Herb List for Magickal Uses. Remember that the use of herbs in witchcraft can vary based on tradition, intention, and personal preference. It's important to research and understand the properties and potential side effects of any herbs you choose to work with, as well as to use them responsibly and ethically.
The Mystical Herbarium - Under Construction!
Acacia
Acacia: Acacia senegal
AKA: Arabic Gum
PROTECTION
- Psychic powers
- Protects from evil
- Used to break hexes
- Use in money and love spells
Aconite
Aconite: (Aconitum napellus) *Toxic*
AKA: Monkshood, Wolfbane
PROTECTION
- Toxic - do not get on skin
- Can be used to wash ritual tools and space
- Can be worn as an amulet to protect from energy vampires
Acorn
Acorn
GOOD LUCK, PROTECTION, WISDOM, PERSONAL POWER
Can be used as an amulet for youthfulness
Adam & Eve Root
Adam & Eve Root: Aplectrum hyemale
*Toxic*
AKA: Puttyroot
LOVE, HAPPINESS
- Carry two roots to attract love. One lover carries the Eve Root and the other lover carries the Adam Root to keep love true and faithful
Adder's Tongue
Adder's Tongue: Erythronium americanum
AKA: Dogtooth Violet
DIVINATION, LUNAR MAGIC, HEALING, DREAMS
- Apply to wound for healing
- Stops gossiping and slander
African Violet
African Violet: Saintpaulia ionantha
SPIRITUALITY, PROTECTION
- Grow these flowers in your home to promote spirituality and protection
Agrimony
Agrimony: Agrimonia eupatoria
PROTECTION, SLEEP
- Can be used to overcome fear and dispel negative energy
- Used to reverse spells and break hexes
- Ensures restful sleep
Ague
Ague: Aletris farinosa
AKA: Ague Root, The Unicorn Root
PROTECTION, HEX BREAKING, WARDING OFF EVIL
- Sprinkle Ague around the home to ward off evil
- Wear as an amulet for protection
- Use in hex breaking and uncrossing rituals
Alder
Alder: Alnus spp.
DIVINATION, WEATHER & WIND MAGIC
- Can assist with teaching, decision making, poetry, music, and art
- Can be used in death rituals to provide protection for the deceased
Alfalfa
Alfalfa: Medicago saliva
AKA: Lucerne, Buffalo Herb, Purple Medic
PROSPERITY, ANTI-HUNGER, MONEY, LUCK
- Keep Alfalfa in a jar at home to protect from poverty or hunger
- Burn Alfalfa and scatter ashes where needed to do the same
Allspice
Allspice: Pimenta dioica
AKA: Jamaica Pepper
MONEY, LUCK, HEALING
- Burn to attract money or luck
- Use in herbal baths to promote healing