Angelica

From an herbalist's point of view, angelica has been reported to cure nearly every health problem you could have. Many parts of the angelica plant are also used as a flavouring in cooking, particularly the dried root. The taste is quite strong, and similar to juniper. Angelica can take several years to grow and develop into a flowering plant, though it is technically a biennial. The white, umbrella-shaped grouping of flowers is similar to wild yarrow.

Latin: Angelica archangelica
Common names: Masterwort, Garden Angelica

Using in rituals
With a history of medicinal usage, it's no surprise that the main magickal association is with healing. Placing sprigs of the dried herb around your house can add protection and help keep negative energy out of the home. Angelica can also help bring peace, joy and harmony to your home. You can use dried pieces of the root or burn the leaves as an incense.

As a popular medicinal plant, there are several instances of folklore regarding angelica. One tale states that the plant was given to mankind by an archangel, to cure the plague. Furthermore, it supposedly only blooms once a year, on May 8th, which is the feast day of the angel, Michael.

With a history of medicinal usage, it's no surprise that the main magickal association is with healing. Placing sprigs of the dried herb around your house can add protection and help keep negative energy out of the home. Angelica can also help bring peace, joy and harmony to your home. You can use dried pieces of the root or burn the leaves as an incense.

As a popular medicinal plant, there are several instances of folklore regarding angelica. One tale states that the plant was given to mankind by an archangel, to cure the plague. Also, it supposedly only blooms once a year, on May 8th, which is the feast day of the angel, Michael.

Planet: Sun
Element: Fire
Deity: Venus

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