Lupulin

Lupulin is the glandular powder separated from the strobiles of the Humulus lupulus (hops) plant. It has sedative effects on the body and mind and stimulates sleep. This powder is separated by beating or rubbing the strobiles of hops, and then sifting them. The sifting is necessary to remove the broken bracts and other vegetable parts. About 10 per cent of lupulin is thus obtained from the dried hops.
The powder is bright brownish-yellow and become resinous. Lupulin is chemically related to THC.

Lupulin has the odor and common taste of hop.

Effects

Lupulin has the same sedative effects as hop, but due to the sifting it is stronger.
Gives an mild high with relaxing qualities. Works well as a relaxation for the nerves and provides a better sleep.

The powder is used in a medical manner for delirium tremens, wakefulness, anxiety and exhaustion. It allays irritation and promotes sleep.
It is a sedative belonging to the same category as valerian, skullcap and passion flower.

Usage

To prepar some tea: mix 150 ml of cooked water with 1 teaspoon of Lupulin. Because the taste is bitter you can add some honey. Use about 0,5 grams for 1 cup of tea. 1 teaspoon is about 0,4 grams.