Bach Flower Remedies – Gorse

Species: Ulex europaeus

Group: Uncertainty

Keywords: Hopelessness. Despair. Given up.

“Nor need any case despair, however severe, for the fact that the individual is still granted physical life indicates that the Soul who rules is not without hope.”
~ Edward Bach

This evergreen shrub with sharp spine-like leaves is native to western Europe. It can grow over 10 feet tall. In the early 1800s, it was introduced to the Americas and is now established along the East Coast, the Pacific Northwest, and in Hawaii. It is also found in New Zealand, South Africa, and Australia. Because Gorse is highly flammable, it is considered an invasive plant and a severe fire hazard. The brilliant yellow flowers have a slight coconut and almond fragrance. Gorse flowers have been used to make tea and wine. However, the seeds and seed pods are toxic.

Emotional disharmony indicating Gorse:

• Hopelessness
• Has given up in despair
• Has stopped trying

Dr Bach wrote of Gorse, “Very great hopelessness. They have given up belief that more can be done for them. Under persuasion or to please others they may try different treatments, at the same time assuring those around them that there is so little hope of relief.” – The Twelve Healers

Positive character qualities of Gorse:

• Renewed hope
• A sense of faith
• Recovery is possible

Daily use of the Bach flowers provides gentle emotional support. Negative attitudes are transformed into positive virtues as the body’s self-curative potential strengthens emotional health and restores inner harmony.

“And may we ever have gratitude in hearts that the great Creator in all His glory has placed the herbs in the field for our healing.“ ~ Edward Bach