Results of homeopathy with plants

[Cherilyn Young]

Hi everyone,

I'm very much of an amateur at homeopathy, but I discovered something
interesting:

A few months ago, there was a big discussion on this list on using
homeopathy with plants. About that time, I repotted some 10-yr old ivy that
had become extremely potbound (the roots made rings around the insides of
the pots!). This ivy is a peculiarly hardy strain-- it's even gone up to 6
weeks without water and survived other tortures due to conditions outside my
control. Since repotting, the ivy have not fully enjoyed their new homes--
I'm assuming that their roots did not extend down deep enough to take
advantage of the water, fertilizer, etc., and for the first time they looked
like they were close to death. So, about a month ago, I was joint-achey and
using the last of a bottle of Hyland's Ruta grav 30, which gets a bit
powdery at the end. I dumped the rest of the Ruta grav powder in the
watering can and filled the watering can with water for the plants' next
watering.

I'm happy to report that, although they aren't showing any new growth, they
*are* looking much perkier and a bit greener. So, it seems that Ruta grav
was the right prep, and it's having the same degree of effect that it does
in the plants' owner-- a nice gentle remediation instead of a radical
temporary solution.

Anyone else trying homeopathy with their houseplants? Would love to hear--
I've been *really* excited.

Best,

Cherilyn

[Rosemary Hyde]

I'm glad that you had such good results. As a homeopath, in the interest of
learning, I'd love to know what plant symptoms made you think of Ruta (I
haven't really gotten the knack of this plant thing very well yet!).
Thanks. Rosemary Hyde

[Cherilyn Young]

Hi everyone,

Thanks for the encouragement, Rosemary! As a total amateur, I'm using
Susan Curtis and Romy Fraser's book _Natural Healing for Women_ as a
reference. I'm so elated....

Because the problems with the plants seemed to be due to the curled-up
roots, I went for something that treated connective tissue after injury,
especially repetitive strain or exertion (the book mention's housemaid's
knee, which I thought was sort of like their perpetually tightly curled-up
roots). The roots hadn't been damaged, so Arnica didn't seem to apply.
Also, Ruta seemed indicated specifically for leg stuff (which is what the
plants' owner takes it for), which could be considered analogous to plant
roots Furthermore, my book specifically mentioned Ruta for "a feeling of
restlessness" and a "general feeling of dissatisfaction and a fear of
anything new", which could well describe their repotting experience.

And, after living together for 10-12 years, I assumed that my plants had
picked some bad habits up from me , or we had just begun to resemble each
other through the natural laws of entrainment. Therefore, I figured I
already was using something that would help the plants.

In the total spirit of discovery,

Cherilyn

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[Rosemary Hyde]

Thanks for the explanation, Cherilyn. Obviously, I need to expand my skills
in thinking analogously, and I know I do anyway. It was helpful to read
your analysis. I'm surprised there are no botanists out there practicing
homeopathy on plants. Rosemary

[Ananda Ruchira]

Hello all,
I just joined Minutus a few days ago. What a whirl of information! Don't know if I'll ever get time to read it all. I'm located in Kenya and run a homeopathic project. Later I write you more about my work or you can just visit my website.

Cherilyn Young asked about Plants:

You may not realize it, but Kenya is the 4th largest flower exporter in the world -mostly roses to Europe.

I've become acquainted with a European couple that owns a 80-acre flower farm. Unlike any of their fellow flower farmers, these people are nearly 100% organic.

They use Homeopathic & Bach Remedies. They have 4 sets (combinations) of remedies that they use:
#1) for germanating seeds
#2) for growth
#3) to protect against disease
#4) to make the flowers grow "extra" tall

They also use NEEM fertilizer and insecticide. They tell me they have cut their insecticide & fertilizer bills in half or more.

I can contact them and see if they will let go of their "secrets".

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Sincerely,
Didi Ananda Rucira
Director, Abha Light
visit: http://home.pacific.net.sg/~rucira/alf
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[Rosemary Hyde]

That would be very kind and very interesting, if you could pry a couple of
homeopathic secrets from your friends. Thanks! And welcome to the Minutus
whirlwind. It's great fun and very helpful, I've found.

Rosemary Hyde

[The Cole Clan]

Welcome! This is a fabulous place from which to glean much information and support. Enjoy!

Meg Cole, homeopathic student
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[Dhiru Nathwani]

Hello Didi Ananda Rucira, I am writing to get your permission to post your
email to Minutus list to another list to which I belong. This other list -
NAMASKAR-AFRICANA - is composed mainly of ex-East African Asians who are
settled in foreign countries like England, United States, Canada, Australia
etc.

In your email, you mention about your homeopathic clinics in Kenya. I would
like members of the N-A list to become aware of the excellent work your
Foundation is doing. In trying to publicise the work of your Foundation, I
am hoping that the diaspora of East African Asians could be persuaded to
make donations to your Foundation.

With best regards,

Dhiru Nathwani
(formerly from Dar, now in Canada)

[jdurfeeathome]

In a message dated 11/13/2002 8:19:15 AM Mountain Standard Time,
abhalight@eudoramail.com writes:
Hi Didi and welcome.
Yes, please do! And also ask if they happen to know anything about remedies
for other plants, especially vegetables.

I visited your site. Looks like you are doing fantastic work!!

Best,
Barbara
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[Dale Moss]

Hi, Didi -- Nice to have you on board! This is probably where you should have posted that old leishmaniasis case. Too bad we didn't know about it then.

Dale