without the oxalate content.
Forsythia Flowers- Forsythia blooming is one of the first signs of spring due to its vibrant yellow blossoms! The early blooming of forsythia, even before the leaves appear, symbolizes anticipation and hope. It's seen as a herald of spring, bringing with it the promise of new beginnings and warmer days.
The bright yellow of the forsythia flowers is often associated with joy, happiness, and vitality. The vibrant and energetic appearance of forsythia can also be seen as stimulating creativity and inspiration, making it a favorite among artists and creative individuals during the spring season. Despite its delicate appearance, forsythia is quite hardy and can withstand harsh winter conditions to bloom early in spring. This resilience is often mirrored as a spiritual metaphor for overcoming difficulties and emerging stronger.
Forsythia blooms in early spring, which astrologically corresponds to the sun’s transit through Aries. This sign is all about initiation, leadership, and new beginnings, mirroring the plant’s role as one of the first to bloom after winter. The vibrant yellow color and the early bloom of forsythia resonate with the fire element in astrology, which symbolizes energy, enthusiasm, and the drive to take action. This ties back to the pioneering spirit of Aries. Given its role as a herald of spring, forsythia can also be associated with Mercury, the planet of communication and movement. This aligns with the plant's symbolic message of the changing seasons and the natural flow of life’s cycles.
When speaking of change, transition and rebirth, one can only think of Persephone. As the goddess of spring growth and the queen of the underworld, Persephone embodies the cycle of rebirth and renewal. Her return from the underworld each spring causes the earth to blossom, much like the blooming of forsythia signals the arrival of spring.
Forsythia has been used to reduce inflammation. It is commonly used in herbal remedies to treat conditions such as sore throat, redness, and swelling. Studies have shown that forsythia has antiviral and antibacterial effects. It is often used in combination with other herbs to treat viral infections and common cold symptoms, it is often used in formulas designed to combat fevers and other symptoms associated with the common cold and flu. Forsythia is believed to help detoxify the body. It is used in various herbal concoctions aimed at purging toxins and treating skin eruptions, such as boils and acne. There is some evidence suggesting that forsythia can help support liver function and promote liver health, making it useful in treatments for conditions affecting this organ.
Flora Aprilis Syrup Ingredients:
Tea infusion of dandelion flowers and root, forsythia flowers, elderflowers, rose petals, honeysuckle flowers, organic orange peel, organic cane sugar, local wildflower honey, organic lemon Juice.
* Ive blended cooling and moisture herbs with this blend to balance out the fire energies to make a perfectly balanced blend.
Can be used to flavor your favorite drink or water, can be used in tea, can be used on pancakes or waffles or anything sweet. I like to use on fresh fruit as well. Can be used on ice cream etc… the list is endless.
These are such a fulfilling and theraputic pastime! All item are made from organic materia. The best of the best grade of everything, to create the most pure form of the flower essences into something tangible. These creations are grown in my yard naturally, i use fresh flowers/herbs and or dry organic herbs. I also use tea blends from magic hour teas- those teas around around 50.00 plus for 4 oz so those items are priced accordingly.
I can only make small batches for as quick as there are a ton of blooms, thats how quick they are gone. Any fruits used are 100 percent local organic fruits and cleansed twice fold for purity. The honey is local honey from an amazing company called The beekeepers daughter. Izzy and myself consider ourselves raw honey experts lol Their honey is by far the best ive ever tried! We also love supporting local business! The coloring is natural coloring from the flowers or infused with butterfly pea flowers which are loaded with anti aging + antioxidant powerhouses! Each small batch from 7-10 needs atleast 1 full quart of flowers to make a batch! Its a love process!
Ive wanted to offer such magic for so long and its so awesome to finally come to fruition! These are not regularly stocked items, i made them when i see fit to make them and when the actual supplies are available. Once opened place in the refrigerator.
Oncer again thank you for supporting this side of me, i am so happy to share this with you! made from 1000% loving intention by connecting to the earths energies and capturing the essence of each flower.
NOTE- Please see attached photo of more information on the product. Also if you are pregnant/ nursing or have a health condition please do your research and ask your physician if its safe for you to consume any herbs.