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Incense for Physical and Emotional Health and Healing

Any incense used for the purpose of health and healing should only be used as an adjunct to other methods. If you are prepared to use incense in this way, you will probably have an awareness of altern...

Games of Chance Incense

1 /2 part dragon’s blood resin 2 parts gum mastic resin 1 part frankincense resin This incense could be used, for example, when you wish to try your luck and place a bet.

Improve Luck Incense

1 part rosemary 1 /2 part dragon’s blood resin 1 /2 part musk root 1 /2 part sandalwood Few drops of rose oil Few drops of musk oil

Good Luck Incense

1 /2 part dragon’s blood resin 1 /2 part mistletoe 1 part cascara 1 part linden

Good Luck in Life Incense

1 /2 part musk root 11 /2 part rose 1 /2 parts red clover 1 /2 part galangal root Few drops of rose oil

Greater Success Incense

11 /2 parts sandalwood 1 /2 part sarsaparilla 1 /2 part motherwort 1 /2 part quassia Few drops of jasmine oil

Success Incense 3

1 /4 part frankincense resin 1 /2 part sweet woodruff 11 /2 parts vetivert 1 /4 part angelica 1 part sandalwood

Success Incense 2 

1 /4 part mistletoe 1 /2 part marigold 1 /2 part sunflower 1 /4 part onion 1 part sandalwood

Success Incense 1

1 /2 part basil 1 /2 part bay 1 part cedar 1 /2 part oak

Riches and Favours Incense 2

2 parts benzoin resin 1 part wood aloe 1 /2 part peppermint 1 /2 part clove

Riches and Favours Incense 1

2 parts benzoin resin 1 /2 part clove 1 /2 part pepperwort

Increased Wealth Incense

2 parts frankincense resin 1 part cinnamon 1 part nutmeg 1 /2 part clove 1 /2 part ginger 1 /2 part mace

Wealth Incense

1 part nutmeg 1 /2 – 1 part pepperwort 1 pinch saffron

Prosperity Incense

1 part frankincense resin 1 /2 part cinnamon 1 /4 part nutmeg 1 /2 part balm

More Money Incense

3 /4 part cinnamon 1 /2 part dragon’s blood resin 11 /4 parts cascara

Money Incense 2

11 /4 parts lavender 1 /4 part camomile 1 /4 part comfrey 1 part red clover 1 /4 part acacia

Money Incense 1

1 part basil 1 part cinquefoil 1 /2 part hyssop 1 /2 part galangal

Knowledge and Wisdom Incense 2

1 part Solomon’s Seal 1 /4 part benzoin resin 1 /2 part vervain 1 /2 part cloves 1 /2 part bay

Gain Knowledge and Wisdom Incense 1 

1 /4 part angelica 1 /4 part vervain 1 part sage 1 /2 part Solomon’s Seal

Financial Increase Incense

1 /4 part cucumber 3 /4 part allspice 1 part sunflower 1 /4 part saw palmetto 1 /2 part marigold This incense can be used when you are deliberately wishing to increase what you already have; that is, ...

Financial Gain Incense 2

1 /2 part star anise 1 /4 part poppy seed 1 /2 part mistletoe 1 /2 part juniper 1 part cherry

Financial Gain Incense 1

1 part lovage 1 part bay 1 /4 part cinnamon 1 /2 part meadowsweet

Determination Incense 3 

1 /2 part allspice 11 /4 parts St John’s Wort 1 /2 part southernwood 3 /4 part willow

Determination Incense 2 

1 part rosemary 1 part willow 1 part musk root Few drops of musk oil

Determination Incense 1

1 /2 part althea 1 /2 part camomile 1 part thyme 1 /4 part garlic

Recognition Incense

2 parts benzoin resin 1 part rue 1 part sandalwood This incense can be used when you feel your efforts should be recognized and rewarded.

Confidence Incense 2

1 part St John’s Wort 1 part thyme 1 /2 part oak 1 /4 part sweet woodruff

Confidence Incense 1

1 part rosemary 1 /4 part garlic 1 /2 part camomile 1 part musk root

Business Incense

2 parts benzoin resin 1 part cinnamon 1 part basil

Incense for Business

Business These first ten incenses are burnt when you wish to increase your personal portfolio and business acumen. Burning the confidence incenses, for instance, will help you to gain confidence, but ...

Incense for Business, Money, Prosperity and Success

After love incense, incense that can be used to bring about success in business affairs and finance are the ones that intrigue people most. On the quiet, many business people who use incense would con...

