Welcome to the magickal world of sacred herbs used in magick, with our Herbal Grimoire. Discover the secrets of different plants that we stock here at The Crescent Moon and how they can help us in our spiritual practices. From the calming touch of lavender to the protective power of sage, each herb has its own special story and uses. Join me as we learn about the most common and widely used sacred herbs and how to use them to bring some ancient earth magick into our daily lives. We will continue to update the herbal grimoire as we add to our sacred herb collection.
Our herbal grimoire is based on uses for magickal intent only. We, at no stage have the relevant information or experience to be recommending herbs for consumption or medical purposes. Please consult a thorough herb book or qualified herbalist for other uses, as some herbs, barks, berries and roots can be poisonous upon consumption.
A HERBAL GRIMOIRE
AGRIMONY: Agrimony is commonly used in spells and magick for protection, banishing negative energies, ensuring restful sleep, and promoting truth and honesty. It can be incorporated into ritual baths, incense blends, amulets, or used to anoint candles.
ANGELICA ROOT: Angelica root is valued for its properties of healing, protection, and exorcism. It helps counter negative energies, darkness, and the effects of winter or decay. Carrying it can attract love and purity. Angelica root is also used to purify the home, workplace, sacred spaces, and magical tools..
ASH: ( Charcoal not the Tree) Ash is used in spells and magick for protection, purification, and grounding. Ash is also used to banish negativity and represent the element of fire. Black salt is used in spells and magick for protection, banishing, and absorbing negative energy. It is often sprinkled around doorways or windows to keep out harmful influences, used in rituals to remove negativity, or added to spell jars and sachets for protection. Black salt is typically made of sea salt mixed with charcoal, ash, and sometimes herbs or black pepper.
BASIL: Basil is used in spells and magick for purification, prosperity, and love. It is believed to ward off negative energies, attract wealth, enhance relationships, and bring luck when used in charms and sachets.
BAY LEAVES: Bay leaves are valued in spells and magick for their protective properties, aiding in wishes and divination rituals. They symbolize wisdom and strength, often used to enhance spiritual insights and promote clarity.
BENZOIN: Benzoin resin is prized in spells and magick for its purifying and uplifting qualities, often used to banish negative energy and attract prosperity. It is burned as incense to create a sacred atmosphere and enhance spiritual awareness, promoting peace and harmony in rituals and meditation.
BERGAMOT: Bergamot is utilized in spells and magick for its uplifting and calming properties, often incorporated to attract prosperity and success. It is associated with promoting happiness and enhancing creativity, commonly used in rituals and spellwork to bring about positive energy, health, wealth and emotional balance.
BLACK PEPPER: Black pepper is used in spells and magick for protection, banishing negativity, and adding potency to spells. It is believed to ward off evil influences, enhance courage, and bring about favorable outcomes in situations requiring strength and resilience.
BLACK SNAKE ROOT: Black snake root is a plant native to North America. It's used in traditional practices to help with courage, attract love, and clear negative energy from a space. Carry it for bravery, put it in a charm bag for love, or use its tea to freshen up your home.
BLESSED THISTLE: Blessed Thistle is a sacred herb known for its powers of purification and protection. It is often used to shield the home from negative influences, such as illness or unwanted visitors. Traditionally, the herb is placed in a bowl and kept in the home to ward off negative energies and promote a safe, positive environment.
CALENDULA: Calendula, or marigold, holds significance in magick and spells for its association with the sun and its vibrant yellow and orange petals. It is used to invoke solar energies, vitality, and strength in spells related to success, prosperity, and protection. Place satchets of calendula around your house can create a protective barrier.
CEDARWOOD: Cedarwood is revered in spells and magick for its grounding properties, promoting stability, protection, luck and strength. It's used to ward off negative influences, enhance spiritual strength, and aid in meditation and manifestation rituals, aligning practitioners with earthy energies for balance and clarity.
CHAMOMILE: Chamomile is known for its calming and soothing properties, aiding in relaxation, peace, and sleep spells. It's also used for purification rituals, promoting inner harmony, and attracting prosperity and abundance through its gentle energy.
CINNAMON: Cinnamon is used in spells and magick to bring energy and passion, especially for success and creativity. It's great for rituals seeking prosperity, protection, and enhancing intuition, adding warmth and power to your intentions.
CLOVES: Cloves are used in spells and magick for their protective and purifying properties, warding off negative energy and bringing clarity. They're also used to attract prosperity and enhance spiritual strength, promoting luck and positive outcomes in rituals and charms.
COMFREY ROOT: Comfrey root is a sacred herb associated with protection and health. It is often carried to ensure safety during travel, providing a sense of security on journeys. Beyond travel, comfrey root is also considered a general protector, promoting overall well-being and guarding against harm or misfortune.
