Yucca is masculine, and ruled by Mars. Its
Element is Fire. Yucca is said to help with
shape-shifting. If a strand of a leaf is tied
around one’s head and then an animal is
visualized the wearer becomes (takes on the
qualities of) that animal. Yucca is used to purify
the body before performing magic. To get rid of
illness, bathe at least twice using suds from the
boiled plant juices. A cross formed from yucca
leaves is said to protect the hearth, the centre of
the home.
Yarrow
Yarrow is feminine and ruled by Venus. Its
Element is Water. There is evidence that yarrow
was often a component in incense used for
incantations. It is a powerful incense additive for
divination and love spells, too. It exorcises evil,
dispelling negativity, yet also enhances psychic
ability and divination. Yarrow tea drunk prior to
divination will enhance powers of perception; a
touch of peppermint enhances the action of this
brew and always helps it to work better. The
plant is also used in courage, love and marriage
charms.
Wormwood
Wormwood is masculine, ruled by Mars, with
the Element of Air. Wormwood is poisonous but
is sometimes burned in smudge sticks to gain
protection from wandering spirits. It is said that
it enables the dead to be released from this plane
so they may find peace. It is also used in
divinatory and clairvoyance incenses, initiation
rites and tests of courage. Mixed with
sandalwood, it summons spirits
Witch hazel
Witch hazel is masculine, ruled by the Sun, with
the Element of Fire. The wood is used to make
divining rods. Witch hazel gives protection and
promotes chastity, healing the heart. It cools all
the passions
Willow
Willow is feminine and ruled by the Moon. The
Element is Water. Willow wands can be used for
healing and are at their strongest when used at
the New Moon. Willow guards against evil and
this is where the expression ‘knock on wood’
comes from.
Walnut
Walnut is masculine, ruled by the Sun, and the Element is Fire. Carry the nut as a charm to
promote fertility and strengthen the heart. It attracts lightning
Violet
Violet is feminine, ruled by Venus, and its
Element is Water. It brings changes in luck or
fortune. Mix with lavender for a powerful love
charm. A violet and lavender compress will help
in eliminating headaches. The flowers are
carried as a good-luck charm. The scent will
soothe, clear the mind and relax the wearer.
Sunflower
Sunflower is masculine and is ruled by the Sun
and the Element of Fire. It is extremely useful,
for the seeds aid fertility while the plant allows
you to discover the truth, if you sleep with it
under your bed. It is said to guard the garden
against marauders and pests.
Rue
Rue is masculine, ruled by the Sun and the
Element of Fire. Protective when hung at a door,
it can break hexes by sending the negativity back
from whence it came. It is good for clarity of
mind, clearing the mind of emotional clutter and
purification of ritual spaces and tools.
Rowan
Rowan is a masculine plant which is ruled by
the Sun and the Element of Fire. Rowan wood is
used for divining rods and wands; its leaves and
bark are used in divination rituals. It is also used
for protection, good luck and healing. When two
twigs are tied together to form a cross it is a
protective device.
Rose
Rose is a feminine plant that is ruled by Venus
and the Element of Water. It is perhaps the most
widely used plant in love and good-luck
workings. Roses are also added to ‘fast luck’
mixtures designed to make things happen
quickly. It is also a good calmer when situations
become difficult
Poppy
Poppy is feminine, ruled by the Moon, and has
the Element of Water. It is said that you can eat
poppy seeds as a fertility charm; they can also be
used in love sachets. Also carry the seeds or
dried seed-pod as a prosperity charm.
Pine
Pine is masculine and ruled by Mars; it has the
Element of Air. It aids you to focus and if burnt
it will help to cleanse the atmosphere where it is
burnt. Its sawdust is often used as a base for
incense, particularly in those associated with
money
Pimpernel
Pimpernel is a masculine plant which is ruled by Mercury and has the Element of Air. You should wear it to keep people from deceiving you. It wards off illness and stops accidents. The juice is used to purify and empower ritual weapons
Pennyroyal
Pennyroyal is a masculine plant ruled by Mars;
its Element is Fire. It is used for protection, and,
because it prevents weariness during long
journeys, it is often carried on ships. Pennyroyal
is also an insect deterrent. It should be avoided
while pregnant
Orange Plant
Orange is a feminine plant ruled by Jupiter and
the Element of Water. It can be used as a love
charm, while in the Orient it is used for good
luck.
Oak
Oak is masculine and is ruled by the Sun and the
Element of Fire. It is often used by witches and
used in power wands. It also protects against
evil spirits and can also be used to promote a
better sex life.
Myrtle
Myrtle is feminine, ruled by Venus, and its
Element is Water. Myrtle was sacred to the Greek
goddess Venus and has been used in love
charms and spells throughout history. It should
be grown indoors for good luck. Carry or wear
myrtle leaves to attract love; charms made of the
wood have special magical properties. Wear
fresh myrtle leaves while making love charms,
potions or during rituals for love and include it
in them. Myrtle tea drunk every three days
maintains youthfulness.
Meadowsweet
Meadowsweet is feminine, its planet is Jupiter
and it is ruled by Water. It is a sacred herb of the
Druids and gives protection against evil
influences; it also promotes love, balance and
harmony. Place meadowsweet on your altar
when making love charms and conducting love
spells to increase their potency. It can be worn at
Lammas to join with the Goddess.
Marigold
Marigold is masculine and ruled by the Sun. Its
Element is Fire. Prophecy, legal matters, the
psyche, seeing magical creatures, love,
divination dreams, business or legal affairs and
renewing personal energy are all assisted by
marigold. It is good for finding someone who
has done you wrong. It is sometimes added to
love sachets. It should be gathered at noon