Release and Ending Incense 

1 /2 part bay 1 /2 part lemon balm 1 /4 part yarrow 1 /2 part pennyroyal 1 part willow Few drops of lemon balm oil Few drops of peppermint oil

Love Breaker Incense

1 /2 part vetivert 1 part patchouli 1 part lemongrass 1 /2 part mullein This incense can be used to aid the smooth break-up of a relationship.

End an Affair Incense

1 /4 part menthol 11 /2 parts willow 11 /2 parts lavender

Divorce Incense

1 /2 part frankincense resin 1 /2 part rue 1 /2 part allspice 1 /4 part marjoram 3 /4 part pennyroyal 1 /2 part yarrow 1 /8 part camphor resin 1 /2 part sandalwood

Break Off an Affair Incense

1 /4 part camphor 1 part slippery elm 11 /2 parts pennyroyal

Stay at Home Incense 

1 /2 part clove 1 /2 part allspice 1 /2 part deerstongue 1 part mullein 1 part sage

Fertility Incense 2

1 /2 part basil 1 /2 part dragon’s blood resin 1 /4 part holly 1 part pine 1 /4 part juniper berries Note: The following five incenses should be used carefully because it is not wise to try to influen...

Fertility Incense 1

3 /4 part allspice 1 /2 part fennel 3 /4 part star anise 1 part sandalwood

Conceive a Child Incense

1 /2 part mistletoe 1 part mandrake 11 /2 parts motherwort Few drops of strawberry oil

Virility Incense

1 /2 part holly 1 /4 part patchouli 1 /2 part savory 1 /2 part mandrake Few drops of civet oil 1 /4 part dragon’s blood resin 1 /2 part oak 1 /4 part musk root Few drops of musk oil

Marital Bliss Incense

1 part vanilla bean (ground) 2 parts wintergreen 1 part khus khus 1 part narcissus Few drops of wintergreen oil Burn this incense at night, just before you go to bed.

Fidelity Incense

1 /4 part basil 1 /4 part dragon’s blood resin 1 part red sandalwood 1 /2 part rosemary 1 part dogwood Few drops of honeysuckle oil

Physical Love Incense

3 /4 part damiana 1 /2 part yohimbe 1 /2 part musk root 3 /4 part cascara Few drops of bergamot oil Few drops of ambergris oil

Passion Incense

1 /2 part cranesbill 11 /4 parts cascara 1 /2 part savory Few drops of civet oil 1 /2 part musk root

Fiery Passion Incense

3/4 part yohimbe 1 /2 part cinnamon 1 1/4 part ginger root 1/2 parts damiana Few drops of ambergris oil

Increase Love Incense

1 /2 part benzoin 1 /4 part jasmine 1 part rose 1 /4 part patchouli 1 /2 part musk root 1 /2 part sandalwood Few drops of musk oil Few drops of civet oil Few drops of rose oil Few drops of jasmine oil...

Love Incense 6

2 parts sandalwood 1 /2 part basil 1 /2 part bergamot Few drops of rose oil Few drops of lavender oil Burn this incense to attract love, to strengthen the love you have and also to expand your ability...

Love Incense 5

2 parts sandalwood 2 parts benzoin resin 1 part rosebuds Few drops of patchouli oil Few drops of rose oil

Love Incense 4 

1 part violets 1 part rose petals 1/2 part olive leaves

Love Incense 3 

1 part patchouli Few drops of musk oil Few drops of civet oil Few drops of ambergris oil This incense makes the opposite sex more aware of you

Love Incense 2

2 parts dragon’s blood resin 1 part orris root (ground) 1 /2 part cinnamon 1 /2 part rose petals Few drops of musk oil Few drops of patchouli oil

Love Incense 1

1 part orris root (ground) Few drops musk oil 1 part sandalwood 1 part violet Few drops of gardenia oil

Draw and Strengthen Love Incense

2 parts sandalwood 1 /2 part basil 1 /2 part bergamot Few drops of rose oil Few drops of lavender oil

Attract Love Incense

1 /2 part cloves 1 part rose 1 /4 part saw palmetto 1 /2 part juniper Few drops of musk oil Few drops of rose oil 1 /2 part red sandalwood

Attract a Lover Incense

1 part lovage 1 1/2 part orris root (ground) 1 part lemon verbena 1/4 part patchouli Few drops of lemon verbena oil

Loving Friends Incense

1/2 part acacia 1 part rosemary 1/4 part elder 1/2 part frankincense resin 1 part dogwood

Lust, Love and Relationships

The idea of trying to influence someone else directly goes against the ethics of many practitioners and magicians. One must be very careful because incense prepared with the intention of trying to mak...