CORRIANDER: Coriander is used to attract love, prosperity, and happiness, and it enhances spells aimed at enhancing psychic abilities.
CORNFLOWER: Cornflower, also known as batchelor's button in Australia, is used in magick for love spells, fertility, and improving psychic abilities, aiding in romantic matters and enhancing intuition in divination.
DANDELION ROOT: Dandelion root is a sacred herb linked to luck, success, and psychic growth. It's believed to help fulfill wishes—simply write your wish on a piece of paper, wrap with the herbs, and toss it over your shoulder. Dandelion root can also be used in sun incenses to enhance their power or added to incenses to strengthen spirit communication.
ELDER FLOWER: Elder flower is a sacred herb in magick known for its protective and healing qualities, and its strong connection to feminine energies, especially those of Venus and Earth goddesses. It is often used in spells for protection, purification, and to enhance spiritual work. Wearing elder flowers or scattering them in the wind is believed to provide protection from harm, negativity, and unwanted influences. The herb can also be used in incense blends dedicated to Venus, the element of air, or to invoke earth goddesses, helping to strengthen connections to divine feminine energies, enhance love, and promote spiritual growth.
FRANKINCENSE: Frankincense is used in spells for purification and spiritual elevation, used to cleanse spaces and enhance meditation, connecting with higher realms in rituals. Ancient cultures used frankincense for spiritual rituals, purification ceremonies, and as an offering to deities.
GALANGAL ROOT: Galangal root, also known as "lo-john," is a powerful herb in spells and magickal practices, often used for protection, luck, and psychic enhancement. Carrying galangal root on the body is believed to shield against negativity and attract good luck. It is often placed in medicine pouch and worn as a talisman for personal protection and to draw positive energy. Burning galangal root as incense is said to amplify psychic abilities and intuition, making it useful for divination or scrying sessions. Additionally, galangal incense is thought to clear away harmful influences and promote spiritual clarity.
HAWTHORN BERRIES: Hawthorn berries are used to ward off negative energy and bring courage to those who carry them. Many people use hawthorn in their spells to enhance love and passion, making it a popular choice for those seeking to strengthen their romantic relationships.In addition to its associations with love and protection, hawthorn is also thought to bring good luck and good health.
IRISH MOSS: Irish moss, also called carrageen, is a sacred herb used in spells for money, protection, and luck. It is believed to attract wealth and steady income, often used in money spells, charm bags, or sprinkled around the home or business for good fortune. For protection, Irish moss can be carried or placed by doorways to keep away negativity and danger. It is also used to ensure safe travel and avoid accidents. As a general good luck charm, it can be added to sachets, baths, or scattered in spaces to bring blessings and positive energy.
JASMINE FLOWERS: The soft white flowers are thought to offer protection and calm the mind, making them perfect for rituals seeking peace and tranquility. Known for their sweet smell, jasmine flowers are believed to bring positive energy and help with spiritual growthJasmine is also linked to good luck and success.
JUNIPER BERRIES: Juniper berries are valued in spiritual practices, especially in incense and magic. Their fresh, piney scent is believed to protect and cleanse negative energy. They are often used in spells to purify spaces and provide safety. You can hang a sachet of juniper berries above a doorway for protection. Juniper berries also help enhance spiritual awareness, making them ideal for rituals seeking clarity and guidance.
LAVENDER: Lavender is widely used in healing for its calming and soothing properties. It can be added to sachets or oils to help with recovery from illness or stress. Many people use lavender to promote restful sleep by placing it in pillows or diffusing its oil in the bedroom.
LEMON BALM: Lemon balm, known as a sacred herb in magic and spells, is valued for its uplifting and calming properties. It is often used to attract love, success, and healing. Lemon balm is believed to bring clarity and joy to those who use it, making it ideal for rituals that involve mental clarity, emotional balance, and spiritual growth.
LICORICE ROOT: Licorice root is a potent herb in magick, used for love, lust, fidelity and persuasion. It enhances authority, confidence, and influence in spells, and helps maintain fidelity and intensify romance in love magic. It also strengthens domination spells and protects against manipulation. Licorice root can be burned as incense, carried in sachets, or used in oils for empowerment and to sweeten dispositions.
MEADOWSWEET: Meadowsweet is a sacred herb used in incense and magick for its loving and calming effects. It helps attract love, promotes peace, and brings happiness. When used in spells or burned as incense, meadowsweet can help with connecting to your intuition, making you feel more peaceful and joyful. It also supports divination practices by helping to open the mind and enhance intuitive insights.
