- Region
- Asia
- Origin
- Asia (West), Europe (South)
- Traditions
- Folk magic and herbal magic
Asia · Food · № 260
Pisum sativum
Food · Asia
Peas
Pisum sativum
A legume rich in protein and fibre. In Chinese medicine (wan dou) the pea is regarded as a mild remedy for the spleen and for mild diarrhoea.
Safety notes
Traditional use is no proof of effectiveness; if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a medical condition, consult a doctor or pharmacist.
Preparation
No specific preparation described.
Use in traditions
In herbal magic associated with love, abundance. The pea is one of the oldest crops of the Fertile Crescent. In the 19th century Gregor Mendel discovered the laws of heredity by crossing peas. Dried peas were winter food for centuries, among others as pea soup.
Applications
Use by tradition
How different herbal traditions describe this herb. Amounts are traditional guidelines checked for obvious errors; they are not medical advice. For poisonous plants no dosage is given on purpose.
Folklore and herbal magic
Symbolic meanings from folk use and modern herbal magic. These are handed-down associations, not effects.
Love, abundance.
Home, kitchen and folk use
Attributed effects
An old winter food; in folk use boiled peas served as a warm poultice and pea soup was considered strengthening for the sick.
Preparation and amount
Soak dried peas and cook them for a long time.