Protection Incense 5

2 parts frankincense resin 1 part copal resin 1 part dragon’s blood powder or resin

Protection Incense 4

1 part frankincense resin 1 part myrrh resin 1/2 part clove

Protection Incense 3

2 parts frankincense resin 1 part sandalwood 1 /2 part rosemary

Protection Incense 2

2 parts frankincense resin 1 part dragon’s blood powder or resin 1/2 part betony This incense is particularly potent when attempting to visualize the source of your problem

Protection Incense 1

4 parts frankincense resin 3 parts myrrh resin 2 parts juniper berries 1 part rosemary 1/2 part avens 1/2 part mugwort 1/2 part yarrow 1/2 part St. John’s Wort 1/2 part angelica 1/2 part basil This in...

Spirit Portal Incense

1/2 part cinnamon 1/2 part lavender pinch of wormwood

Spirits Depart Incense

2 parts fennel seed 2 parts dill seed 1/2 part rue

Psychic Protection Incense 4

1/2 part benzoin resin 1/4 part dragon’s blood resin 1/2 part frankincense resin 1/4 part camphor gum 1/2 part cassia 1/4 part patchouli 2 parts sandalwood Each ingredient in this incense is a resin

Psychic Protection Incense 3

1/4 part frankincense resin 1/2 part oregano 1/4 part lovage 1/2 part cloves 1/4 part ginger root (ground) 1/2 part sandalwood 1/4 part star anise

Psychic Protection Incense 2

1/4 part broom 1/2 part agrimony 1/2 part basil 1/4 part cranesbill 1 part vetivert 1/2 part oregano

Psychic Protection Incense 1

1/2 part elder 1 part cinquefoil 1/2 part bay leaves 1/8 part valerian

Stop Theft Incense

1/2 part dogwood 1/4 part caraway 1/2 part rosemary 1/4 part tarragon 1 part willow Few drops honeysuckle oil

Prevent Theft Incense

1 part ground ivy 1/2 part juniper 1/2 parts rosemary

Home Protection Incense

1/2 part frankincense resin 3/4 part sage 1 1/2 part basil 1 1/2 part mistletoe 1/4 part garlic (mix of dried and ground) 3/4 part rosemary 1/4 part rue 1 part sandalwood 1/2 part myrrh resin 1/2 part...

5 Resins Protection Incense

2 parts frankincense resin 1 part copal resin 1 part myrrh resin 1/2 part dragon’s blood resin 1/2 part gum arabic

10 Herb Protection Incense

2 parts frankincense resin 2 parts myrrh resin 1 part juniper berries 1/2 part rosemary 1/4 part avens 1/4 part mugwort 1/4 part yarrow 1/4 part St John’s Wort 1/2 part angelica 1 part basil

Rosemary Protection Incense

2 parts rosemary 1/2 part orris root (ground) 1 part basil 1 part frankincense resin

Pennyroyal Protection Incense

2 parts verbena or vetivert 1 part galangal 1 part pennyroyal 1/4 part rue 1/2 part cinnamon

Sandalwood Protection Incense

3 parts sandalwood 2 parts juniper 1 part vetivert

New Orleans Protection Incense

This is an incense often used in Hoodoo work. 2 parts myrrh resin 1/2 part bay leaves 1 part cloves 1 part cinnamon

Iron Protection Incense

This incense uses the ancient idea that iron will change a negative vibration. 1/4 part iron filings 1 part galangal root (powdered) Few drops of citronella oil

Total Protection Incense 

This incense creates quite a high vibration and protects on all levels of existence. 2 parts frankincense resin 1 part dragon’s blood resin 1/2 part wood betony

Protection Incense 3

1/4 part basil 1 1/2 part cinnamon 1/2 part rosemary 1/2 parts thyme 1/2 part sage 1/2 part star anise

Protection Incense 2

4 parts verbena 1 part galangal root (ground) 1 part peppermint 1 part cinnamon 1/2 part rue

Protection Incense 1

1/2 part bay leaves 1/2 part cloves 3/4 part oregano 3/4 part sandalwood

Peace and Protection Incense 

This can be used in both peace and protection spells and rituals 4 parts lavender 3 parts thyme 2 parts vervain 3 parts basil 1 part frankincense resin Pinch of rue Pinch of benzoin resin Few drops of...

