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peony
Plant

Peony

Plant2 traditions
overview

The peony is named for Paeon, physician of the Greek gods, and its root was dug only at night to avoid the woodpecker that guarded it. Peony seeds were strung as protective beads for children.

Uses

  • Protection
  • Banishing
  • Prosperity
  • Honor
ritual

Working with it

Grow peonies near the home for protection. Place cut flowers on the altar for success in business.

⚠ Safety note for Peony
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Botanical name
Paeonia officinalis
Planet
☉︎ Sun
Element
Fire
Works for
ProtectionBanishingProsperity
Forms
rootflowersseeds
How to use
Wear as jewelryGrow itAltar or offering

⚠ Safety

Projective
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Where the traditions place it