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Herbs botanicals metaphysical meanings

Herbs & Botanicals, fresh, dried & essential oils

This is an excerpt of Herbs, botanicals fresh, dried and essential oils and thier metaphysical meanings is from 'The Busy Goddess's Hand Book' ©2004, TX 6-016-037, ISBN 0-9725065-0-0, all right reserved.

Herbs can be used in many forms; fresh, dried, or as an essential oil. When using fresh or dried simply burn in a charcoal burner, place in sachet, or scatter around the alter. Before using any herbs internally by ingesting directly in food or using in a tea, always make sure that the herb can be used internally from your supplier.

Fresh or dried, herbs can always be rubbed between the palms or fingers to release the aromatic healing properties, try this with lavender, pine, or rosemary. Essential Oils shouldn't be put directly onto the skin due to irritations. When using essential oils dilute them by placing a few drops into a small container of almond or grape seed oil. A diluted mixture can be rubbed on the skin, used in massage or put in a diffuser. Herbs in all states can be made into satchels and worn around the neck to protect, heal and transform.

Allspice Berry, sense enhancing, spicy, aphrodisiac

Amyris, See Sandalwood

Angelica Root, treat colic, gas, indigestion, hepatitis, and heart burn, anchoring, restorative, strengthening, used for depression.

Anise, energizing, toning, deodorant

Aniseed, used for any cramping, indigestion, or digestive problems, not internally, and for spasmodic coughs

Arjowan, good for circulation and muscular problems.

Armoise, See Mugwort

Basil**, invigorates body & spirit: helps concentration, nerve tonic deodorant, soothing agent, insect repellent, muscle relaxant

Bay Leaf, aphrodisiac

Benzoin tincture, soothes, stimulates, comforts and warms, protects skin against chapping or cracking.

Bergamot, treats nausea, vomiting, cold and flu, acne, coughs, fevers, tension, stress, and depression, brings money and success, calming, balancing, refreshes, good for confidence building, uplifts spirit and emotions

Birch, Sweet, effective on arthritic and muscular pain stimulants circulation

Birch, White, soothing agent, muscle relaxant, clear skin and helps with psoriasis and eczema, removes toxins and boosts circulation.

Black Current Seed & Bud, the seed oil has been used in PMS

problems, berry is high source of Vitamin C.

Black Pepper, stimulates and tones, spicy, muscle relaxant, aphrodisiac

Bois De Rose, See Rosewood

Cade, used for lice and parasite skin irritations on animals, also used in perfumery for men, proving once again that men are animals!

Cajaput, improves mood, increases resistance to infections, soothing, stimulating, energizing

Calamint (catnip), crack for cats, just say yes!!! uplift mood, improve mental clarity and alertness, pain reduction, use for colds, flu, fever, upset stomach, insomnia

Calendula, for skin infections, wounds, rashes, bites and inflammations. Also used for hemorrhoids and rheumatism

Camphor*, for oily or spotty skin, cold sores, insect repellent, disinfectants, deodorants, balancing, stimulating, toning, cooling, aphrodisiac, muscle relaxant

Cananga, calming, uplifting, euphoric, relax the muscles, anti-depressant qualities, balancing, deodorant, skin conditioner

Caraway, love potions, helps circulation and intestinal problems, increases breast milk, caugh remedies, stimulating, muscle relaxant

Cardamom Seed, aid to digestion, stimulating, toning, spicy, muscle relaxant, skin conditioner, soothing agent

Carnation, uplifting aphrodisiac, also great for when one is down

Carrot seed & root, muscle relaxant, soothing agent, skin conditioner, aphrodisiac

Cascarilla Bark, great for meditation and stress reduction, widely used in commercial products

Cassia, See Cinnamon Bark

Cassie, rheumatic symptoms and for chest ailments.

Castor, an analgesic, clears blackheads and dandruff.

