Yarrow

Plant1 tradition

overview

Yarrow is named for Achilles, who used it to heal his soldiers' wounds. Its stalks are the traditional tool for casting the I Ching, and it was hung over the marriage bed to keep a couple together for seven years.

Uses

Courage
Lasting love
Divination
Banishing fear

ritual

Working with it

Hang dried yarrow over the bed to strengthen a marriage. Carry it for courage before a confrontation.

⚠ Safety note for Yarrow

ingredient_profile

Botanical name: Achillea millefolium
Planet: ♀︎ Venus
Element: Water
Works for: Courage Love Psychic Ability Banishing
Forms: flowersdried herbleavestea
How to use: Sachet or charm bagHang over a door or windowRitual bathAltar or offering

⚠ Safety

Common allergen. Daisy-family or other common allergy. Skip it if you react to ragweed or similar plants.
Avoid in pregnancy. Don't take it internally or use its oil while pregnant or breastfeeding.

Receptive

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Where the traditions place it

Libra — Common practice
Venus — Common practice