Full Moon in Taurus, October 2026: A Southern Hemisphere Spring Moon of Grounding, Rest and Letting Go

Written by Michelle Ringin, Western Medicinal Herbalist & Weight Management Practitioner (NHAA 155639) l Date Published: 25 October 2026 l Last reviewed: 25 October 2026 l Reading time: 10 minutes

TL;DR The October 2026 Full Moon is in Taurus. It peaks at 3:12pm AEDT on Monday 26 October, and the best view is on Monday evening, when it rises in the east at around 7:30pm. In the Southern Hemisphere this is a late-spring Full Moon that arrives just days before Beltane. Astrologically, it is traditionally associated with grounding, rest, the body and the senses, and with gently letting go of what you no longer need to carry.

Spring is in full swing now. The paddocks are green, the elder bushes are budding along the creek lines, and the evenings are long enough to sit outside with a cuppa after dinner. Late spring is lovely, but it can also be a lot: busier calendars, end-of-year deadlines creeping closer, hay fever, and that feeling of being pulled in every direction at once.

This Full Moon offers a different invitation. It rises in Taurus, the most grounded, sensual and unhurried sign of the zodiac, opposite the Sun in deep, transformative Scorpio. Its message is simple and beautifully timed: slow down, come back to your body, and let go of what you have been gripping too tightly.

In this extended guide, you’ll find the timing for every Australian state, the Southern Hemisphere seasonal story, a full look at the astrology (including Mercury and Venus retrograde), six herbal allies with their history and folklore, a Grounded Heart Moon Tea, a Root and Release ritual, journal prompts and a gentle section for your dog.

When Is the October 2026 Full Moon in Australia?

The Full Moon is exact at 04:12 Universal Time on Monday 26 October. Daylight saving began on 4 October, so here are the local times around Australia:

Location	Exact Full Moon
NSW, ACT, VIC, TAS	3:12pm AEDT, Monday 26 October 2026
QLD	2:12pm AEST, Monday 26 October 2026
SA	2:42pm ACDT, Monday 26 October 2026
NT	1:42pm ACST, Monday 26 October 2026
WA	12:12pm AWST, Monday 26 October 2026
Best viewing	Monday evening 26 October, as the Moon rises in the east around 7:30pm (local times vary slightly). It will also look almost full on Sunday and Tuesday nights.

 

Why can’t we see it at its peak? The exact moment of fullness happens while the Moon is still below our horizon on Monday afternoon. That doesn’t matter at all. A Full Moon looks full to the eye for about a day either side, so Monday evening’s moonrise is your moment.

Why does a rising Moon look golden and huge? Near the horizon, moonlight passes through more of the atmosphere, which scatters the blue light and leaves warm oranges and golds. The “bigger” look is an optical illusion, because our brain compares the Moon to nearby trees and rooftops.

Hunter’s Moon, Beltane and the Southern Hemisphere

Why you’ll see “Hunter’s Moon” online

Many websites call this the Hunter’s Moon. The name comes from Northern Hemisphere tradition. It is the first Full Moon after the Harvest Moon, when, in autumn, the bright moonlit evenings were used for hunting and preparing food stores for winter.

Here in the south, our seasons are turned around. We are in late spring, a time of blossom, growth and lengthening days rather than harvest and storing. So while “Hunter’s Moon” makes sense in England or Canada, it doesn’t really match what is happening outside our own windows. There is no single official Southern Hemisphere name, so you are welcome to choose a name that reflects your own garden and landscape.

A Taurus Moon on the eve of Beltane

In the Southern Hemisphere Wheel of the Year, Beltane is celebrated around 31 October to 1 November, which is just days after this Full Moon. Beltane is the old Celtic fire festival marking the peak of spring and the beginning of the light half of the year. It is a celebration of fertility, flowers, abundance and the joy of being alive in a body.

There is a lovely symmetry here. In the Northern Hemisphere, Beltane falls on 1 May, when the Sun is in Taurus. This year, for us in the south, Beltane arrives with the Moon in Taurus. The earthy, Venus-ruled energy of Taurus has always been woven through Beltane: flower crowns, hawthorn blossom, honey, fresh milk and the simple pleasure of warm earth underfoot.

The Astrology of the Taurus Full Moon

A gentle note: astrology is a symbolic language for reflection, not a science, and it isn’t a substitute for health care. We use the Moon here as a monthly invitation to pause, check in and reconnect with the seasons.

