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| | From:  Fae_Kay (Original Message) | Sent: 2/16/2008 2:05 AM |
Magickal Herbs Lavender What is Lavender? Scientific and medicinal info Lavender flowers grow in purple spikes atop tall stems, and are common in household gardens. Sandy or even rocky soil will support lavender well. A lavender infusion can be used to relieve the itch of insect bites or to help heal small cuts and bruises. The small flowers have a subtle flavour to them and are sometimes used in baking, teas or other cooking as seasoning. Also Known As .... Other names | Latin: Lavendula officinalis
Common Names: Elf leaf, nardus
| | | | Magickal Properties Using lavender in rituals | While chamomile is ingested to utilize its calming properties, lavender is simply inhaled. The strong scent of lavender is recognized by aromatherapists and Pagans alike to calm the nerves and help encourage restful sleep. Lavender blends well with chamomile in herbal dream pillows. The ancient Romans used lavender often in baths and perfumes, mainly for the wonderful scent rather than the magickal attributes. The flowers are used in magick, for love, peace, friendship and sometimes protection. Showing its Mercurial side, lavender is also good for encouraging mental abilities, concentration and communication. I find it helps to focus my mind before mediation. Carrying a small charm bag with lavender is a good way to use its energy, but as with other potent herbs, the smell may be too obvious.
| | | | More Correspondences Other properties Planet: Mercury
Element: Air
Associated Deities: Hecate © 2003 About, Inc.
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| | | From: Fae_Kay | Sent: 2/16/2008 2:05 AM |
Magickal Herbs Class: Heather What is Heather? Scientific and medicinal info Heather is an evergreen shrub that grows all over Northern Europe, and is associated with the moors of Scotland and England. The spikes of flowers come in white, pink, red and purple. Medicinally, teas made from heather flowers is a diuretic and could be used to treat urinary infections. Heather is related to the rhododendron. Also Known As .... Other names Latin: Calluna vulgaris
Common names: Scot's heather, heath
| | | | Magickal Properties Using heather in rituals | Heather is used in weather magick, often with fern. Burning the two herbs together can attract rain, or simply wetting them and sprinkling drops of water onto the ground. Another ritual use for heather is to call positive spirits and energy. You can also carry heather flowers for good luck and protection. If you are doing rituals for initiation or self-dedication, you might want to include heather blossoms. They are associated with beginnings and self-discovery. Heather can also bring peace to a home or between 2 people when there is conflict. In the Celtic Ogham alphabet, the letter U (ura) is associated with heather.
| | | | More Correspondences Other properties Planet: Venus
Element: Water
Associated Deities: Isis Disclaimer: No information within this newsletter should be considered medical advice. Please do further research or check with a physician before using any of these herbs in a medical fashion. © 2003 About, Inc. | | |
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| | | From: Fae_Kay | Sent: 2/16/2008 2:06 AM |
Magickal Herbs Yarrow from Terri Paajanen What is Yarrow? Scientific and medicinal info Yarrow is often considered a weed, and can be found growing along roadsides and in empty fields. The leaves are fine and almost feathery, and the white flowers grow in umbrella-shaped clusters. The dry flowers were once used to heal wounds and to staunch blood flow. When brewed as a tea, yarrow can help reduce the symptoms of cold and flu. The leaves and flowers have a bitter and pungent flavour. Also Known As .... Other names Latin: Achillea millefolium
Common Names: Hundred leaf grass, milfoil, seven year love, woundwort, thousandseal, old man's pepper, devil's nettle
| | | | Magickal Properties Using yarrow in rituals | Yarrow flowers are used in rituals involving love, courage or healing. Hanging a bundle of dried yarrow flowers over the honeymoon bed is a traditional charm to ensure a long and loving marriage. If you are trying to re-establish contact with long-lost friends or relatives, encorporate yarrow into your spells to draw their attention to you. Carrying yarrow flowers with you will help give you courage and dispel fear. A small charm bag with yarrow might be handy before giving a speech, or going to a job interview. In myth, yarrow was the plant that Achilles used to heal the wounds of his soldiers. The latin name (Achillea) for yarrow comes from this story.
