Lavender is an essential all-purpose herb. It is said to have a calming, soothing, relaxing effect. Lavender water can be used to protect and purify persons and space. The herb can be hung over the door or used in home blessing incense and is added to sweeten the smell of oils and potions. It brings peace of mind and curbs bad dreams when used in a dream pillow or sprayed on a pillow or sheets. Because of its association with Mercury lavender is said to increase telepathic communication. It has also been long used in love spells and in the Renaissance, it was added to love sachets to bring fidelity and stability to a union.
Scientific Name - Lavendula officinale or L. Vera
Other Common Names - Alhucema, Elf Leaf, Spike
Origin - Said to be native to the Meditteranean, the Middle East, and India
Magical Powers - All-purpose; healing, purification, cleansing, protection, sleep, love, peace
Used in Making - Baths, Conditioning Oils, Dressing, Floorwash, Hand, Incense, Smoke Blend, Tea
Planet - Mercury, Neptune
Element - Air, Water
Energy Archetype - Masculine
Parts Used - Flower, essential oil
Medicinal Uses - Calms and soothes, antidepressants, antibacterial, decongestant, eases nausea, helps with digestion and indigestion, insomnia, headaches, and hypertension.
The owners of Wildheart Botanica are not licensed physicians. Please see your personal practitioner before using any product.
CAUTION - May bother those with asthma or hay fever. Consuming large amounts can cause; constipation, confusion, headaches, nausea, excessive sleepiness, skin inflammation, and vomiting