 

The astrological phase at a glance

Placement	What it traditionally represents
Full Moon in Taurus (≈2°46′)	The body, the senses, rest, nourishment, security, values, patience and pleasure
Sun in Scorpio (≈2°45′)	Depth, transformation, intimacy, emotional honesty and letting go
Taurus ruler: Venus	Love, beauty, comfort, worth and what we value. Venus is retrograde this month, an invitation to revisit what and whom we value
Scorpio rulers: Mars and Pluto	Courage, intensity, power, endings and rebirth
Element and mode	Earth (Taurus) opposite Water (Scorpio); both fixed signs, which carry the energy of persistence and holding steady
Key aspect	Sun and Moon both square Pluto in Aquarius, adding intensity and themes of control, power and deep change
Mercury	Mercury begins its retrograde in Scorpio just before this Full Moon, traditionally a time to review, reflect and slow down rather than rush
Traditional body association	Taurus is traditionally linked with the throat, neck and voice in medical astrology

 

What the Taurus Full Moon asks of you

Taurus is the bull: strong, patient and deeply connected to the earth. It loves good food, soft fabrics, fresh flowers, a warm bath and a slow Sunday. In astrology, Taurus reminds us that the body is not something to push through. It is home.

A Full Moon is a time of culmination, clarity and release. Under this Taurus Moon, you might notice:

•      Your body asking for rest. Tiredness that has been ignored for weeks may suddenly feel impossible to push past.

•      Questions of worth and value. Is your time, energy and care going to the things that truly matter to you?

•      A pull towards comfort. Taurus loves pleasure, and that is healthy. The question is whether your comforts are truly nourishing you.

•      Stubbornness or resistance to change. Taurus is a fixed sign, and the square to Pluto can show where you are holding on out of fear.

•      Tension in the throat, jaw and neck. These are the traditional Taurus areas, and they often hold the words we haven’t said.

The Taurus–Scorpio axis: holding on and letting go

Every Full Moon is an opposition, with the Sun on one side of the sky and the Moon on the other. This month the axis runs between Taurus (“what is mine, what keeps me safe”) and Scorpio (“what I share, what I must release”).

In clinic I often see people who are holding on very tightly. They might be holding on to routines that once helped but now exhaust them, to roles they have outgrown, or to the belief that resting is something they have to earn. This Moon offers a gentle middle path. Hold on to what truly nourishes you, and loosen your grip on what you have been carrying out of habit or fear.

Venus and Mercury retrograde: a time to review, not rush

Venus, the ruler of Taurus, has been retrograde since early October. Mercury begins its own retrograde in Scorpio just before this Full Moon. In traditional astrology, these retrograde periods are seen as times to look back. They can be a time to revisit relationships, spending, routines and old patterns, rather than launching anything brand new.

You don’t need to fear retrogrades. Simply let them be a nudge to slow down, double-check the details and give yourself a little more time before making big decisions.

Taurus in the body: the throat, neck and voice

In medical astrology, Taurus has long been linked with the throat and neck. In late spring, many of us notice this area anyway. Hay fever can bring scratchy throats, stress can tighten the jaw and shoulders, and long days of talking, caring and coordinating can leave the voice tired.

That is why this month’s herbal allies include soothing, Venus-ruled herbs like elderflower, along with grounding, calming herbs to support rest. If you have a sore throat that lasts more than a few days, difficulty swallowing, a lump in your neck, or any symptom that worries you, please see your GP.

October is also Menopause Awareness Month. For many women in midlife, a Taurus Moon’s message of rest, nourishment and listening to the body lands especially close to home. If that is you, you deserve care that is personal and unhurried.

Herbal Allies for the Taurus Full Moon

Nicholas Culpeper’s 1653 Complete Herbal linked each plant with a planet and sign, a system that shaped Western herbal tradition for centuries. We don’t prescribe by astrology in clinic, but these old associations are a beautiful way to connect with the plants and the turning of the seasons.

Taurus is ruled by Venus, so this month brings together three Venus herbs of the earth (elderflower, lady’s mantle and burdock) and three herbs of steadiness and rest (linden, chamomile and ashwagandha).

Elderflower (Sambucus nigra)

Part used: Flowers (dried)   |   Evidence: Traditional use

History and folklore. In his 1653 herbal, Nicholas Culpeper wrote that the elder tree is “under Venus”, the planet that rules Taurus. Across northern Europe, the elder was home to the Elder Mother- known in Danish folklore as the Hyldemoer- and it was customary to ask her permission before cutting a single branch. Generations of families have made elderflower cordial and elderflower “champagne” from the creamy, honey-scented blossoms, and here in the Central Tablelands elder bushes start flowering in late spring, right around this Full Moon.

