Originally the “Th-HERBS-day” page, the herbal grimoire is a place to discover the properties and characteristics of featured plant spirits so that you may build a deeper connection to your herbal craft and your green allies.
Christians know the mustard seed as an analogy for growing faith. Hedge witches know the mustard seed as an analogy for amphibian eyeballs. This Th-HERBS-day, we honor mustard (Brassica spp.). It’s a member of the cabbage/mustard (Brassicaceae) family, formerly known as the Cruciferae family. Cruciferae stems from the root word crucifer or crucifix and is …
Have you ever taken a walk in the woods and left with your clothes mangled with pesky burs? If so, there is a good chance you have had an encounter with the hyper-ambitious herb, burdock. This Th-HERBS-day, we honor burdock (Arcticum lappa). It is a member of the daisy (Asteraceae) family and has been considered …
Trees can act as portals to the world of nature spirits and assist in shamanic journeying. That is exactly why the spirit of hawthorn is significant in the world of witchcraft. This Th-HERBS-day, we honor hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna). It’s a member of the rose (Rosaceae) family and an important tree to have around for practicing …
If you plan to do any kind of sex magick, damiana is the one herb that can make things happen. You won’t be disappointed with the “mood” inducing properties this herb of seduction has to offer when it comes to lustful spell crafting. This Th-HERBS-day, we honor damiana, (Turnera diffuse). It’s a member of the …
Anise is an ally that can bring out the best in its herbal counterparts. Like the planet Jupiter, anise brings luck and joy to any occasion!
Pennyroyal can be an effective “doorman” for your aura and your home. This Th-HERBS-day, we honor pennyroyal, (Mentha pulegioides). It’s a member of the mint/sage (Labiatae) family and is the perfect foot soldier to guard your energy. Bringing both relief, wealth, and death-this herb has played a rocky part in medicinal history. Ninth Century monk, …
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Looking for an herb to assist you in hitting your manifestation target? Dandelion is always nearby and ready to help! This Th-HERBS-day, we honor dandelion (Taraxacum officinale). It is a member of the daisy (Compositae) family and known to many as a pesky weed. Love it or hate it, dandelion has had both a good …
This classic herb’s spirit aligns directly with divine feminine energy and is an herb that demands respect and clarity. She is sort of a curator of energetic sources and can open positive, neutral, or negative portals in the liminal halls of realms.
In the world of witchcraft, there are plenty of herbs used for protecting your space and aura. But one herb, in particular, has amazing strength when it comes to purification, protection, and banishing. This Th-HERBS-day we honor St. John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum). St. John’s Wort is an herb in the Hypericaceae family and is one …
Ready to bring the spirit of the sun back into your home this Imbolc season? Let’s take a look at a delicate mini daisy that possesses more power than you might expect! This Th-HERBS-day, we honor chamomile, (Matricaria recutita), also known as German chamomile. It’s a member of the daisy (Compositae) family and an OG …