Key indications
Cherry Plum may suit you if you recognise several of these:
- Fear of doing something dreaded or irrational
- Uncontrolled outbursts of temper or crying
- Intrusive, frightening thoughts
- Feeling on the edge of a breakdown
The positive potential
Taken over time, Cherry Plum helps you move from fear of losing control of your mind or actions toward calm, balanced thinking under extreme strain. Flower remedies work gently and gradually; most people notice the shift within a few weeks of consistent use.
How to take Cherry Plum
- From a treatment bottle: add 2 drops of the remedy (4 drops for Rescue Remedy) to a 30 ml dropper bottle of water and take 4 drops from it at least 4 times a day.
- Directly: 2 drops on the tongue or in a glass of water, sipped through the day.
- Globules: 3–4 medicated globules under the tongue, 3–4 times a day.
- There is no fixed course length — continue until the feeling has settled, then stop. Flower remedies are non-habit-forming and safe alongside other medicines.
This is general guidance. For a remedy picture matched to your situation, book a consultation with one of our practitioners.
Shop Cherry Plum and related remedies
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Aspen Bach Flower Remedy
For fear without a face. Aspen suits vague apprehension you cannot explain — a sudden dread, unease in a room, waking alarmed by nothing in particular. Supports inner security in the face of the unknown. Available as liquid or pills.
Cherry Plum Bach Flower Remedy
For fear of losing control. Cherry Plum suits the feeling of being close to breaking point — afraid of what you might do or say if you let go. Available as liquid or pills.
Mimulus Bach Flower Remedy
For fears you can name. Mimulus suits the everyday, identifiable anxieties people carry quietly — speaking in public, the dark, illness, a difficult phone call. Supports quiet courage and the ability to go ahead anyway. Available as liquid or pills.
Red Chestnut Bach Flower Remedy
For worry about the people you love. Red Chestnut suits anxious concern for family — imagining the worst when someone is late, unable to rest until they are safely home. Supports caring without fear. Available as liquid or pills.
Other fear remedies
Shop all fear remedies →Frequently asked questions about Cherry Plum
- What is Cherry Plum used for?
- Cherry Plum is the Bach flower remedy for fear of losing control of your mind or actions. It belongs to Dr. Edward Bach's "Fear" group and supports a shift toward calm, balanced thinking under extreme strain. It is chosen according to how you feel rather than any physical symptom.
- How do I take Cherry Plum?
- Add 2 drops of Cherry Plum to a 30 ml dropper bottle of water and take 4 drops from it at least 4 times a day. You can also take 2 drops directly on the tongue, or 3-4 medicated globules under the tongue 3-4 times a day. There is no age restriction and no dietary restriction.
- How long does Cherry Plum take to work?
- Most people notice a shift within a few weeks of consistent use. Acute states can settle within days, while long-standing patterns are usually worked with over several weeks or months. There is no fixed course length — continue until the feeling has settled, then stop.
- Can Cherry Plum be taken with other remedies or medicines?
- Yes. Cherry Plum can be combined with other flower remedies — practitioners commonly use six or seven together — and it is non-habit-forming and safe alongside prescribed medicines. Flower remedies are a complementary practice and do not replace medical treatment.