Protection Incense

There are many ways of protecting both yourself and your own space by the use of incense. If you simply wish to protect against the intrusion of negative energies, it is probably best to use those inc...

Hearth and Home Incense

This incense should be burnt when you wish to create a safe, warm, loving home. 2 parts dragon’s blood resin 1/2 part juniper 1/2 part sassafrass 1/2 part orange flowers 2 parts myrrh resin 1/2 part r...

Domestic Tranquillity Incense

3/4 part sage1/4 part rue 1/2 part ground ivyFew drops of bayberry oil 1/4 part bayberry1/4 parts linden (lime)

Purification Incense 3

This is good for clearing your new home of old energies 3 parts frankincense resin2 parts dragon’s blood resin1 part myrrh resin1 part sandalwood1 part wood betony1/2 part dill seedFew drops of rose g...

Purification Incense 2

Leave the windows open to clear an atmospherequickly. 2 parts sandalwood1 part cinnamon

Purification Incense 1

Burn this incense with the windows open to clear adisturbed home after an argument, for instance 2 parts sandalwood1 part cinnamon2 parts bay1 part vervainpinch of salt

Uncrossing Incense

Use this incense when you feel you or your home hasbeen ‘cursed’ or you are under attack. 2 parts lavender1 part rose2 parts bay1 part verbena

Jinx-removing Incense

This incense can be used when you think someone isagainst you. 2 parts clove1 part deerstongueFew drops of rose geranium oil

Ending Negativity Incense

1 part marjoram1 part thyme1/2 part oregano 1/4 part bay leaves1/4 part cloves

Exorcism Incense

Burn this with the windows open. 3 parts frankincense resin1 part rosemary1 part bay leaves1 part avens1 part mugwort1 part St John’s Wort1 part angelica1 part basilBurn this incense with the windows ...

Clearing Incense

1 part frankincense resin1 part copal resin1 part myrrh resin1/2 part sandalwood

Banishing Incense

1 part bay leaves2 parts cinnamon1 part rose petals2 parts myrrh resinpinch of salt

Incense Blends

Banishing, Exorcism and PurificationAll the following incenses work on theprinciple that certain energies need to bebanished in order for the practitioner to workeffectively. The creation of peace, pu...

Incense Preparation

This is an accepted way of making incense, butyou do need to be patient. The art of blendingis highly skilled and your own experiments willshow you the best methods for you. If youknow your correspond...

Making and using Incense

Many of the herbs already discussed aresuitable for incense, if you wish to make yourown. You should choose your correspondencescarefully, according to your spell or ritual, andmay like to make incens...

The best method of using incense

The best method of using incense is to burn thegranular type on a charcoal disc. By this methodthe charcoal disc is lit and placed in a fireproofreceptacle. The incense is then piled onto theconcave s...

Incense Cones & Joss Sticks

Nowadays incense is most often encountered inthe form of joss sticks, which were introducedto the West in the 1960s by travellers to Indiawho brought them back with them. For shortrituals these work v...

Kyphi Incense

1 part myrrh resin1 part frankincense resin1 part gum arabic1 part Balm of Gilead buds1 part cassia or cinnamonFew drops of lotus oilFew drops of musk oil

Incense

As well as making use of herbs as plants,decorations and for healing, their most importantuse in magic was – and still is – in incense.Incense symbolizes the Element Air and thespiritual realms and ha...

Decorative bundle Smudges

If you don’t intend to burn the bundle thenthere are many other possibilities open to you.Bundles can be bound with colour, feeling andmeaning. Oils will add energy and aroma. Youcan use spices, fruit...

Information on Smudging

Smudge sticks are moved to where the fragrant smokeis needed. In rituals, you would use the cardinalpoints. Walk around slowly, wafting the smoke intothe corners of the room as you do so. (You may hav...

Making a Smudge Stick or Herb Bundle

The first thing to remember when you aremaking your own smudge sticks is that, as withany spiritual intent, be sure to wash and cleanseyourself – deliberately getting rid of anynegative energy in the ...

Smudge Sticks Wormwood

Wormwood In Native American cultureArtemisia spinescens is occasionally used forsmudge sticks. Artemesias, sometimes calledsage, belong to the wormwood family; they haveno connection to the sage we kn...

Smudge Sticks Sweet grass

Sweet grass Sometimes called vanilla grass,this is a tall green grass that turns yellow whendried. The aroma of sweet grass is morepungent when the plant is dried.

Smudge Sticks Sage

Sage There are many different types of sage –Salvia apiana and Salvia columbarne are two ofthe best-known. Most grow very tall and havelong lives. (Sage brush is not a part of the sagefamily – it belo...

