Chickweed is best known for its attraction properties. It can be used to attract love and friendship, as well as increase fertility. Chickweed brings peace to a space and can be used in floor wash. It can help maintain a partnership.
Scientific Name - Stellaria media
Other Name - Stellaria alsine, Alsine, Starweed
Origin - Said to be native to Eurasia and North Africa
Magical Power - Love, Peace, Attraction
Used in Making - Bath, Conditioning Oil, Dressing, Floorwash, Hand, Incense, Tea
Planet - Moon, Mercury
Element - Water
Energy Archetype - Feminine
Parts Used - Flower, Leaf, Essential Oil
Medicinal Uses - Chickweed is used to relieve dry, inflamed skin when made into a salve, balm, or oil. In folk healing, it was used to cure asthma, constipation, blood disorders, skin ailments like psoriasis and eczema, and obesity. High in vitamin C, important trace minerals, and potassium, prevents infection, and inflammation. Can cause paralysis if used in large doses.
The owners of Wildheart Botanica are not licensed physicians. Please see your personal practitioner before using any product
CAUTION - Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding. Combining chickweed with certain drugs may altar their potency or produce unwanted side effects.