Catnip, See Calamint

Cedar Leaf, calming, deodorant, astringent, soothing agent

Cedarwood**, balancing, grounding, energizing, woodsy, antiseptic, skin conditioner, deodorant, insect repellent, soothing agent

Chamomile, meditation, muscle relaxant, soothing agent, skin conditioner, balancing, aphrodisiac, brings wealth, attributes the Sun God worship

Cinnamon (Bark & Leaf) See Cassia, anti-inflammatory agent, stimulating, energizing, antiseptic, abundance, prosperity

Citronella, deodorizer, insect and cat repellent, soothing citrus skin conditioner

Clary Sage**, soothes, relaxes and warms balancing, calming, well being, skin toner conditioner, astringent, soothing agent, aphrodisiac, muscle relaxant, induces dreams

Clove (Bud, Leaf & Stem), good for gums and tooth aches, stimulating and energizing,

Clove Pink, See Carnation

Coffee, stimulant use with caution

Comfrey, healer for wounds, burns, sores and bruises effective remedy for coughs, ulcers, healing broken bones, sprains and asthma, carried in pocket insures safe travel and good luck

Copaiba, good for circulation and lungs

Coriander, warming, stimulating, muscle relaxant, deodorant, soothing agent, aphrodisiac

Cornmint, clears air passages, speeds metabolism, refreshing, reviving, energizing, and sharpens the senses

Cubeb, improve digestion, clear out the sinus, used for aches and pains

Cumin, treats mental or physical exhaustion

Cyperus (Cypriol) aids digestion, insect repellent.

Cypress, stimulating, insect repellent, antiseptic, astringent, deodorant, soothing agent, skin conditioner

Dragons Blood, used to stop bleeding, menstrual irregularities, put in satchel to bring back loved one

Echinacea, antibiotic, builds immune system, good for lymph nodes, used to treat cancer

Elder***, internal cleanser and flu fighter, antiseptic, used in ritual scattered in the 4 directions to bring protection

Elecampane, helps with depression and breathing problems

Elemi, stimulates the immune system, expectorant, good for asthmatics, meditation and assists sleeping, decreases envy, egotism and crossed love

Eucalyptus, antiseptic, stimulating, good for chest colds, deodorant, antiseptic, soothing agent, skin conditioner, insect repellent

Evening Primrose, great for eczema good for PMT, slows the production of cholesterol

Eyebright, stimulates liver to remover toxins, used internally or externally for eye infections, used to also increase clairvoyance and vision

Fennel*,**, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, soothing agent, muscle relaxant, good for firming cellulite

Fenugreek, antiseptic, expectorant, kills infections in lungs, add seeds to mop water to bring money into house

Fir Needle, great for contacting the Norse gods and winter solstice, honor the green man

Frankincense, relieves menstrual pains, rheumatic aches used in liniments, antiseptic properties clears and blesses spaces, sooths and aids meditation, brings riches to ones life, grounding, anoints magikal instruments

Galangal, stimulating stress reducer

Galbanum, balances, tones, skin conditioner, muscle relaxant

Gardenia, uplifting scent that brings back past life memories

Geranium, balances mind body and emotions, soothing, helps PMS

Ginger, spicy, aphrodisiac, astringent, great for colds and flus,

heats up passion in love spells and assures success

Gingko Biloba, treats memory loss, head injuries, tinnitus, circulatory problems, cardiac system, impotence, asthma, allergies, treats alzheimer's in early stages

Ginseng, helps body overcome all forms of illness, lower blood pressure, increase endurance, good for depression and sex

Goldenrod, treats bee stings, calming, meditation, increases communication

Goldenseal, used for pregnant women and as an antiseptic, clears bloodstream and eliminates infection in the body, enables liver to recover

Grapefruit, energizing soothing agent, astringent, skin conditioner, reduces cellulite

Hawthorn, treats insomnia, prevents miscarriage, heart ailments, nervousness carried in sachets ensure good fishing, fertility rituals and protecting home from storms

Hazel, See Witch Hazel

Heather, suppresses cough and aids sleeplessness, guards against rape and violent crime

Helichrysum (Italian Everlasting or Immortelle), anti-depressant, air fresher, clears chest and sinuses, relieves aches, pains and menstrual cramps

Holly, protection and decoration

Hops, calming, treats insomnia, deep sleep aid, induces dreams, mild pain reliever

Hyssop*, alertness and clarity of thought, treats colds and flu, herpes

Immortelle, See Helichrysum

Italian Everlasting, See Helichrysum

Jasmine**, makes happy, antiseptic, uplifting, balancing, aphrodisiac, emollient, soothing agent, release stress and anxiety, use during delivery induces labor, attracts love and money

Juniper**, clears uric acid from the body, cleanses the psyche, energizing astringent, skin detoxifier, deodorant, soothing agent

Lavender**, protects balances and soothes, muscle relaxant, skin conditioner, astringent, aids in sleep, heightens sexual desire in men, brings strength and courage, helps the carrier see spirits

