Juniper - is most known for flavoring gin and was also fermented and used to make wine. It is famously used for health, and healing, promotes vitality, protects against accidents and attack, and in ancient times it was said to repel snakes. Juniper was burned to remove spirits, used in exorcism works, protects against evil, and can be used for hex breaking. Can also be added to love incense, to increase male potency, and to increase psychic powers.
Scientific Name - Juniperus communis
Other Name - Gin berry, GInny
Origin - Said to be native to much of the northern hemisphere
Magical Power - Healing, Protection, Exorcism, Psychic, Unhexing
Used in Making - Baths, Conditioning Oils, Dressing, Floorwash, Hand, Incense
Planet - Sun
Element - Fire
Energy Archetype - Masculine
Parts Used - Berries, Essential Oil, Leaf, Resin
Medicinal Uses - Juniper has antiseptic properties and can detoxify and cleanse the body of waste products that cause cellulite, arthritis, and rheumatism. Juniper is used for skin issues as an astringent, hair loss, hemorrhoids, and wound healing.
The owners of Wildheart Botanica are not licensed physicians. Please see your personal practitioner before using any product
CAUTION - Do not use if pregnant. Can cause skin irritation or burns so use it with caution. Do not use if you have kidney disease. Check with your practitioner before using if you are elderly, have diabetes, or have a history of skin irritation or allergic reactions.