Traditionally used to support. Elderflower is traditionally used to support healthy upper respiratory function, comfort during seasonal hay fever, and the body’s natural cooling response when you feel feverish. Taurus is traditionally linked with the throat and neck, which makes elderflower a natural fit for this Moon, especially in pollen season.

Full Moon medicine. The Elder Mother teaches a very Taurean lesson: ask, receive gratefully and take only what you need. Abundance and respect belong together.

Safety note: Use the flowers only. Raw or unripe elderberries, along with the leaves, bark and stems, should not be eaten. Seek advice before use if you take diabetes medication, diuretics or immune-suppressing medication, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. If you forage, be completely sure of your identification.

 

Lady’s Mantle (Alchemilla vulgaris (syn. A. xanthochlora))

Part used: Aerial parts   |   Evidence: Traditional use

History and folklore. Culpeper wrote that “Venus claims the herb as her own”. Its pleated, cloak-shaped leaves were said to resemble the mantle of the Virgin Mary, and its botanical name Alchemilla means “little alchemist”. Medieval alchemists collected the pearls of dew that gather in its leaves at dawn, believing them to be the purest water for their work. It grows happily in cool-climate gardens, including the Blue Mountains and the Tablelands.

Traditionally used to support. Lady’s mantle is one of the classic women’s herbs of European tradition. It is traditionally used to support healthy menstrual cycles and to support the body’s tissues with its gentle, toning astringency. Because October is also Menopause Awareness Month, it is a lovely herb to remember for women moving through the changes of midlife. If that’s you, please seek personalised advice rather than self-prescribing.

Full Moon medicine. Lady’s mantle reminds us that gentle care is a form of strength. It holds what is precious, just as its leaves hold the morning dew.

Safety note: Not recommended during pregnancy. Lady’s mantle is high in tannins, so take it at least two hours apart from iron supplements or medications. Please speak with your practitioner if you have heavy, painful or irregular bleeding, so that the cause can be properly checked.

 

Burdock (Arctium lappa)

Part used: Root   |   Evidence: Traditional use

History and folklore. Culpeper wrote that “Venus challengeth this herb for her own”. Burdock is the most earthy of herbs: a long, deep taproot that anchors the plant firmly in the soil. In Japan the root is eaten as a vegetable called gobō, and in Britain “dandelion and burdock” has been a traditional drink since the Middle Ages. Burdock even changed modern life. The way its burrs clung to his dog’s coat inspired Swiss engineer George de Mestral to invent Velcro in the 1940s.

Traditionally used to support. Burdock root is traditionally used in Western herbal medicine as an “alterative”, an old term for herbs that support the body’s natural elimination processes. It is particularly associated with healthy skin and comfortable digestion. Its earthy, slightly sweet taste is very Taurus.

Full Moon medicine. Taurus is the sign of the bull, and burdock is its herb of roots. It asks where you need to slow down, settle in and let yourself be held by the earth.

Safety note: Avoid burdock if you are allergic to plants in the daisy family. Seek advice first if you take diabetes, blood-thinning or diuretic medication, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Always buy from a reputable supplier, as wild-harvested burdock root has historically been confused with toxic plants.

 

Linden (Lime Flower) (Tilia × europaea / T. cordata)

Part used: Flowers with bracts   |   Evidence: Traditional use

History and folklore. The linden tree, called the lime tree in Britain and unrelated to the citrus fruit, stood at the heart of countless European villages. People danced, held court, made promises and fell in love beneath its heart-shaped leaves. In Ovid’s Metamorphoses, the devoted elderly couple Philemon and Baucis are transformed at the end of their lives into an oak and a linden, growing side by side forever. Bees adore its honey-scented blossoms.

Traditionally used to support. Linden flower is traditionally used to support calm, a settled nervous system and restful sleep, and to gently support the heart and circulation during times of tension. In France, a cup of tilleul after dinner is still a much-loved evening ritual.

Full Moon medicine. Linden is the herb of loyal, steady love: loyalty to others and to yourself. It is exactly the Venus-ruled devotion Taurus understands.