Lemon Balm, See Melissa

Lemon Verbena, uplifting, revitalizing, promotes mental clarity and alertness

Lemon, cleanses, refreshes, antiseptic, soothing agent

Lemongrass, refreshing, cleansing antiseptic, insect repellent, skin conditioner, soothing agent, muscle relaxant, deodorant

Lime, energizing, uplifting soothing agent, astringent, skin conditioner

Linden Blossom, calming and stress reduction and used in nerve tonic

Liquid Amber, See Styrax

Litsea Cubeba, aids digestion and promotes deep sleep

Lovage, (Love Parseley) eases bloating and flatulence, aphrodisiac

Mandarin, digestive system, calming, soothing agent,astringent, skin conditioner

Mandrake**, stimulants glands, used for skin problems, digestion, and chronic liver diseases powerful protection and promotes fertility, cures impotency.

Manuka, See Tea Tree

Marigold, tagetes anti-fungal, good foot deodorant, treats headaches, earaches, reduces fevers, clairvoyance, attracts and helps one see the fairies.

Marjoram, Spanish & Sweet**, after-Sports Rub, good for insomnia, antiseptic

Massoia Bark*, improved circulation

Melissa, soothing and uplifting

Menthe Pouliot**, minty toning, stimulating

Mimosa, anti-depressant and anti-inflammatory, muscle relaxant, soothing agent, skin conditioner

Monarda, stress reduction, substituted for black tea during the Boston Tea party era

Mugwort, balancing, stimulating, energizing, toning, anchoring, strengthening, promotes psychic powers, balances female cycle, induces vivid dreams and deep sleep, use in dream pillows

Myrrh**, centering, meditation, vision work, insect repellent, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory agent, emollient

Myrtle, meditation, clears sinuses, helps breathing, soothing agent, astringent, skin conditioner, muscle relaxant

Neroli, reduces stretch marks, aids confidence, reduces stress and tension, stimulating, balancing, uplifting, good for performance anxiety

Niaouli, strong antiseptic good for boils, acne, use as chest rub for colds

Nutmeg, promotes good digestion, promotes dreams and restful sleep

Orange, restores and uplifts the spirits, brightens complexion, astringent

Oregano, relieves aches & pains, helps digestion and mental clarity, increases endurance

Osmanthus, antidepressant, sedative, relaxing stress reducer

Palmarosa, uplifting, aids clarity, insect repellent, skin conditioner, emollient, muscle relaxant

Parsley Seed, diuretic treats urinary tract problems

Passionflower, hyperactivity, insomnia, Parkinson's, nervous tension, eye infections and strain, calms troubled household

Patchouli, dysentery, diarrhea, colds, vomiting and nausea, aphrodisiac, sensual oil that can ward off negativity and evil

Pennyroyal**, removes gas, stimulates proper blood flow during menstration, heals the pelvis area, prevents weariness during travel, restores harmony in all sorts of relationships

Peppermint**, quick energy, uplifting and stimulating

Periwinkle, treat skin problems, dermatitis, eczema and acne, it restores memory when carried in sachet

Petitgrain, restores, uplifts, cleanses, deodorant

Pine, stimulates, refreshes, deodorant

Plantain, clears mucous from the body, neutralize poisons, treats lungs, stomach ulcers, diarrhea, bladder infections, wounds, guards against evil spirits

Poppy, pain, insomnia, nervousness, chronic coughs, seed-pods are used in prosperity and fertility charms

Queen Anne's Lace, gallstones, kidney stones, water retention, strains and sprains

Ravensara Anisata (and R. Aromatica), clears sinus and breathing, relieving menstral cramps, aches and pains

Rose**, queen of oils, emotionally soothing, balancing, a uterine tonic and aids in contractions during childbirth, induces labor

Rosemary*,**,***, protects and charms, antiseptic, muscle relaxant, soothing agent, skin conditioner, helps concentration, and energizes

Rosewood, balancing, good anti-depressant

Rue**, expectorant of poisons from snakes, scorpions, spiders or jellyfish, used in sachets and amulets to ward off illness

Saffron**, heart disease, build-up of cholesterol, soothes membranes of the stomach and colon, cleanses hands before rituals, heals, used to induce clairvoyance

Sage*, **, relieves excess mucous buildup, eases mental exhaustion, strengthens concentrating, cleanses protects and purifies, helps with digestive and menstrual disorders, burned in sacred space it consecrates the area

