Rosemary
Salvia rosmarinus
Wicked Overview
Rosemary is an aromatic, perennial evergreen shrub in the Mint family, native to the hills along the Mediterranean, Portugal, and Northwestern Spain.
While Rosemary is a fantastic substitute for any missing herb called for in a spell, it has it’s own powerful properties.
Rosemary can be used as a psychic detox, to cleanse auras, and to invigorate the soul.
Rosemary is also great for helping with memory and attracting adundance.
There are many potential uses for Rosemary 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:
Zeus, Apollo
Zodiacs:
Leo
Planet:
Sun
Energy:
Masculine/Day/Yang
Crystals:
Pyrite, Tiger’s Eye, Amethyst, Rose Quartz, Selenite, Black Obsidian
Good for:
All purpose/multi-use
Abundance, cleansing, concentration, invigoration, love, memory,
protetion, psychic detox, remembrance, strength
Protects Against:
Negativity
Natural Remedies:
Add to tea to relieve headaches, aches and pains
Promotes sleep and decreases nightmares
Hysteria
Dysmenorrhea
Stomachache
Epilepsy
Rheumatic pain
Spasms
Nervous agitation
Improvement of memory
Depression
Physical and ental fatigue
Magickal Tips:
Rosemary can be used as a substitute for any herb needed in spellwork
Add to abundance spells for extra kick
Great in sleeping potions
Add to calming rituals to reduce stress
Apply as essential oil before practice to keep you steady
Growing Notes:
Conditions: Warm, sunny, well-drained conditions with good air circulation.
Annual: In climates with cold winters.
Perennial: 3 or more years in climates with 8-10 hardness zones.
Propagating: Cuttings, root water.
Care: Prune at least once a year, more if climates are warmer.
Watering: When top soil is dry, but do not let it sit in watery, soggy soil.
Planting: Plant in spring or autumn, plant with thyme, oregano, carrots, strawberries, lavender, chives.