Thornapple, an American plant, has a whole host of nick names, including, but not limited to, Devil's apple, Devil's trumpet, Mad apple, Sorcerer's Herb, Witches Thimble and Yerba del Diablo (Herb of the Devil). Another legend associates it with the saliva of Cerberus, the decidedly intimidating three headed hound of Hell, who guarded the gateway to the underworld. When you think of witchcraft, this is perhaps the first plant that springs to mind, such is the nature of the lore associated with it. Visit someone you've missed. Often portrayed as the triple goddess, Hecate is the goddess of magick and witchcraft, of those who’ve passed through the veil, necromancy, as well as the crossroad. When the leaves become ragged-looking, allow the roots to take the energy and then gather some in the fall for winter decoctions to keep the body in balance. Unlike many of the rest of the herbs mentioned so far in this article, Wolfsbane is from the ranunculaceae family and is extremely poisonous. The Opium Poppy, Papaver somniferum, is the famous and notorious precursor of our modern drug, Morphine, as well as the herb behind the development of the Victorian drug, Laudanum, a tincture made from opium poppy. In Pliny's era, it was used to induce sleep and deaden pain before surgical procedures, and it was also made into a wine to give on a sponge to those about to be executed. Throughout the history of mankind, we have told fairy tales and myths and legends featuring fantastic creatures, gnarled witches, spooky forests and epic quests. In order to avoid the lethal screams, a dog would be tied to the plant and urged to pull it up, using raw meat to encourage the dog's movement. It’s also a lovely addition to dream pillows. I also grow spearmint, chocolate mint, peppermint, lemon balm, various oreganos (yes, they’re considered mint), and years ago, I used to grow pineapple mint which was heavenly when the wind blew just so. As Sterckx (2002) observes, "The use of dog sacrifices at the gates and doors of the living and the dead as well as its use in travel sacrifices suggest that dogs were perceived as daemonic animals operating in the liminal or transitory realm between the domestic and the unknown, danger-stricken outside world". Mandrake also has a legendary reputation as a fertility aid, as well as increasing the sex drive. And wishes…we cannot forget the wishes. The thornapple is a member of the Solanaceae family, as are Henbane, Mandrake and Belladonna, and like Henbane, it has unusually shaped, toothed leaves and a strong, unpleasant smell. Shamanically, the herb has been used to facilitate communication with the spirit world, possibly because it causes a certain amount of lucid dreaming and hallucinations. The huge root that generated much of the lore associated with this plant is gnarled and substantial, sometimes reaching as deep as 3 feet below the ground. No exceptions. She’ll appreciate your kindness and bless you in return. Whether used in trancework or to smudge an area, mugwort is useful in love spells, ritual purification, and dreamwork. In a sense, all herbs are transitional, moving our bodies from one state to another, gently, and sometimes not so gently, transforming our mind, body, and Spirit. 264 f., and notes, 275–277, ii. Aconite, more commonly known as Monkshood or Wolfsbane, is an extremely poisonous perennial, sometimes grown as a garden ornamental for its rather attractive hooded blueish purple flowers. But above all, don’t forget a cup of mint and chamomile tea in the evening for a lovely herbal end to the day. Rohde, i. The plant was another of the infamous ingredients of the traditional 'witch's flying ointment' as the juice when applied to the skin provides a tingling sensation, followed by numbness. Hang a garlic braid by the door as a natural protection talisman and don’t forget to leave an offering at the crossroads in the event that Hecate passes by. She is variously associated with crossroads, entrance-ways, night, magic, witchcraft, knowledge of herbs and poisonous plants, ghosts, necromancy, and sorcery. Folklore surrounding this herb mentions that the plant was used in wreaths to crown the souls of the dead when they descended to Hades. All' ei tis humôn en Samothraikei memuemenos esti. She’s often accompanied by a large black dog and is well-versed in plants, both medicinal and poisonous. Typically enough, this is another of the herbs that has a double edged reputation � in this case, it can both deter demons and summon them. In her moon-goddess aspect, she is often part of a trinity with Selene and Diana/Artemis. While spinning them, they call out unintelligible or beast-like sounds, laughing and flailing at the air. Don't sleep in. To the best of my knowledge, all the images used in this article are non copyright and public domain. It is associated with Hecate, Cerberus and Medea, and probably by extension with Cerridwen as another of the Crone / Witch associated Goddesses. These are the herbs traditionally associated with Hecate, Goddess of Night and Death, Crone of wisdom and change. Antiphanes, in Athenaeus, 313 B (2. This is another of the strange and ominous plants that can grant hallucinations and out of body experiences when ingested or if the body is annointed with a paste of the herb. 647. They are the plants that grow outside the gingerbread cottage, that are often ruled by Saturn and Mercury � chancy planets, which rule plants that can have unpredictable effects. Already we begin to see the dangerous connections that this herb has! I may earn from clicks, subscriptions, and/or purchases that readers may be interested in pursuing. 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The words an author writes are sacred. Witch, Empath, Herbalist, Author, Reiki Master, Kenpo Black Belt, Beekeeper, and Goddess Blessed, As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. [Diviners] spin this sphere and make invocations. She holds, and shares, the knowledge of all healing modalities and the uses of plants. Think about them for a moment. An herb of Jupiter, dandelion promotes prosperity, leadership, justice, and understanding. William Gordon Holmes, The play Plutus by Aristophanes (388 BCE), line 594 any translation will do or. Phoenix, 24(4), 283–295. It is used to treat some nervous conditions, in particular Parkinsons disease and delirium. Perhaps not the most intelligent idea as it caused glaucoma in the long run! "Many have been caught by the obvious resemblance of the Gr. Mugwort is as prolific as comfrey, which means you never want this plant to flower. Volume 1 � The Garden of Hades; Tina Tarrant; Capall Bann � Somerset, Herb Craft : A Guide to the Shamanic & Ritual use of Herbs; Susan Lavender & Anna Franklin; Capall Bann � Somerset, Plants of Mystery and Magic - Michael Jordan; Cassell & Co � London, Pharmako/Poeia: Plant Powers, Poisons & Herbcraft- Dale Pendell; Mercury House � San Francisco, Pharmako/Dynamis � Dale Pendell; Mercury House � San Francisco, Pharmako/Gnosis � Dale Pendell; Mercury House � San Francisco. Hecate possesses infernal power, roaming the earth at night with a pack of red-eyed hell hounds and a retinue of dead souls. 1910191078, This page was last edited on 3 November 2020, at 14:39. Minor Shrines in Ancient Athens. In larger doses it can kill very easily so its best not to use it, and to leave it up to a qualified herbalist to prescribe this plant. Belladonna � 'beautiful woman'. The root is lovingly dug in the Spring and Fall and the leaves and flower are gathered throughout the summer months.
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