Hops Flower
(Latin Name: Humulus lupulus)
(Also known as: Hop Strobile, The Dream Weaver’s Blossom)
Brief History & Origin
Hops are the Flowers of Peaceful Rest, best known today for their role in brewing beer, but their sacred medicine goes far beyond the brewery. Ancient healers of Europe and Indigenous herbalists of North America have long used hops to calm the nervous system, ease pain, and invite restful sleep. Monks in medieval monasteries planted hops in cloister gardens—not only for brewing but for calming the mind during meditation and prayer.
With their spiraling, cone-like blossoms, Hops carry the energetic signature of release—helping the body let go of tension, the mind let go of worry, and the spirit drift into sacred rest. Hops are a dream herb, opening the doors of sleep and softening the barriers between the waking world and the subconscious.
Health & Healing Benefits
The Body’s Ally
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Acts as a gentle sedative—promoting deep, restorative sleep
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Calms the nervous system, reducing anxiety, restlessness, and nervous tension
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Supports digestion by easing spasms and stimulating appetite
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Helps reduce hot flashes and soothe hormonal imbalances in menopause
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Eases muscle tension and cramps when used internally or externally
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Contains natural bitters that support liver health and gentle detoxification
Spiritual & Energetic Uses
The Soul’s Companion
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Opens the third eye and heart chakras to calm overthinking and emotional overwhelm
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Used in dreamwork rituals to enhance lucid dreaming and subconscious healing
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Symbolizes surrender, release, and the power of deep rest as medicine
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Assists in grief rituals, helping soften the grip of sorrow and bring emotional comfort
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Creates a sacred space for visions, rest, and spiritual renewal
Best Ways to Use Hops Flower
| Use | Preparation | Suggested Use |
| Tea / Infusion | Steep 1 tsp dried flowers in hot water for 5–7 min | For sleep support and calming the nerves |
| Dream Pillow | Place dried hops in a sachet under the pillow | For restful sleep and dreamwork |
| Tincture / Extract | Use prepared tincture before bed | For quick, easy sleep support |
| Spiritual Bath | Add flowers to warm bathwater | For releasing emotional tension and preparing for rest |
| Ritual Offering | Place on altars during grief work, transitions, or healing circles | For comfort, surrender, and softening of the heart |
GlassWing Organics Notes
At GlassWing Organics, Hops Flower is used in sleep teas, dream sachets, and emotional healing rituals. We turn to hops when the world feels heavy, when grief needs gentleness, or when the spirit calls for sacred rest. Hops remind us that rest is not weakness—it is deep, restorative magic.
Safety & Precautions
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May cause drowsiness—best used in the evening or before sleep
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Not recommended for use during pregnancy
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Avoid if you have depression aggravated by sedative herbs—hops may deepen emotional heaviness in some individuals
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Can cause mild allergic reactions in those sensitive to pollen or other flowers in the Cannabaceae family
Reflection or Affirmation
"With Hops, I release the day. I welcome rest, drift into sacred dreams, and allow my spirit to soften into healing sleep."