Safety note: Generally well tolerated as a tea. Linden may add to the effects of sedative medication. Seek advice first if you have a heart condition or take heart or blood pressure medication, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

 

Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla (syn. M. recutita))

Part used: Flowers   |   Evidence: Traditional use + clinical research

History and folklore. Chamomile is one of the oldest herbs in the Western tradition. It is generally thought to be one of the plants named in the Anglo-Saxon Nine Herbs Charm, and the ancient Egyptians are said to have honoured it for its sun-like flowers. Gardeners once called it the “plant’s physician”, believing that ailing plants recovered when chamomile grew beside them. In Beatrix Potter’s The Tale of Peter Rabbit, Peter’s mother gives him a dose of chamomile tea after his adventures in Mr McGregor’s garden.

Traditionally used to support. Chamomile is traditionally used to support calm, restful sleep and comfortable digestion, especially when stress shows up in the stomach. Small clinical studies have explored chamomile for mild anxiety with encouraging results, though larger trials are still needed.

Full Moon medicine. Chamomile brings the Taurus gift of simple comfort: a warm cup, a soft blanket and permission to rest.

Safety note: Avoid chamomile if you are allergic to plants in the daisy family. It may interact with blood-thinning and sedative medications. Seek advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or take any regular medication.

 

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)

Part used: Root   |   Evidence: Traditional use + clinical research

History and folklore. Ashwagandha has been valued in Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years as a rasayana, a rejuvenating herb. Its Sanskrit name translates roughly as “smell of the horse”. This refers both to the earthy scent of the root and to the strength and stamina of a stallion it was said to bring. The species name somnifera means “sleep-bringing”, which gives a lovely clue to its traditional use.

Traditionally used to support. Ashwagandha is traditionally used to support healthy resilience to stress, steady energy and restful sleep. Several small clinical studies have explored ashwagandha for stress and sleep, with encouraging results. It is best used under professional guidance, because it is a stronger herb than the teas above.

Full Moon medicine. Ashwagandha embodies the strength of the bull, which is grounded, patient and steady rather than rushed. Rest is Medicine, and ashwagandha honours that.

Safety note: Not suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Seek professional advice first if you have a thyroid or autoimmune condition, or take thyroid, sedative, immune-suppressing, diabetes or blood pressure medication. There have been rare reports of liver injury, so stop taking it and see your GP if you notice yellowing skin or eyes, dark urine or unusual tiredness. Ashwagandha is not included in our tea recipe.

 

Grounded Heart Taurus Moon Tea

This is a soft, honey-scented, flower-filled tea made for a slow evening. Elderflower and rose bring the Venus touch, linden and chamomile help you settle, and a small piece of cinnamon adds Taurean warmth and comfort. It is lovely to sip during your ritual or before bed.

Ingredient	Amount (makes 2 cups)
Dried elderflower	2 teaspoons
Dried linden (lime) flower	2 teaspoons
Dried chamomile flowers	1 teaspoon
Dried organic rose petals or buds	1 teaspoon
Cinnamon stick	A small piece, about 2 cm (optional)
Freshly boiled water, just off the boil	500 mL
Optional	A teaspoon of local raw honey, stirred in once cooled slightly

 

Method

1.      Warm your teapot or a large mug with a little hot water, then tip it out.

2.     Add the flowers and cinnamon. Take a moment to notice their colours and scent, because Taurus is the sign of the senses.

3.     Pour over the just-boiled water and cover the pot or mug to keep the delicate aromatics in your cup.

4.     Steep for 8–10 minutes.

5.     Strain, add honey if you like, and sip slowly, ideally with your feet on the ground.

Tea safety: This blend is designed as a gentle, occasional seasonal tea for healthy adults. Please check with your GP or a qualified Medical Herbalist first if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, take blood-thinning, sedative, diabetes, heart or blood pressure medication, or are allergic to plants in the daisy family (chamomile). Not suitable for children or pets without professional advice.

A Root and Release Ritual for the Taurus Full Moon

This ritual blends Taurus grounding with Scorpio release, and plants a little spring hope for Beltane. Allow about 20- 30 minutes on Monday evening as the Moon rises, or on any evening this week when you can find some quiet.

You will need

•      A green, pink or white candle in a safe holder

•      Your Grounded Heart Taurus Moon Tea

•      Paper and a pen

•      A small pot of soil and a seed suited to your garden at this time of year (calendula, basil, sunflower or chamomile are lovely choices)

•      A smooth stone that fits in your palm (optional)

The ritual

1.      Ground. Go outside if you can, and stand or sit with your bare feet on grass or earth. Light your candle. Take five slow breaths, imagining roots growing down from the soles of your feet into the cool soil.

