Mother, stock and dosage bottles describe stages in flower-essence preparation. They are lineage and dilution terms—not measures of herbal concentration.
Flower, gem and environmental essences are symbolic or vibrational preparations distinguished by their source and intention—not by measurable herbal strength.
Many tinctures may be swallowed directly or diluted in water. The product label, plant, concentration and personal tolerance matter more than a universal rule.
Gelatin and vegetable capsules can both deliver supplements effectively. The better choice depends on dietary requirements, certification, formulation and storage.
A 10:1 herbal extract ratio describes how much starting plant material was used to make a quantity of extract—but it does not prove potency or effectiveness.