Herbal Pharmacy Quiz

Which factor is important when harvesting herbs for quality medicine?

Time of year to harvest certain plant parts

What is the recommended amount of dried herb to add when making a decoction?

1-3 tsp

What type of plant parts are used to prepare infusions?

Leaves, flowers, or green stems

What type of container should be used for making a decoction?

Glass, ceramic, or earthenware Signup and view all the answers

When is the best time to harvest most roots?

Autumn Signup and view all the answers

Which herbal preparation is water-based?

Vinegars and Oxymels Signup and view all the answers

How long should the herb be simmered when making a decoction?

10-15 min or longer Signup and view all the answers

In what form are tinctures and glycerites?

Liquid Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended daily intake of a decoction?

3 cups Signup and view all the answers

What type of herbal preparations are used externally?

Creams and Lotions Signup and view all the answers

How long can roots be stored in an air-tight container?

Up to 2 years Signup and view all the answers

Which herbal preparation is alcohol-based?

Tinctures & Glycerites Signup and view all the answers

When is the best time to harvest bark for processing?

Early Spring and Autumn Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between infusions and decoctions?

Infusions use delicate plant parts while decoctions use roots or bark Signup and view all the answers

In what season do fruits ripen?

End of Summer to Autumn Signup and view all the answers

What is the fomentation (compress) used for?

Topical application for sprains, strains, skin irritations, infections, muscle cramping or spasms Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of making a poultice?

To apply herbs directly to the body Signup and view all the answers

When should a poultice be left on the desired area?

30 minutes to 3 hours Signup and view all the answers

Which method is used to prepare a poultice from dried or powdered herb?

Adding hot/cold water with herb paste Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of making tinctures?

To prepare alcohol-based plant preparations Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following can be used as a solvent in tinctures?

Vinegar Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between making a hot infusion and a decoction?

The temperature at which they are prepared Signup and view all the answers

When is a poultice typically used?

To reduce skin irritation and draw pus from infected wounds Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of adding a clean cloth to the infusion/decoction when making a poultice?

To apply it to the affected area Signup and view all the answers

Which herb is commonly used for making poultices?

Comfrey leaf & root Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of gauze or cheese cloth when making a poultice?

To wrap the area to avoid liquid from escaping Signup and view all the answers

When making an infusion, what is the recommended duration for steeping in hot water?

10-20 minutes Signup and view all the answers

What type of water is required for extracting herbs like marshmallow root?

Cold water Signup and view all the answers

How much dried herb is typically added to make an infusion?

5-8 grams Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended daily consumption of infusions?

3 cups Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the plant are decoctions suitable for?

Hard and woody parts Signup and view all the answers

When are aerial parts of plants like leaves and flowers harvested?

Early Spring to late Summer Signup and view all the answers

How should herbs be processed after harvesting the aerial parts?

Drying on a drying rack or hanging upside down Signup and view all the answers

How should whole herbs be stored to maximize their shelf life?

In airtight containers out of direct light Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended time for which whole herbs will keep if stored properly?

Up to 1 year Signup and view all the answers

What are decoctions suitable for extracting?

The hard and woody parts of plants such as roots and seeds. Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate alcohol percentage needed for extracting resins and oils?

> 70% Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended ratio of dried plant material to menstruum volume for a 1:5 tincture?

1 gram plant material to 5mL liquid Signup and view all the answers

Which herb would require a solvent with an alcohol percentage of 25-60% for extraction?

Marshmallow Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary drawback of percolation as a tincture-making method?

Requires specialized equipment Signup and view all the answers

Which herbal preparation is best for extracting mucilage?

Decoction Signup and view all the answers

What is the best method for processing powdered herbs into capsules?

Encapsulation Signup and view all the answers

Which herb would require a solvent with an alcohol percentage of > 70% for extraction?

Myrrh Signup and view all the answers

What type of herbal preparation is slippery elm best suited for?

Infusion Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between infusions and decoctions?

Infusions are steeped for 10-20 minutes, while decoctions are simmered for a longer period of time Signup and view all the answers

When making an infusion, what type of water is required for extracting herbs like marshmallow root?

Cold water Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended daily intake of infusions?

3 cups Signup and view all the answers

How should whole herbs be stored to maximize their shelf life?

In airtight containers Signup and view all the answers

What type of plant parts are used to prepare infusions?

Flowers and leaves Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is important when harvesting herbs for quality medicine?

Harvesting just before or as the herb flowers Signup and view all the answers

How should herbs be processed after harvesting the aerial parts?

Tie bunches together to hang upside down Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of gauze or cheese cloth when making a poultice?

To prevent the poultice from drying out Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of making tinctures?

To create alcohol-based herbal preparations Signup and view all the answers

How long should the herb be simmered when making a decoction?

30-45 minutes Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary use of a poultice?

To apply directly to the skin Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a compress?

To apply to the skin Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary use of an oil preparation?

To apply to the skin Signup and view all the answers

When are flax meal or oat meal used in herbal preparations?

Poultice Signup and view all the answers

What is the method for applying a compress to the skin?

By soaking a cloth in an infusion or decoction and applying to the skin Signup and view all the answers

What is the key purpose of a bath preparation?