2.     Come to your senses. Taurus lives in the body, so gently notice five things you can see, four you can hear, three you can feel, two you can smell and one you can taste. Then take your first sip of tea.

3.     Name what you treasure. At the top of your page, write “What I hold dear” (Taurus). List the people, places, practices and simple pleasures that genuinely nourish you.

4.     Name what you’re ready to release. Below that, write “What I can let go of” (Scorpio). Include the habits, worries, roles or expectations you have been carrying out of fear, guilt or habit. Be honest and be kind.

5.     Choose one. Circle a single thing from your release list. Hold your stone (if you have one) and imagine that weight flowing out through your hands into the stone, then down into the earth.

6.     Plant a promise. Press your seed into the soil and, as you do, name one thing you would like to grow in its place, such as more rest, more pleasure or more honesty. Water it gently. Over the coming weeks, tend it as a reminder of your intention.

7.     Seal it. Place your hand on your heart and say quietly: “I am rooted. I am worthy of rest. I keep what nourishes me and release what does not.”

8.     Close gently. Snuff out your candle (never leave it unattended), finish your tea, and let the evening be slow.

If a ritual stirs up big feelings, that’s okay. Be gentle with yourself, and reach out to someone you trust or a counsellor if you need support.

Journal Prompts for the Taurus Full Moon

•      Where in my body am I holding tension right now, and what might it be trying to tell me?

•      What does true rest look like for me, as opposed to collapsing when I’m exhausted?

•      Which comforts genuinely nourish me, and which ones just help me get through?

•      What am I holding on to because it feels safe, even though it no longer fits?

•      What do I truly value, and does my calendar reflect that?

•      What words have been sitting in my throat, waiting to be spoken?

Including Your Dog in the Taurus Full Moon

Dogs are natural Taureans in many ways. They love routine, good food, a warm spot in the sun and the comfort of being close to the people they love. A grounded Full Moon evening can be a lovely shared ritual.

•      Enjoy a slow, sniffy moonlit walk together on Monday evening. Sniffing is wonderfully calming for dogs.

•      Spend some unhurried time together on the grass. Gentle brushing or a calm cuddle can be grounding for both of you.

•      Late spring is the season for grass seeds, ticks and snakes, so check paws, ears and coat after walks, and keep to clear paths at dusk.

•      Keep candles well out of reach of curious noses and wagging tails.

•      Please don’t share your herbal tea with your dog. Dogs process herbs differently to us, and suitable herbs and doses vary widely.

Vet first, always: if your dog seems anxious, unsettled or unwell, please speak with your vet first. Once your vet has checked your dog over, a Medical Herbalist experienced with animals can work alongside them if gentle herbal support is appropriate.

Safety First: Using Herbs Wisely

Herbs are gentle, but they are genuinely active medicines, and that is exactly why they deserve respect. Please speak with your GP or a qualified Medical Herbalist before using herbs if you:

•      are pregnant, trying to conceive or breastfeeding

•      take any prescription medication, especially for your heart, blood pressure, blood sugar, thyroid, mood or sleep, or blood-thinning or immune-suppressing medication

•      have a chronic health condition, an autoimmune or thyroid condition, kidney or liver concerns, or upcoming surgery

•      have known plant allergies, especially to the daisy family

•      are choosing herbs for a child or an animal

The information in this article is general and educational. It is not a substitute for personalised advice from your healthcare practitioner.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the October 2026 Full Moon in Australia?

The Full Moon peaks at 3:12pm AEDT on Monday 26 October 2026. That is 2:12pm AEST in Queensland, 2:42pm ACDT in South Australia, 1:42pm ACST in the Northern Territory and 12:12pm AWST in Western Australia. Because the peak is in the afternoon, the best time to see it is Monday evening, when the Moon rises in the east at around 7:30pm.

What star sign is the October 2026 Full Moon in?

The October 2026 Full Moon is in Taurus, at about 2°46′, opposite the Sun in Scorpio. In astrology, the Taurus-Scorpio axis is traditionally associated with the balance between holding on and letting go, and between what is yours and what is shared.

Is the October Full Moon the Hunter’s Moon in Australia?

Hunter’s Moon is a Northern Hemisphere name for the first Full Moon after the Harvest Moon, which falls in autumn there. In the Southern Hemisphere we are in mid-to-late spring. This Full Moon arrives just days before the southern festival of Beltane (around 31 October to 1 November). There is no single official Southern Hemisphere name for it.