Smudge Sticks Cedar

Some so-called cedars are actuallymembers of the juniper family. Many types ofcedar needles are used for smudge sticks.

Smudge Sticks

Anyone who works with herbs knows that theycan work on very subtle levels, particularly thespiritual. ‘Smudging’ is traditionally a NativeAmerican spiritual practice, which is used toclear an atmosphe...

Practical Uses for Herbs: Wound Infections

Wound Infections Add two sliced onions and50 g each of beeswax, honey and elder leaves to275 g of petroleum jelly. Warm over a low flamefor about 30 minutes. Strain and apply to thewound with a clean ...

Practical Uses for Herbs: Urticaria

Urticaria Infuse 600 g (21 oz) of black alder barkin 1.1 litres (2 pints) of water and 225 ml (7 fl oz)olive oil. Wash the affected area frequently. Aneasy alternative is a poultice of clay mud.

Practical Uses for Herbs: Toothache Mix

Toothache Mix oils of peppermint and clove.(You can then mix this with a teaspoon of rum,if liked.) Apply directly to the tooth

Practical Uses for Herbs: Stomach Ache

Stomach Ache A tea of equal quantities of mint,strawberry leaf, catnip and blackberry mixedwith one tablespoon of brandy should ease thestomach.An alternative is ground brown rice steepedin warm water...

Practical Uses for Herbs: Sore Throat

Sore Throat Tea made from sage leaves andmixed with Sore Throat will ease a sorethroat.

Practical Uses for Herbs: Sleeplessness

Sleeplessness Equal quantities of the stalks andleaves of valerian, catnip and peppermint madeinto a tea will ensure better sleep

Practical Uses for Herbs: Itching 

Itching Blood root pulverized and steeped inapple vinegar until well incorporated thenadded to lotions made from aloe, coconut oil,and/or cocoa butter will ease itching.

Practical Uses for Herbs: Heartburn

Heartburn Add two teaspoons each ofcinnamon, lavender flowers, baking soda,peppermint leaves and half a teaspoon groundginger to 125 ml (4 fl oz) of water and allow tosteep. Strain and drink warm afte...

Practical Uses for Herbs: Fever

Fever Infuse the peel of two oranges and onelemon in whisky. Take two teaspoons after eachmeal.

Practical Uses for Herbs: Eye Rinse

Eye Rinse In 300 ml (8 fl oz) of water, warm 25 g(1 oz) of elderflowers and a half teaspoon of salt.Strain and use as needed to refresh eyes orrelieve itching

Practical Uses for Herbs: Dandruff Mix

Dandruff Mix together one measure each ofviolet leaves, peppermint, nettle, red clover,witch hazel and rosemary. Before shampooing,warm a quarter measure of the dried herbs intwo measures of water and...

Practical Uses for Herbs: Coughs

Coughs In 1.7 litres (3 pints) of boiling water,place a large quantity of peppermint leaves, 150ml (5 fl oz) of rum, 85 ml (3 fl oz) of lemon juice,25 g (1 oz) of cinnamon bark and 25 g (1 oz) ofcomfr...

Practical Uses for Herbs: Chapped Skin

Chapped Skin To 25 g (1 oz) of melted wax add110 g (4 oz) of glycerine and 4–5 drops of oil ofroses or rejuvenating oil. Warm until well mixedand apply as needed.

Practical Uses for Herbs: Chancre Sore

Chancre Sore Sorrel (approximately a handful) soaked in warm water until soft, then strained and drunk as a tea, will help clear them up

Practical Uses for Herbs: Burns

Burns A poultice made from wheat flour,molasses and baking soda will relieve a burnand often hasten the healing process

Practical Uses for Herbs: Bruises

Bruises Take 600 ml (1 pint) of almond oil and450 g (1 lb) each of Balm of Gilead and St John’sWort, which you should bruise by pounding ina pestle and mortar. Warm together over a lowflame. When the ...

Practical Uses for Herbs: Bee/Wasp Stings

Bee/Wasp Stings A drop of myrrh juice on thesting will help draw out the poison.

Practical Uses for Herbs: Athlete’s Foot

Besides keeping your feet dryand powdered with orris root, try a vinegarrinse of one cup of water and one teaspoon ofcider vinegar to which one tablespoon of thymeand red clover have been added. Soak ...

Practical Uses for Herbs: Acid Indigestion

Acid Indigestion Warm a cup of milk and steepfour eucalyptus leaves in it. Drink this to easediscomfort.

