HERBS

here I put up some Herbs which are often used in the worlds of Faerie Magick, which I am still studying and I hope I never finish, and always discover new things..*giggle*..anyhow, here are some important herbs: TREES *Hawthorn* Hawthorn, also known as the Witches Tree, is one part of the sacred triad of trees that are said to be sacred to the faery. Oak, Ash and Thorn, when growing naturally together, create a place where it is easy to see the Fae. Hawthorns were once believed to be transformed bodies of Witches, who had shapeshifted into free form. It is more likely that the Spirit seen in the Hawthorn was that of a dryad or a tree Fae, but of course you can never be sure. *Oak* Legend tells us that 'Faery folks are in the oaks'. Oak trees are believed to provide safe havens and homes for many varieties of Faeries. *Apple* The bark of apple trees or the fruit ethemselves have the power to transport a true-hearted seeker to the Otherworld. Burn the bark as an offering to the Good Folk on Midsummer Eve. Also used in Faery love spells. Cut an apple open to reveal a five pointed natural star. HERBS & FLOWERS *Bluebells* Said to attract Faeries to dance in your garden (i should get some). On Beltane, make an ankle bracelet of Bluebells and Jingle bells to attract helpful Fae folk to you. *Clover* A sacred Faery plant, clovers of all kinds will attract them. Lay seven grains of wheat on a fourleafed clover to see the Faery. *Elderberry* Used to make Faerie Wine, these berries can be burned on a fire to invite the Good Fae folk to a gathering. Make a homemade brew of elderberry wine and you are sure to have some thirsty visitors..It is said that if a human drinks the wine, she will be able to see the Fae. If a human should drink elderberry wine from the same goblet as a faery being, he will be able to see them forever after.. *Elecampagne* Also known as Elfswort. This root can be scattered around the home to attract Sidhe. it can be added to any Magick spell or to invoke the Faerie blessing. *Foxglove* The source of the modern heart drug Digitalis, foxclove can have seriously dangerous results if taken internally. DO NOT INGEST! instead, plant foxglove near your front door to invite the Faery in. Put a dried sprig of foxglove in a talisman to keep you surrounded in faery light. *Heather* Heather is said to ignite Faery passions and open portals between their world and our own. Make an offering of Heather on Beltane eve to attract good Fae to your garden. *Lilac* The sweet scent is said to draw Fae spirits to your garden. Lilac and promises for Midsummers eve will please them. *Mistletoe* The most sacred herb of the Druids. Mistletoe is a magickal activator. In fary spells, use a dash of Mistletoe taken on Summer solstice to empower your workings with Faery Magick. *Milkweed* Both monarch butterflies and faeries like milkweed. If this is planted in a Witches garden, the fey will always be in the area. The silky tassels of the Milkweed pods can be added to a dream pillow to not only make it softer but also to make you dream of faeries. In the Autumn when the pods are bursting and the fluffy seeds are flying across the fields, a wish is granted for each seed that can be caught and then released again! *Peony* Peony seeds were once used to protect children from Faeries. A garland of the seeds were placed around the child's neck to keep them safe from kidnapping. In this day and age with Faery contact so close to us, and that we are so eager to make a contact, I don't think anyone would want to use this Anti-Faerie herb. *Poppies* Said to invoke the faerie into your dreams. make a dream pillow of fresh popies to entice the Fae to your dreams. *Primrose* When planted in a garden or hung dried on the front door, primroses will attract the company of Faeries. If you have them growing under your care, do not let them die! The Fae Folk will be deeply offended by the carelessness. Primroses are great in container garders. Tie a pink ribbon around your container of primroses while chanting: "Sacred rose, hear my cry, for your protection, this I tie" Main Page 2 of Herbs