Queen Anne's Lace

Common Name:

Queen Anne’s Lace (a.k.a. Wild Carrot)

Botanical Name:

Daucus carota

Short Description:

Queen Anne’s Lace is a diuretic and reproductive herb traditionally used to support the urinary system and regulate menstruation. Its seeds have been used as a natural contraceptive and for hormonal balance in folk traditions.

Parts Used:

Seeds (most commonly), root, leaves, flowers

Actions:

Diuretic, emmenagogue, carminative, anti-inflammatory, contraceptive (folk use)

Energetics:

Warming, drying, aromatic

Body Systems:

Reproductive, urinary, digestive

Spiritual/Energetic Uses:

Encourages independence and sovereignty over one’s body and choices. Queen Anne’s Lace helps clear inherited or cultural patterns that interfere with embodied wisdom and intuition.

Planetary/Dosha Associations:

Planetary: Mercury and Venus
Dosha: Balances Kapha and Vata; may aggravate Pitta in heat conditions

Safety Notes:

Not for use during pregnancy. Seeds have been used historically for birth control—use only with deep knowledge or professional guidance. Be absolutely certain of identification, as it closely resembles poison hemlock, which is deadly.