Camphor

Perfume or incenseIn 1 Signature2 traditions

overview

Camphor is a waxy, white crystal distilled from the camphor laurel of East Asia. Its cold, sharp scent belongs to the Moon and was used for purification and to cool passion.

Uses

Purification
Divination
Cooling unwanted passion
Moon work

ritual

Working with it

Place a small camphor tablet in a dish on a lunar altar, or in a closed sachet with silver and moonstone.

⚠ Safety note for Camphor

ingredient_profile

Botanical name: Cinnamomum camphora
Planet: ☽︎ Moon
Kind: Resin
Element: Water
Works for: Purification Divination Boundaries
Forms: resinpowder
How to use: Altar or offeringSachet or charm bag

⚠ Safety

Poisonous if swallowed. Never eat or drink it. Keep it away from food, children, and pets.
Toxic to pets. Harmful to cats, dogs, or horses. Keep it, and any oil made from it, out of their reach.
Harsh smoke. Burn only small amounts with good ventilation, and never around pets or anyone with asthma.

Receptive

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★ Part of the Signature of

☽︎ Moon· Perfume

Where the traditions place it

Cancer — Common practice
Moon — Common practice, Golden Dawn