Basil:
Type: Herb
Ruling Planet: Mars
Parts used: leaves (fresh or dried)
Magickal Properties: Protection, love, money.
Specific Magick: Add to a spell bag to bring in money. Basil attracts money and brings good luck into a home. Add to exorcism and protection incenses. Add to love and prosperity sachets. Basil brings compassion and helps end feuds between people. This herb also has strong love vibrations, and is used in spells to mend lovers’ quarrels. The scent brings happiness to a home and brings protection in crowds. Sprinkle basil in the corners of the rooms of your house to bring in happiness and love. It brings an aura of understanding to between people, and is an especially appropriate herb for couples who need to open channels of communication.