©2000 by Lila Devi, Founder/Director since 1977
Of the twenty essences that Master's Flower Essences offer, five are prepared from the blossoms of
vegetables: Avocado, Tomato, Spinach, and Lettuce. (Note that the essences are capitalized to
distinguish them from the food sources.) We also prepare Corn Essence from the tassels of the corn
plant. While fresh, organic vegetables supply us with a myriad of vitamins and minerals; in
flower essence form they provide an untold wealth of "vibrational nutrients."
I would like to say a few words about each of these essences and also
share an exciting concept, that of the theme essence. This allows practitioners to work
more clearly with their clients; it's a concept that uplifts and inspires. This idea of identifying
people according to overriding positive characteristics replace the previously used term, "type
remedy," which pegs an individual based upon predominant negative personality traits. Examples
follow for each essence described below.
The tiny white avocado blossom, which bears a fruit rich in folklore and nutritional value, produces
the "brain food" avocado. Good memory is the key quality for this essence, remind us of the deeper
direction of our lives.
On a more mundane level, Avocado Essence is good for studying for
upcoming exams and remembering items on our mental shopping list. An Avocado theme
individual is one who finds great joy in learning, one who loves discovering how things work. This
person is mentally agile and focuses adeptly.
Tomato Essence, also called the "warrior essence," fortifies us with mental strength and courage
and addresses a wide range of fears: from known to unknown origin, from moderate to
overwhelming. It helps with fear of flying and overcoming addictions, as well as addictions to
unhealthy relationships, commonly termed "codependent." Tomato theme folks have great
courage. They face challenges with openness and a sense of personal empowerment.
Spinach Essence is, simply put, for healing the inner child--or the inner kitten or puppy, if we are
talking about cats and dogs--who needs a restored sense of trust and inner nurturing. This is our
primary essence for stress, for feeling over-burdened, for taking on too much responsibility and
then buckling under the weight. It is a great aid for those who have suffered abuse in their early
years, no matter at what age they begin taking the essence. Spinach theme individuals are childlike,
straightforward, and trusting. They tend toward being pranksters or simply enjoying a good laugh.
Lettuce Essence, from a tiny deep-yellow flower on the bolted plant, much like Spinach, offers a
profound sense of calmness. This essence relates strongly to the fifth chakra (a Sanskrit word
meaning "wheel of energy") and therefore strengthens our higher creative nature.
Lettuce Essence
helps people to speak their truth with clarity and conviction, cloaked in the quietude of deep inner
calmness. Thus, it addresses the opposite: churning emotions (especially anger), restlessness, and
lack of concentration. Lettuce theme individuals are somewhat withdrawn with a relaxed but energetic
quality. Like a gentle wind, they can be
very influential and touch many people with the depth of their ideas and their creativity.
Master's Corn Essence abounds with the quality of mental vitality, much like each kernel of corn
on a ripening stalk represents --according to the Doctrine of Signatures-- bursting, fresh ideas,
energy, and enthusiasm. It is only partially a joke that this essences helps one with housecleaning,
because Corn contributes to the needed zest to tackle chores that generally get put on the shelf of
procrastination.
A new school term, a new job, a new home: Corn helps with adjustments to new
situations in a most positive way. You can spot a Corn theme individual a mile away. These people move
quickly, speak quickly (and sometimes a bit loudly due to possessing bushels of energy) and
readily inspire others with a natural enthusiasm.
These definitions provide a mere taste of the beauty and strength of the essences. My
book, The Essential Flower Essence Handbook, offers a ten-page chapter on each essences, and
approaches these "metaphysical herbs" from many different angles, including text, lists, charts, plus
some very creative approaches to flower essences.
The word vegetable is derived from the Middle English, meaning living or growing, and also
from Latin, as lively or enlivening. These lexical roots suggest the energy we experience when
eating freshly picked garden vegetables, and especially when dosing ourselves with the vitality of
flower essences prepared from vegetable blossoms. I encourage you to continue your odyssey of
flower essence therapy with confidence and joy.
Author Bio: Lila Devi (pronounced lee-lah day-vee), founder of the Master's Flower Essences
in 1977--the second oldest essence line in existence--is author of The Essential flower Essence
Handbook (also available in German and Italian), which is the text for the MFE Correspondence
Course, and Flower Essences for Animals (in print in October, 2000). Lila lectures extensively both
nationally and abroad and is considered one of the foremost authorities on flower essences in the
world today. Please feel free to contact Lila personally by
email, or visit
Master's web site that lists upcoming seminars and
displays the Master's Essences with more information.
ART CREDITS: The lettuce tile came from an excellent collection of flower and nature
backgrounds based on photos at Julie's Homegrown
Graphics. The vegetable images came from clip art collections at Don's
Kitchen and Catering Net.
The World Wide Essence Society does not mean to imply any recommendation of nor give certification to any individuals or companies above. This article is provided purely for informational purposes. We ask consumers to make their own determination as to quality of the services and products offered above. This article is not meant to be advice, and the information is not meant to replace medical or psychological treatment.
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