Practical Uses for Herbs

Herbs have always had extremely practicaluses in addition to magical properties.Traditionally, women who had learned theircraft as witches had also learned about thehealing properties of the herbs the...

Yucca

Yucca is masculine, and ruled by Mars. ItsElement is Fire. Yucca is said to help withshape-shifting. If a strand of a leaf is tiedaround one’s head and then an animal isvisualized the wearer becomes (...

Yarrow Spell

It is said that yarrow enhances a telepathic linkbetween lovers, loving friends and members ofyour immediate family. It is also very good ifyou use it as a sort of psychic telephone linebetween member...

Yarrow

Yarrow is feminine and ruled by Venus. ItsElement is Water. There is evidence that yarrowwas often a component in incense used forincantations. It is a powerful incense additive fordivination and love...

Wormwood

Wormwood is masculine, ruled by Mars, withthe Element of Air. Wormwood is poisonous butis sometimes burned in smudge sticks to gainprotection from wandering spirits. It is said thatit enables the dead...

Witch hazel

Witch hazel is masculine, ruled by the Sun, withthe Element of Fire. The wood is used to makedivining rods. Witch hazel gives protection andpromotes chastity, healing the heart. It cools allthe passio...

Willow

Willow is feminine and ruled by the Moon. TheElement is Water. Willow wands can be used forhealing and are at their strongest when used atthe New Moon. Willow guards against evil andthis is where the ...

Walnut

Walnut is masculine, ruled by the Sun, and the Element is Fire. Carry the nut as a charm topromote fertility and strengthen the heart. It attracts lightning

Violet

Violet is feminine, ruled by Venus, and itsElement is Water. It brings changes in luck orfortune. Mix with lavender for a powerful lovecharm. A violet and lavender compress will helpin eliminating hea...

Vervain

Vervain is feminine and is ruled by Venus withthe Element of Earth. Good for the ritualcleansing of sacred space, magical cleansingbaths and purification incenses, it should behung over the bed to pre...

Vanilla

Vanilla is feminine, ruled by Venus, and itsElement is Water. The bean is used in a lovecharms, while the oil is worn as an aphrodisiac.Mix it with sugar to make love infusions.

Valerian

Valerian is feminine and is ruled by Venus andthe Element of Water. One of the best sleepenhancers available, it also promotes love andrids your house of evil. It is said to protectagainst lightning.

Thyme

Thyme is a feminine herb that is ruled by theplanet Venus and the Element of Water. It is agood guardian against negative energy and anextremely good cleanser if combined withmarjoram. It helps to dev...

Sunflower

Sunflower is masculine and is ruled by the Sunand the Element of Fire. It is extremely useful,for the seeds aid fertility while the plant allowsyou to discover the truth, if you sleep with itunder you...

Sandalwood

Sandalwood is feminine, ruled by the Moon,and its Element is Air. It has high spiritualvibrations so should be mixed with frankincenseand burned at the time of the Full Moon.Anything visualized at thi...

St John’s Wort

St John’s Wort is a masculine plant that is ruled by the Sun and the Element of Fire. This protects against bad dreams and encourages the willpower to do something difficult

Sage

Sage is masculine, ruled by either Jupiter orVenus and the Element of Air. It promotesfinancial gain and good wishes; it is also a goodhealer and protector.

Saffron

Saffron is masculine, ruled by the Sun and theElement of Fire. It was used in rituals to honourthe Goddess of the Moon, Ashtoreth. It dispelsmelancholy and restores sexual prowess in men.It is used to...

Rue

Rue is masculine, ruled by the Sun and theElement of Fire. Protective when hung at a door,it can break hexes by sending the negativity backfrom whence it came. It is good for clarity ofmind, clearing ...

Rowan

Rowan is a masculine plant which is ruled bythe Sun and the Element of Fire. Rowan wood isused for divining rods and wands; its leaves andbark are used in divination rituals. It is also usedfor protec...

Rosemary

Rosemary is a masculine plant that is ruled bythe Sun and the Element of Fire. It improvesmemory and sleep; it is an excellent purifier. Itshould be used to cleanse your hands beforeperforming magic o...

Rose

Rose is a feminine plant that is ruled by Venusand the Element of Water. It is perhaps the mostwidely used plant in love and good-luckworkings. Roses are also added to ‘fast luck’mixtures designed to ...

Poppy

Poppy is feminine, ruled by the Moon, and hasthe Element of Water. It is said that you can eatpoppy seeds as a fertility charm; they can also beused in love sachets. Also carry the seeds ordried seed-...

