Basil
Ocimum basilicum
Wicked Overview
Basil is a culinary herb from the Lamiaceae family. It is native to India and Southeast Asia.
Basil is a powerful protection herb, perfect for banishing.
It is also great for abundance and can generate new wealth and bring about good luck.
Basil is also used to bless travel and moves, and it can bring peace and harmony to any situation.
There are many potential uses for Basil and you will find only some of them here.
The ideas shared below are meant to awaken your inspiration and to help you along your path.
Magickal Correspondences
Element:
Fire
Deities:
Aries, Saturn, Neptune
Zodiacs:
Aries, Scorpio, Pisces
Planet:
Mars
Energy:
Masculine / Day / Yang
Chakra:
Crystals:
Pyrite, Bloodstone, Amazonite, Carnelian, Beryl, Red Jasper, Quartz, Black Obsidian
Good for:
Abundance, banishment, calming, cleansing, courage, determination, divination, fidelity, focus,
harmony, health, love, luck, motivation, travel, peace, prosperity
Protects Against:
Negativity
Natural Remedies:
Soothes agitated and negative emotions.
Basil is an anti-inflammatory and antibacterial herb with many health benefits.
Appetite loss
Fluid retention
Head colds
Intestinal gas
Kidney conditions
Preventative (cancer, diabetes, heart conditions)
Skin health
Stomach spasms
Warts
Worm infections
Magickal Tips:
Basil kept with money attracts positive monetary flow.
Basil infused and garnished water brings new business.
Used in peace spells for added potency.
Added to baths for relaxation.
Wear or carry with you to protect yourself from negative energy.
Use where fire element is needed in spells, rituals, and practice.
Basil Fresh Herb
Vitamins: A, and K,
Minerals: Iron, Manganese, Calcium
Growing Notes:
Conditions: Hot, high sun, draining pot, dry soil/climate.
Annual: If there’s a freeze.
Propagating: Stems and short cuttings; suspend in water for two weeks (until roots grow) .
Care: Remove flowers unless collecting seeds.
Watering: When top inch of soil is dried out.
Planting: With vegetables.