What does a Full Moon in Taurus mean spiritually?

In astrology, a Taurus Full Moon is traditionally associated with the body, the senses, rest, nourishment, security and the things you value most. With the Sun in Scorpio, it also invites you to release what you have been holding on to out of fear rather than love. Astrology is a symbolic framework for reflection rather than a science.

Which herbs are associated with a Taurus Full Moon?

Taurus is ruled by Venus. Traditional herbals link Venus with herbs such as elder, lady’s mantle and burdock. Calming, grounding herbs such as linden, chamomile and ashwagandha are lovely companions for this restful, earthy Moon.

What is Mercury retrograde, and does it affect this Full Moon?

Mercury retrograde is an optical effect in which Mercury appears to move backwards across the sky. Astrologers traditionally treat it as a time for reflection, reviewing and slowing down. Mercury begins its retrograde in Scorpio just before this Full Moon. Astrology is symbolic, so it is not something to fear, but it can be a helpful nudge to double-check details and avoid rushing.

Can I drink the Full Moon tea if I am pregnant or taking medication?

Please check with your GP, midwife or a qualified Medical Herbalist first. Elderflower, linden and chamomile can interact with some medications and conditions, and herbal needs change during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Can I share herbal tea with my dog?

No, please don’t share human herbal teas with your dog. Dogs process herbs differently, and suitable herbs and doses vary widely. Always speak with your vet first. If herbal support is appropriate, a Medical Herbalist experienced with animals can then work alongside your vet.

Final Thoughts

This late-spring Full Moon asks very little of us, and perhaps that is its gift. In a season that can feel full and fast, Taurus reminds us to slow down, come home to our bodies, and remember that rest is not a reward we earn but something we need, like water and sunlight. With the Scorpio Sun opposite, it also gently asks what we are ready to stop carrying.

The plants are here to help us hold that balance. Elderflower, lady’s mantle and burdock bring the earthy wisdom of Venus, soothing, tending and rooting us. Linden, chamomile and ashwagandha help us to settle, soften and restore. As Beltane approaches and the land bursts into flower, may we let ourselves bloom too, slowly and steadily, in our own good time.

May this Taurus Full Moon root you deeply in the earth and in your own body, wrap you in the comfort you truly need, and give you the courage to gently release whatever no longer nourishes you. May you remember that you are worthy of rest, of pleasure and of care.

Blessed Full Moon.

Running on empty, or struggling to switch off? If your body has been asking for rest and you’re not sure where to start, you don’t have to work it out alone. At Inner Peace, we take the time to listen, then create a personalised plan using herbal medicine, nutrition and lifestyle support, for you and for your four-legged family too. Book a consultation at innerpeacehealth.com.au or call 0490 335 602.

About the Author

Michelle Ringin is a Medical Herbalist (NHAA Member #155639), Nutritionist and Weight Management Practitioner with over 14 years of clinical experience. She runs Inner Peace Holistic Herbal Therapy & Weight Management Clinic in Lithgow, NSW, where she supports people and their dogs with personalised herbal medicine, nutrition and lifestyle care. Healing, Naturally. Together.

 

References and Further Reading

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2.     Braun, L. & Cohen, M. (2015). Herbs and Natural Supplements: An Evidence-Based Guide (4th ed.). Elsevier Australia.

3.     Culpeper, N. (1653). The Complete Herbal. London.

4.     Hoffmann, D. (2003). Medical Herbalism: The Science and Practice of Herbal Medicine. Healing Arts Press.

5.     Mills, S. & Bone, K. (2005). The Essential Guide to Herbal Safety. Churchill Livingstone.

6.     Amsterdam, J.D. et al. (2009). A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of oral Matricaria recutita (chamomile) extract therapy for generalized anxiety disorder. Journal of Clinical Psychopharmacology, 29(4), 378–382.

7.     Chandrasekhar, K., Kapoor, J. & Anishetty, S. (2012). A prospective, randomized double-blind, placebo-controlled study of safety and efficacy of a high-concentration full-spectrum extract of ashwagandha root in reducing stress and anxiety in adults. Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine, 34(3), 255–262.

8.     Langade, D. et al. (2019). Efficacy and safety of ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) root extract in insomnia and anxiety: a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study. Cureus, 11(9), e5797.

9.     Cafe Astrology (2026). Full Moon on October 26, 2026: lunation degree and aspects.

10.  Geoscience Australia. Astronomical information: Moon phases and rise and set times.

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