| | | | More Correspondences Other properties Planet: Venus
Element: Water, Air
Associated Deities: Venus © 2003 About, Inc. | | |
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| | | From: Fae_Kay | Sent: 2/16/2008 2:06 AM |
Magickal Herbs Vervain from Terri Paajanen What is Vervain? Scientific and medicinal info Vervain is a perennial plant, with small mauve flowers that bear no scent. The flowers bloom in a spike at the top of the stems. Vervain is sometimes used as a tea to promote sleep and stimulate the liver. This herb should not be taken internally during pregnancy, as it will stimulate the uterus. Also Known As .... Other names Latin: Verbena officinalis
Common names: Herb of grace, Juno's tears, pigeon grass
| | | | Magickal Properties Using vervain in rituals | Vervain has many mystical properties, and is often used in blends for divination, dream magick and prophesy. I always thought it was a good compliment to use with mugwort. It can also be used to promote creativity and help get your muse working again. In Egyptian mythology, when Isis wept over her dead husband Osiris, vervain sprung up where her tears fell. Vervain has been a sacred herb to the ancient Celts and Romans, and was often used on altars. It was believed that vervain would protect against headaches and snake bites. The flowers and leaves are used in magick and rituals.
| | | | More Correspondences Other properties Planet: Mars, Venus
Element: Earth
Associated Deities: Diana, Isis, Cerridwen © 2003 About, Inc. | | |
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| | | From: Fae_Kay | Sent: 2/16/2008 2:07 AM |
What is Patchouli? Scientific and medicinal info Patchouli is very aromatic both fresh and dried. It grows about 3 feet tall and is a tropical perennial. The flowers bloom in a spiked formation, and are white or light purple. Though a common herb amongst Pagans, patchouli is not often used in the medicinal arena. The essential oil can be used on the skin as an insect repellent. Also Known As ..... Other names Latin: Pogostemon cablin
Common Names: Pucha pot Magickal Properties Using patchouli in rituals Patchouli has a deep and dusky smell that clearly marks it as an herb of the Earth. It's a perfect herb for any rituals that involve sensual love, lust or passion. Patchouli can also be used for spell-breaking, fertility, money or protection as well Though patchouli works well in sachets or pouches, you may not want to create a spell where you need to carry it with you. The smell will be quite noticeable. But if you like the smell, a bit of the essential oil on the skin can help you attract a mate. Money spells that use patchouli and green candles are very powerful. I've had success with such spells myself. Patchouli is sometimes considered a substitute for 'graveyard dirt' because of it's heavy earthy smell. Graveyard dirt is an ingredient in some Voodoo or Santerian magick. Chopped pieces of stems and the leaves are used in magick More Correspondences: Other properties Planet: Pluto, Saturn
Element: Earth
Associated Deities: Gaia, Pan © 2003 About, Inc. |
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| | | From: Fae_Kay | Sent: 2/16/2008 2:07 AM |
What is Carnation? Scientific and medicinal info Carnation flowers are as popular as roses in cut bouquets, but they can last for weeks once cut. Carnations grow in low shrubs, and are native to the Mediterranean area. These plants are quite hardy and have a clove-like aroma when fresh and growing. Colours range from white to many shades of pink, red and yellow. Also Known As .... | Other names Latin: Dianthus carophyllus Common Names: Gilliflower, Jove's flower, sops-in-wine, pinks, pagiants Magickal Properties Using carnation in rituals Carnation is not as common an herb for spellcraft as the others we've looked at so far. At least not on it's own. Carnation is frequently used in herbal or oil blends. Carnation is usually used in oil form for healing, strength and blessings. The oil can be used for general candle annointing as well. Traditionally, red carnation blossoms represent unrequited love, pink blossoms mean deep love and white carnations stand for purity and chastity. Carnations are also representative of motherhood, and legend has it that pink carnations bloomed where Mary's tears landed when Jesus was cruxified. More Correspondences Other properties Planet: Sun
Element: Fire
Associated Deities: none Disclaimer: No information within this newsletter should be considered medical advice. Please do further research or check with a physician before using any of these herbs in a medical fashion. | | © 2003 About, Inc. these are all re-printed with permissions |
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