MUGWORT: Mugwort is a versatile sacred herb cherished for its powerful properties in incense and magical practices, especially for enhancing psychic abilities and providing protection. Used as a general psychic herb to heighten your intuitive senses and safeguard your spiritual journey.
MULLEIN: Mullein is a unique herb and has been known throughout history for its ability to ward off negative spirits and energies. It is also associated with boosting courage and serves as a protective element, making it a popular choice for rituals aimed at spiritual protection and inner strength.
PATCHOULI LEAF: Patchouli leaves hold a special place as a sacred herb in magical traditions, especially for rituals involving love, wealth, and enhancing sexual energy. They are known for their ability to repel negative energies effectively. Patchouli is also used for clairvoyance and using incense to connect with spiritual guidance and divination. Additionally, it is used in charms to promote fertility, making it a versatile and important herb in various spiritual and magical practices.
RED CLOVER: Red clover is a helpful herb in magick and spells, known for its powers of protection, luck, and strength. It is often used to bring good luck, especially for wealth and money matters. Red clover can also be used to bless animals, offering them safety and good health. This herb is great for adding to spells that aim to protect, attract luck, or boost courage and energy. Its bright, cheerful flowers are seen as a sign of good fortune and positive change.
ROSE PETALS: Rose petals are widely used in spells and magic and are particularly associated with love spells, believed to attract romantic love and strengthen existing relationships. Roses symbolize love, beauty and purity, making rose petals a powerful ingredient in rituals aimed at enhancing these qualities in oneself or others. Perfect to sprinkle around in self care ritual baths that promote emotional healing, self love, courage and self confidence.
RUE: Rue is a powerful sacred herb with a long history in magick for its strong protective and cleansing qualities. It is often used in hex-breaking spells to remove negative energies and blockages, making it a classic choice for those seeking to protect themselves from harm or unwanted influences. In protection magick, rue acts as a shield against negative forces, helping to keep your space and personal energy safe. It is also known for enhancing psychic powers, making it easier to tap into your intuitive abilities. Ancient love spells frequently call for rue, as it is believed to bring clarity and strength to romantic matters. Additionally, rue is valued for its healing properties, supporting both emotional and spiritual well-being. Its distinctive aroma makes it a key herb in various magickal workings, ensuring protection, love, and empowerment.
SKULLCAP: Skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora) is an herb often used in magickal practices, particularly for its calming and protective properties. It has a long history in folk magic and herbalism, and its energies are often associated with love, fidelity, and peace. Skullcap can be used in various forms: as incense, in sachets or charm bags, in bath rituals, or as an offering to spirits, deities, or ancestors associated with love, peace, or healing.
ST JOHNS WORT: St. John's Wort is a well-known herb that many believe can keep away negative energy and spirits. You can hang it in your house or carry it in a medicine pouch for protection and courage. It is beneficial to burn as incense when you're cleaning your magical space and tools. It's thought to be especially powerful during midsummer rituals where traditionally it was hung above doorways for protection against evil. The Celts revered St Johns Wort and considered it a sacred sun herb.
VALERIAN ROOT: Valerian root has a rich history in magical practices and spells, particularly among followers of the old earth religions. It was highly valued for its ability to bring about calming and soothing effects, making it useful in rituals aimed at promoting peace, tranquility, and sleep. Its also believed to ward off negative energies and promote relaxation, often incorporating it into incense blends or carrying it as an amulet in medicine bags for protection during spiritual practices.
VERVAIN: Vervain, also called verbena, is a powerful herb in magic that boosts the strength of spells, especially those related to love. It's believed to intensify magical workings, making intentions more potent. Vervain is also associated with enhancing dreams and providing protection against negativity.
WHITE WILLOW BARK: White willow bark is known for its soothing and purifying qualities. Burn as an incense when working with the feminine and the goddess and burn outdoors on a waning moon.White willow bark aids in spiritual healing, promoting inner peace and bringing a sense of clarity.
WITCH HAZEL: Witch hazel is valued for its protective and healing properties. Traditionally, it has been used in spells and rituals aimed at purification, cleansing, and banishing negativity from one's life or space and encouraging love and healing of a broken heart.
WORMWOOD: Wormwood is a powerful sacred herb often used in spells and magick for its strong protective and purifying qualities. It is known for its ability to enhance spiritual awareness and strengthen intuition. In magickal practices, wormwood is used to clear negative energy, promote deep meditation, and ward off unwanted influences. It’s also believed to help in divination and enhance the effectiveness of rituals so its perfect to burn as an incense while using a pendulum. Its distinct, aromatic presence makes it a key ingredient in many magickal workings.
Please check back regularly for updates to our Herbal Grimoire as we expand our stock of sacred herbs and resins and add further information to this blog.