Tormentil
From KB Lexicon
Tormentil
| Type | Botanical |
|---|---|
| Source | Tormentil root |
| Classification | Botanical Ingredients |
| Primary Uses | Pain relief, wound-healing potions, upset-stomach brews |
| Common Potions | None listed |
| Alchemical Properties | Astringent, soothing |
| Magical Effects | Reduces discomfort and tightens tissues |
| Hazard Level | Low |
| Shelf Life | Dried root |
| Notes | Common in country healer recipes long before Hogwarts formalised it. |
Tormentil has a long folk history as a herb for easing various torments—physical and emotional.
Its astringent action helps close wounds and settle inflamed tissue.
It’s a frequent companion to dittany in complex healing draughts.