To add to bath water Signup and view all the answers

When would one primarily use inhalation as an herbal preparation?

For inhaling steam for respiratory issues Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary use of a poultice made from plants?

For applying directly to the skin Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary use of a compress made from an infusion or decoction?

For applying to the skin Signup and view all the answers

When would one primarily use inhalation as an herbal preparation?

For inhaling steam for respiratory issues Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate shelf life of creams and lotions?

1-2 weeks Signup and view all the answers

When should herbal preparations be taken to lower the strength of the preparation?

With food Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended dosage for tinctures according to the general guidelines for adult dosing?

30-60 drops or ½-1 tsp, 3 times daily Signup and view all the answers

What is added to a herbal oil to produce a solid product that can be applied to the skin for skin and muscle issues?

Beeswax or another thickening agent Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate shelf life of glycerites?

1 year Signup and view all the answers

When should herbal preparations be taken for indigestion and gas?

After a meal Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended daily dosage for tea according to the general guidelines for adult dosing?

1 tsp dried herb per cup water, drink 1 cup 3 times daily Signup and view all the answers

What process is used to produce a solid product from a herbal oil that can be applied to the skin?

Heating and adding beeswax or another thickening agent Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate shelf life of vinegars?

6 months Signup and view all the answers

How should topical applications be used according to the general guidelines?

Apply 2-3 times daily or as needed Signup and view all the answers

Herbal Pharmacy Quiz

Questions and Answers

Which factor is important when harvesting herbs for quality medicine?

What is the recommended amount of dried herb to add when making a decoction?

What type of plant parts are used to prepare infusions?

What type of container should be used for making a decoction?

When is the best time to harvest most roots?

Which herbal preparation is water-based?

How long should the herb be simmered when making a decoction?

In what form are tinctures and glycerites?

What is the recommended daily intake of a decoction?

What type of herbal preparations are used externally?

How long can roots be stored in an air-tight container?

Which herbal preparation is alcohol-based?

When is the best time to harvest bark for processing?

What is the main difference between infusions and decoctions?

In what season do fruits ripen?

What is the fomentation (compress) used for?

What is the purpose of making a poultice?

When should a poultice be left on the desired area?

Which method is used to prepare a poultice from dried or powdered herb?

What is the purpose of making tinctures?

Which of the following can be used as a solvent in tinctures?

What is the main difference between making a hot infusion and a decoction?

When is a poultice typically used?

What is the purpose of adding a clean cloth to the infusion/decoction when making a poultice?

Which herb is commonly used for making poultices?

What is the role of gauze or cheese cloth when making a poultice?

When making an infusion, what is the recommended duration for steeping in hot water?

What type of water is required for extracting herbs like marshmallow root?

How much dried herb is typically added to make an infusion?

What is the recommended daily consumption of infusions?

Which part of the plant are decoctions suitable for?

When are aerial parts of plants like leaves and flowers harvested?

How should herbs be processed after harvesting the aerial parts?

How should whole herbs be stored to maximize their shelf life?

What is the recommended time for which whole herbs will keep if stored properly?

What are decoctions suitable for extracting?

What is the approximate alcohol percentage needed for extracting resins and oils?

What is the recommended ratio of dried plant material to menstruum volume for a 1:5 tincture?

Which herb would require a solvent with an alcohol percentage of 25-60% for extraction?

What is the primary drawback of percolation as a tincture-making method?

Which herbal preparation is best for extracting mucilage?

What is the best method for processing powdered herbs into capsules?

Which herb would require a solvent with an alcohol percentage of > 70% for extraction?

What type of herbal preparation is slippery elm best suited for?

What is the main difference between infusions and decoctions?

When making an infusion, what type of water is required for extracting herbs like marshmallow root?

What is the recommended daily intake of infusions?

How should whole herbs be stored to maximize their shelf life?

What type of plant parts are used to prepare infusions?

Which factor is important when harvesting herbs for quality medicine?

How should herbs be processed after harvesting the aerial parts?

What is the role of gauze or cheese cloth when making a poultice?

What is the purpose of making tinctures?

How long should the herb be simmered when making a decoction?

What is the primary use of a poultice?

What is the main purpose of a compress?

What is the primary use of an oil preparation?

When are flax meal or oat meal used in herbal preparations?

What is the method for applying a compress to the skin?

What is the key purpose of a bath preparation?

When would one primarily use inhalation as an herbal preparation?

What is the primary use of a poultice made from plants?

What is the primary use of a compress made from an infusion or decoction?

When would one primarily use inhalation as an herbal preparation?

What is the approximate shelf life of creams and lotions?

When should herbal preparations be taken to lower the strength of the preparation?

What is the recommended dosage for tinctures according to the general guidelines for adult dosing?

What is added to a herbal oil to produce a solid product that can be applied to the skin for skin and muscle issues?

What is the approximate shelf life of glycerites?

When should herbal preparations be taken for indigestion and gas?

What is the recommended daily dosage for tea according to the general guidelines for adult dosing?

What process is used to produce a solid product from a herbal oil that can be applied to the skin?

What is the approximate shelf life of vinegars?

How should topical applications be used according to the general guidelines?

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