Hyssop
Hyssopus officinalis
Wicked Overview
Hyssop is a shrub in the Lamiaceae family, native to Southern Europe, the Middle East, and the region around the Caspian Sea.
Hyssop is a powerful protection herb and it is great when used for the exorcism of negative energies.
Hyssop also has powerful healing properites when used correctly.
There are many potential uses for Hyssop and you will find only some of them here.
The ideas shared below are meant to awaken your own inspiration and to help you along your path.
Magickal Correspondences
Element:
Fire
Deities:
Jupiter, Zeus
Zodiacs:
Sagittarius
Planet:
Jupiter
Energy:
Masculine / Day / Yang
Chakra:
Crystals:
Ruby, Red Jasper, Black Tourmaline, Selenite, Clear Quartz, Obsidian, Amethyst
Good for:
Divination, speaking with those who have passed on, exorcism, protection
Protects Against:
Evil spirits, negativity
Natural Remedies:
Anti-rheumatic, anti-inflammatory, anit-viral
Hyssop can be consumed to treat respiratory conditions and digestive issues.
Hyssop can be applied topically to treat skin conditions.
Hyssop tea can reduce fevers.
Magickal Tips:
Hyssop is a great herb to meditate with because it offers an intensified connection to higher consciousness.
Hyssop can be added to ancestor workings and seances to help with clear communication through the veil.
You can use Hyssop in exorcism and banishing rites to remove unwanted energies and spirits.
Hyssop Fresh Herb
Nutrients: Flavonoids, antioxidants
Growing Notes:
Conditions: Full sun, but can tolerate partial shade.
Perennial: Continually occuring.
Soil: Able to grow in many different types of soils but is partial to well-drained, fertile loam soils.
Propagating: Seed, cuttings, divisions.
Watering: Water regularly.
Harvesting: Harvest in the morning after the dew dries so that it’s oils are at it’s most potent. Cut the top parts of the plant.
Plant with: Bee balm, lavender, echinacea, yarrow, catmint.
WARNING
May cause skin irritation and allergic reactions.