Common Herbal Correspondences

Introduction

Herbal correspondences are essential in crafting magickal oils, incense, teas, and potions. These herbs carry specific energies that align with various intentions, deities, and elemental forces.

Common Herbs & Their Magickal Correspondences

Herb	Magickal Uses	Element	Planet
Basil	Protection, Love, Wealth	Fire	Mars
Bay Leaf	Manifestation, Success, Wisdom	Fire	Sun
Chamomile	Peace, Sleep, Prosperity	Water	Sun
Cinnamon	Success, Passion, Power	Fire	Sun
Clove	Protection, Banishing, Clarity	Fire	Jupiter
Eucalyptus	Purification, Healing, Clarity	Air	Moon
Frankincense	Spirituality, Protection, Clarity	Fire	Sun
Garlic	Protection, Banishing, Purity	Fire	Mars
Ginger	Passion, Power, Prosperity	Fire	Mars
Lavender	Calm, Sleep, Purification	Air	Mercury
Mint	Wealth, Healing, Clarity	Air	Mercury
Patchouli	Abundance, Fertility, Lust	Earth	Saturn
Peppermint	Energy, Purification, Clarity	Air	Mercury
Rose	Love, Beauty, Healing	Water	Venus
Rosemary	Protection, Memory, Purification	Fire	Sun
Sage	Cleansing, Wisdom, Protection	Air	Jupiter
Thyme	Courage, Health, Protection	Air	Venus
Yarrow	Divination, Courage, Healing	Water	Venus

Using These Herbs

Herbs can be used in a variety of ways depending on their properties and your intent. They can be infused into oils, burned as incense, incorporated into spellwork, or carried as charms. Below are a few practical examples of how to use herbal correspondences effectively:

• Protection Oil: Blend Rosemary, Garlic, and Basil in a carrier oil and anoint doorways, tools, or yourself for added protection.
• Love Incense: Combine Rose, Lavender, and Vanilla to attract love and harmony when burned during rituals or meditation.
• Healing Sachet: Fill a small pouch with Chamomile, Peppermint, and Eucalyptus and place it under your pillow or carry it for restorative energy.
• Prosperity Spell Jar: Layer Cinnamon, Clove, and Bay Leaf in a small jar, sealing it with green wax to invite abundance.

Final Thoughts

Understanding herbal correspondences is a fundamental aspect of magickal and spiritual practice. Each herb carries unique energies and associations that can enhance spells, rituals, and healing work. Whether you are crafting potions, creating charms, or simply seeking a deeper connection with nature, working with herbs allows you to tap into the wisdom of the Earth.

To make the most of your herbal practice, consider keeping a herbal grimoire or materia magica journal to record your experiences, observations, and personal connections with each plant. This will deepen your relationship with herbal energies and refine your understanding over time.

For those looking to expand their knowledge, exploring traditional herbal lore, phytotherapy, and ethnobotany can provide valuable insights into both the magickal and medicinal uses of plants.

Herbs are living allies in the practice of magick, offering their power and wisdom to those who seek them. Honor them, learn from them, and let their energies guide you in your spiritual journey.

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