Sandalwood, calming relaxation, sedative, digestive troubles (esp. due to tension), dry skin assists in meditation, woodsy erotic aphrodisiac, antiseptic, emollient, soothing agent, astringent, insect repellent, skin conditioner, helps meditation

Saw Palmetto, used for all wasting diseases, reproductive glands and organs, enlargeds prostate, for the mucous membranes and lungs, treats bronchitis and asthma

Scullcap, food for the nerve, it relieves all chronic and acute diseases that affect the nerves, regulates sexual desires, lessens epilepsy, insomnia, menstrual cramps, reduces fevers, brings peace, tranquility and relaxation.

Senna, effective laxative, used as a cleanser during a fast, used in love sachets.

Slippery Elm, neutralizes stomach acids, boosts adrenal glands, draws out impurities and heals entire body, respiratory system, burns, skin cancers, poison ivy and wounds, burned to stop gossip

Solomon's Seal, tuberculosis, diabetes, wasting diseases, kidneys, healer of broken bones, protection sachets and incenses, exorcisms and cleansing mixtures.

Spearmint, vitalizing, energizes mind and body, facial steaming, insect repellent, emollient, astringent, soothing agent, muscle relaxant, used in incenses and sachets to aid in healing lung diseases and other afflictions

Spikenard, anti-inflammatory, promotes sleep, reduces stress

Squawvine, beneficial in childbirth, strengthens uterus, prevents miscarriages and relieves congestion of the uterus and ovaries, antiseptic for vaginal infections

St. Johnswort, treating bronchitis, internal bleeding, anti-depressant, euphoric, mental clarity, reduces menstrual cramps

Star Anise, See Aniseed

Styrax, reduces lymphatic deposits, mood enhancing, removes cellulite

Tangerine, sweet tangy aroma, astringent, uplifting, energizer

Tarragon, relieve aches, pain, menstrual discomfort, improve mental alertness and clarity, energizing

Tea Tree, powerful antiseptic, strong disinfectant, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, good for acne, cold sores, warts, and burns, place in vaporizer to kill germs, insect repellent, antiseptic

Thyme** (sweet), communicate with spirit world, disinfectant, energizing, stimulating, toning, deodorant, antiseptic, burnt to fumigate magikal rooms

Uva Ursi**, urinary tract, kidney and bladder infections, diabetes, returns womb to natural size prevents infection of the womb after childbirth, added to sachets it increase psychic powers

Valerian, relaxes, treats insomnia, tranquilizer, nervous tension, strengthens heart, lower blood pressure, IBS, menstrual cramps and muscle spasms, gets fighting couples back together, used in love and purification baths

Vanilla, emollient, aphrodisiac

Vervain**, treat liver diseases, exhaustion, fatigue, fever, insomnia, depression, asthma, post-natal, malaria, dysentery, congestion, painful or irregular menses, increases mother's milk flow, pain reliever, used in cleansing incenses and baths, burned to attract wealth and in pillows to prevent nightmares

Vetivert (Vetiver), meditation, emollient, balancing, grounding

Violet, calming, balancing soothing agent, skin conditioner, carried in satchet with rose makes powerful love charm

Wild Carrot, See Queen Anne's Lace

Wintergreen**, cleansing

Witch Hazel, insect bites, burns, bleeding wounds, hemorrhoids, and varicose veins, stops bleeding from internal organs, treats bronchitis, flu, coughs and stomach ulcers, used as a mouthwash for conditions of the mouth and throat, and for bleeding gums, forked twigs are used for divining, heals broken hearts and cools passions when carried

Wormwood, all digestive tract disorders, liver and bladder ailments, promotes menstruation, eases menstrual cramps, burned to raise spirits, eases divination and clairvoyance

Yarrow**, used for chest infections, digestion and menstrual problems, stimulates and regulates the liver, blood purifier, heals the glandular system, contraceptive, diabetes, cold, flu, fevers, toothache, gum ailments, stops internal and external bleeding during childbirth, used to keep couples together past 7 year itch, and hence is used in love sachets given to newlyweds

Ylang Ylang, perfume, aphrodisiac, soothing and relaxing

Zanthoxylum, assists in restful sleep, uplifting, reduces stress and nervous tension

*Avoid if epileptic
**Avoid if pregnant
***Avoid if you have high blood pressure

Always research extensively before using any herbs internally

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