Pine

Pine is masculine and ruled by Mars; it has theElement of Air. It aids you to focus and if burntit will help to cleanse the atmosphere where it isburnt. Its sawdust is often used as a base forincense,...

Pimpernel

Pimpernel is a masculine plant which is ruled by Mercury and has the Element of Air. You should wear it to keep people from deceiving you. It wards off illness and stops accidents. The juice is used t...

Pepper

Pepper (black) is a masculine plant which isruled by Mars with its Element of Fire; it can beused in protective charms against the evil eye.Mixed with salt it dispels evil, which may bewhy it is used ...

Pennyroyal

Pennyroyal is a masculine plant ruled by Mars;its Element is Fire. It is used for protection, and,because it prevents weariness during longjourneys, it is often carried on ships. Pennyroyalis also an ...

Patchouli

Patchouli is a feminine plant which is ruled bySaturn. Its Element is Earth. This plant isaphrodisiac and an attractant of lovers for eithersex. It is sometimes used in fertility talismansand can be s...

Parsley

Parsley is a masculine herb that is ruled byMercury and Air. It wards off evil and is a usefulaid to those who drink too much. Parsley may beused in purification baths and as a way to stopmisfortune.

Orris root

Orris root is a feminine plant, is ruled by Venusand has the Element of Water. The powder isused as a love-drawing herb and to increasesexual appeal. Used in charms, amulets, sachets,incenses and bath...

Orange Plant

Orange is a feminine plant ruled by Jupiter andthe Element of Water. It can be used as a lovecharm, while in the Orient it is used for goodluck.

Oak

Oak is masculine and is ruled by the Sun and theElement of Fire. It is often used by witches andused in power wands. It also protects againstevil spirits and can also be used to promote abetter sex li...

Nutmeg

Nutmeg is feminine, ruled by Jupiter, and itsElement is Air. It helps to develop clairvoyanceand psychic powers. When used with greencandles it aids prosperity. It is also said to helpteething

Nettle

Nettle is a masculine plant ruled by Mars and itsElement is Fire. It is a guard against danger andpromotes courage

Myrtle

Myrtle is feminine, ruled by Venus, and itsElement is Water. Myrtle was sacred to the Greekgoddess Venus and has been used in lovecharms and spells throughout history. It shouldbe grown indoors for go...

Myrrh

Myrrh is a feminine plant that is ruled by theMoon or Jupiter and Water. It is purifying andprotective and is especially useful when usedwith frankincense

Mullein

Mullein is a masculine plant, ruled by Saturnand has the Element of Fire. This is used forcourage and protection from wild animals andalso from evil spirits. It is also used for cleansingand purifying...

Mugwort

Mugwort is a feminine plant that is ruled byVenus and the Element of Air. It is probably themost widely used herb by witches and promotespsychic ability and gives prophetic dreams. It isvery good for ...

Mint

Mint (spearmint and peppermint) is a masculineplant that is ruled by Mercury or Venus and hasthe Element Air. It promotes healing, the abilityto gain money and is useful for successful travel.Known to...

Meadowsweet

Meadowsweet is feminine, its planet is Jupiterand it is ruled by Water. It is a sacred herb of theDruids and gives protection against evilinfluences; it also promotes love, balance andharmony. Place m...

Marjoram

Marjoram is masculine and is ruled by Mercurywith the Element Air. It protects against evil andaids love and healing; it is also helpful for thosewho are grieving.

Marigold

Marigold is masculine and ruled by the Sun. ItsElement is Fire. Prophecy, legal matters, thepsyche, seeing magical creatures, love,divination dreams, business or legal affairs andrenewing personal ene...

Mandrake

Mandrake is a masculine plant ruled byMercury and the Element Earth. It is very usefulin incense for increasing the sex drive (both maleand female) and is best used prior to the FullMoon

Lovage

Lovage is masculine, ruled by the Sun. ItsElement is Water. The dried and powdered rootshould be added to cleansing and purificationbaths to release negativity. Carry it to attract loveand the attenti...

Linden

Linden is feminine, ruled by Jupiter and itsElement Water. It is said to be the tree ofimmortality and is associated with conjugal loveor attraction and longevity. It is supposed to helpin preventing ...

Lilac

Lilac is a feminine plant that is ruled by theplanet Venus. Its Element is Air. It is a goodprotector that also banishes evil and can be usedfor exorcism rituals.

