Herb of the Week ~ Garlic
Garlic
Allium Sativum
Parts used: bulb
Other names: The poor man’s treacle
Ruler: Mars
Day: Tuesday
Power: To Will
Element: Fire
Direction: South
Energetic Effect: Masculine, projective, active
Deity: Lilith, Hecate (goddesses), Uriel (archangel), Phaleg (Olympic Spirit)
Magickal uses: aphrodisiac, protection, courage, self-empowerment, passion, guards against evil spirits, exorcism, cleansing
General Information: The bulb itself is medicinal and contains essential oil and is mucilaginous. It’s diaphoretic and expectorant, diuretic and antiseptic. It’s also a stimulant and it stimulates digestion, heals wounds, and reduces swelling.
Preparation: Include in teas and poultices, preparations using apple cider or honey
Excerpted From Herbal Magicka ~ Amazon; Books2Read
Disclaimer:
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