Marigold

Also called Calendula

Plant2 traditions

overview

Calendula, the pot marigold, follows the sun and was strung in garlands over doors to keep evil out. In Mexico the related Tagetes marigold lines the path for the dead on the Day of the Dead.

Uses

Protection
Prophetic dreams
Winning in legal matters
Honoring the dead

ritual

Working with it

String marigold heads over the doorway for protection. Scatter petals under the bed for dreams that show the truth.

⚠ Safety note for Marigold

ingredient_profile

Botanical name: Calendula officinalis
Planet: ☉︎ Sun
Element: Fire
Works for: Protection Dreams Justice Psychic Ability
Forms: flowerspetalsdried herbtea
How to use: Altar or offeringUnder the pillowRitual bathBrew (drinkable tea)Hang over a door or window

⚠ Safety

Common allergen. Daisy-family or other common allergy. Skip it if you react to ragweed or similar plants.
Poisonous look-alikes. Easily confused with dangerous plants. Buy from a trusted supplier; don't forage it unless you're certain.

Projective

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Where the traditions place it

Leo — Common practice
Sun — Agrippa, Common practice