Lemon Verbena

Lemon verbena is feminine, ruled by Venus andthe Element Air. It is used in love charms topromote youth, beauty and attractiveness to theopposite sex. Wear it around your neck or placeit under a pillo...

Lemon balm

Lemon balm is feminine and is ruled by theMoon or Neptune. Its Element is Water. It is astrong aphrodisiac, promotes fertility but is alsoan anti-depressant that is especially useful at theend of a re...

Lavender

Lavender is a masculine plant ruled by Mercuryand the Element of Air. It is one of the mostuseful herbs and can be used for healing,promoting good wishes and sleep; it can also beused to attract men.

Juniper

Juniper is a masculine plant, ruled by the Sunand its Element Fire. It gives protection againstaccidents, harm and theft. Once they have beendried and worn as a charm, the berries are usedto attract l...

Jasmine

Jasmine is feminine and is ruled by Jupiter and the Element Earth. It attracts men and has beenused throughout history by women for this purpose

Ivy

Ivy is a masculine plant, ruled by Saturn and itsElement Water. It protects the houses it grows onfrom evil and harm. In the old traditions, ivy andholly were given to newly-weds as good-luckcharms.

Hyssop

Hyssop is masculine. Its ruler is Jupiter and itsElement of Fire. The plant was widely usedduring the Middle Ages for purification,cleansing and consecration rituals. Use it inpurification baths, and ...

Hops

Hops, a masculine plant ruled by Mars and theElement of Water, is best used in healing and foraiding sleep

Honeysuckle

Honeysuckle is feminine and is ruled by Jupiterand its Element Earth. Planted outside the homeit brings good luck. It is also used in prosperityspells and love charms, and to heighten psychicability.

Holly

Holly is masculine and is ruled by Mars and itsElement of Fire. When planted around the homeit protects against evil. Holly water is said toprotect babies, and when thrown at wild animalsit calms them...

Heartsease Healing Sachet

YOU WILL NEEDTwo 10 cm squares of red or white materialNeedle with pink threadHerbs as aboveSmall piece of rose or clear quartzSmall quantity of dried beans for banishmentMETHOD✤ Make a sachet by sewi...

Herbal Heartsease

Broken relationships are extremely painful andthe hurt often needs to be dealt with veryquickly. This spell, using three differenttechniques, helps to keep things under controluntil you can look forwa...

Heartsease

Heartsease is feminine, ruled by Saturn and theElement of Water. It is actually a wild pansy anddemonstrates its power by its name. If you canfind any then it can be used iwith other herbs toease the ...

Hazel

Hazel is masculine and ruled by the Sun and theElement of Air. It is a very good wood formagical wands and is the only wood thatshould be used for divining. It also promotesgood luck, particularly whe...

Hawthorn

Hawthorn is masculine, ruled by Mars and theElement of Fire. It is used in protective sachets.It can enforce celibacy and chastity and is said topromote happiness in marriage or otherrelationships.

Ginseng

Ginseng is masculine, ruled by the Sun with theElement of Fire. It aids love and lust and isuseful in enhancing beauty. It is also a goodreliever of stress.

Ginger

Ginger is a masculine herb ruled by Mars andFire. It encourages power and success,especially in love and financial dealings. It isalso a good base for spells because it enhancesthe vibration.

Garlic

Garlic is a masculine herb ruled by the planetMars and consequently the Element of Fire. Itprotects and is a useful healer and promoter ofcourage.

Gardenia

Gardenia is feminine and is ruled by the Moonwith its Element Water. Used extensively inMoon incenses, it attracts good spirits to ritualsand enhances the love vibration.

Frankincense

Frankincense is a masculine herb under therulership of the Sun and therefore the Element ofFire. A purifier of ritual spaces, it is probably themost powerful aid to meditation there is

Fern

Fern is feminine and is ruled by the planet Saturnand the Element Earth. This plant is a powerfulprotector and if grown near your home will wardoff negativity

Fennel

Fennel is masculine and is ruled by Mercury. ItsElement is Fire. Including the seeds in moneycharms is said to bring prosperity and ward offevil spirits. The plant itself is used forpurification and p...

Eyebright

Eyebright is masculine and is ruled by the Sun.Its Element is Air. This plant is said to induceclairvoyant visions and dreams if you anoint theeyelids daily with an infusion of leaves.

Eucalyptus

Eucalyptus is feminine and is ruled by the Moonand the Element Air. It is used in healing ritualsand in charms and amulets. If the leaves are putaround a blue candle and burnt, this is good forincreas...