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 Posted: Sat Sep 08, 2012 9:22 pm
In this forum is where we will begin to explore the healing properties and magical uses for herbs. If you have a question about a specific herb or need clarification on the topic, just let me know!
EDIT: If you wish to post in this forum please post full, complete, and accurate information. Please do actual research, do not just copy and paste from the first thing that shows up on google search. If you do this I will remove the post with no notice. I will re-post on that specific topic with more complete information as soon as possible.
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Posted: Sat Sep 08, 2012 10:01 pm
Ok, so let's start with the basics.
Mugwort:
Other common names: Wormwood, St. John's Plant.
Scientific name: Artemisia Vulgaris
Healing uses: Mugwort has been used for centuries for pain relief (Roman times) and to ward off fatigue. Koreans have used it as a blood purifier while the Japanese used the boiled plant to treat coughs and fevers. Mugwort is currently used as a sleep aid, and mild muscle relaxant, though doctors say that pregnant women should not consume the herb.
Magical uses: In many cultures Mugwort was used to ward off evil or evil spirits. It can be hung by itself or in combination with other plants. Mugwort is also used to promote vivid and/or prophetic dreams.
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Posted: Sun Sep 09, 2012 9:28 pm
Thyme:
Other names: Huile Essentielle de Thym, Vanya Yavani
Scientific name: Thymus vulgaris
Medicinal purposes: It has been used through the centuries as a remedy for many ailments, from epilepsy to melancholy. Nowadays, it is prescribed by herbalists for intestinal worms, gastrointestinal ailments, bronchial problems, laryngitis, diarrhea (gross), and lack of appetite.
Other info: Thyme is native to the Mediterranean and grows to 6 to 15 inches (15 to 38 centimeters) high. It has small, hairy, oval leaves and whorls of lavender flowers along the end of the stem. Thyme is very aromatic and has a sharp, bitter taste.
Not 100% on my accuracy, or if this is considered anything useful. Just contributing.
EDIT: Remove if this is cruddy info.
EDITEDIT: More info: The Greeks burned thyme in their temples to purify them as we do today to purify an area. A place where wild thyme grows will be a particularly powerful energy center on earth. Add it to the magickal-cleansing bath of springtime, along with marjoram, to remove all sorrows and ills of winter. To ensure a restful night's sleep free from nightmares, sleep with it beneath your pillow.
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Posted: Sun Sep 09, 2012 9:32 pm
Thanks!
Thyme is also very tasty.
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Posted: Tue Sep 11, 2012 4:31 am
Willow
There are several hundred species of willow, so many in fact that they make up the entire genus of Salix.
History: Willow has been used for at least 6,000 years by many peoples from the ancient Greeks and Assyrians to the Native Americans and Elbans(early scottish), with its earliest written record appearing in the ancient texts of Assyria, Sumer, and Egypt.
Medicinal: Willow has been used for anti inflammatory, pain reliever, fever reducer, menstrual cramp relief, lower back pain, and arthritis (though clinical studies are currently inconclusive about its affects on the latter). Aspirin was developed from the active ingredient (Salicin) in willow bark.
Precautions with willow bark: Willow bark contains alkaloids. This means that an overdose is not only fairly easy, but can cause stomach upset, convulsions, diarrhea, and sometimes death. If you are allergic, or have adverse reactions to aspirin, seek professional medical advice before taking Willow. Willow can also react very badly with other medications and herbs so please consult a doctor before taking it.
Magical uses: Willow has been used as a talisman to ward off evil as many years. It has also been used as a talisman to help on learn to be flexible with life as the willow branches are flexible with the wind. The tree is said to help with grief. If you plant a willow tree during your lifetime and it or one of its direct descendants still stands at the time of your passing it is said to help ease your passing from this life to the next. This tree can also be used to help charge crystals and stone for other magical uses.
Interesting Folklore: In Japanese tradition willow is associated with ghosts and in old English folklore the willow tree is said to be able to uproot itself and follow travelers.
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Posted: Mon Sep 24, 2012 4:20 am
Marjoram
There are several species of Marjoram, all with different common and scientific names. This is a general outline of the category of plant known as Marjoram.
Marjoram's earliest written record (that I am aware of) comes from ancient Greece. It is said that Aphrodite grew it around her home, thus came its connection to love spells.
Medicinal: Marjoram has been used as a wound antiseptic, for flatulence relief, a mild sedative, and for relief of menstrual cramps. Since there are different types, there are many different ways to prepare and use it. The most common are tea, aromatherapy, and essential oil.
Marjoram is also a very very common (and tasty) cooking herb generally used for fish and Mediterranean dishes.
Warnings: Since Marjoram is known to increase menstrual flow, it is not recommended that pregnant women take this.
Magical use: By itself and combined with various other herbs Marjoram can be used for: protection, love, power, wealth, happiness, memory, purification, and healing.
Interesting tid bit: When Marjoram is thrown into a grave, it is supposed to symbolize that the deceased will never be forgotten.
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