As we know plant and trees have been around since the beginning of time, and are an essential part of our food chain. Plants have also been used for centuries for other reasons, including creating perfumes and scents, decorations and furnishings, clothing, and also for their medicinal, healing and protective qualities.
Witchcraft in general, is a spiritual practice involving the use of natural energies to assist in one accomplishing a task or reaching a desired goal in life. The energies of plants have been utilised in witchcraft and wiccan practice for centuries.
Historically, green witches were those whom lived apart from the general population, and were known for their abilities to heal others. People would often travel to see the green witch for assistance with physical health issues, or ailments. The green witch would concoct potions or elixirs derived from the plants and trees surrounding their dwelling. These days, witches of all kinds still use plants, herbs and trees as the basis of their craft, however, they may be living right next door to you in an inner city apartment, and have a regular nine to five office job.
Herbs come in Masculine and Feminine energies. This help to know when you need a specific intention or spell done. As it helps amplify the magic.
It’s not often known that herbs are also ruled by planets and elements either and this also helps with connecting for your spell.
Herbs come in Masculine and Feminine energies. This help to know when you need a specific intention or spell done. As it helps amplify the magic.
It’s not often known that herbs are also ruled by planets and elements.
Such as Dandelions, it can be used in it’s entirety so leaves, stems, flowers and roots are all used in different ways for medicinal purposes.
The Flower has an antioxidant property. The leaves are used to stimulate the appetite and help digestion.
Dandelion greens, in particular are a great source of vitamins and minerals such as Vitamin A,C and K.
It is a Masculine plant that is ruled by Jupiter and is the element of Air.
So it can be made into tea, coffee or even to send a message to a loved one by blowing at the seed with intention.
Hibiscus is another herb used for its powers. Red hibiscus flowers are brewed into tea for its lust-inducing powers.
The Hibiscus blossoms have also been used in love incenses and sachets to protect new marriages and bring in self love. Which makes sense as it is Ruled by Venus and the Element of Water.
How amazing are Herbs that they can help us with so many things. The Cunningham’s Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs has so much information on the magic of herbs.
We have the power to help ourselves and others with simple Herb use.