Cardamom
Elettaria cardamomum
Wicked Overview
Cardamom is a plant that grows in the tropical and subtropical regions of Asia
Cardamom is a powerful herb for connections and relationships, with others as well as with the self.
There are many potential uses for Cardamom and you will find only some of them here.
The ideas shared below are meant to awaken your own inspiration and help you along your path.
Magickal Correspondences
Element:
Earth
Deities:
Venus, Aphrodite
Zodiacs:
Taurus
Planet:
Venus
Energy:
Feminine / Night / Yin
Chakra:
Crystals:
Bloodstone, Amazonite, Carnealian, Red Jasper, Rose Quartz, Cirtine, Labradorite
Good for:
Love, lust, relationships, marriage, passion, friendship, divination, clarity, balance, beauty, courage, confidence,
creativity, inspiration, prosperity, sensuality, stimulation
Protects Against:
Creative blocks, poverty mindset,
Natural Remedies:
Soothes saddness when added to tea
Increases Heart Health
Chewing Cardamom can prevent cavities
Magickal Tips:
Meditate with Cardamom to increase mental clairty during difficult times or for difficult decisions
Use while practicing sex magick to empower the ritual
Add to tea or burn as incesne to eliminate creative blocks
Growing Notes:
Conditions: Hot, humid, consistently moist, but in paritial shade, never direct sunlight.
Perennail: Growing annually.
Soil: Well drained, loamy, slightly acidic soil with a pH between 5.5 - 6.8.
Propagating: Division and seeds.
Care: Keep out of cold, water properly, prune regularly.
Watering: Water frequently as Cardamom prefers consistently moist soil.
Planting: Plant with other shade-tolerant herbs, greens, and vegetables in edible garden.