Nicotiana Flower Essence – Grounding the Heart

Nicotiana is an indigenous flowering tobacco plant. Its flower essence empowers us to authentically experience emotions as we navigate the physical world. It’s an excellent ally for those of us who are ready to face our feelings but find it overwhelming to open the floodgates of  pent-up emotions. It acts as a gentle guide to keep the heart grounded through this process.

Nicotiana is indicated for anyone who pushes down and denies their own emotional energy. This can manifest as a cool or cynical front that projects an image of control. It can also be useful in treating any addiction that’s rooted in escapism – tobacco, food, and other substances can be abused when they’re used to numb feelings instead of nourishing the body. When we push down and ignore our feelings, it cuts us off from a vital energy source that strengthens our intuition, sends us signals about our mental and physical well-being, and allows us to connect authentically with the world and other people.

Nicotiana helps to successfully integrate the emotional inner life with the physical world. It fosters connection between us and the earth. It helps shift consciousness to feeling nurtured and sustained by earthly energy.

One of my favorite methods of connecting with nicotiana is with the “Ground Your Heart” spray.  I spritz this on my face or in the air whenever I have a strong emotional reaction that requires my attention and presence.

Ground Your Heart Spray:

Supplies and ingredients:

2 oz atomizer

Filtered spring water

5 drops Nicotiana flower essence

5 drops Clove essential oil

Mix all ingredients in the atomizer and spray as needed.

Emily Brasley (@thewayofplants) is a western herbalist in Oakland, CA. She works at Homestead’s Temescal location as shop manager. Her special interest is herbs for emotional support and healing. Visit her at the shop for more information about flower essences.