Arethusa's Garden
Inclusions
for
Herbal Amulets
and Their
Symbolic Meanings
| Almond: "Hope". |
Lavender: A charm against the evil eye. |
| Aloe: "Healing", "Shelter from Harm". |
Lemon Balm: An amulet of regeneration. Wearing it made one happy and loved by all. "Wishes will be fulfilled". |
| Anise:
Aphrodisiac. |
Lilac (Purple): "First emotions of love." |
| Asafoetida: Protection from illness. |
Lily-of-the-Valley:
"Return of Happiness". |
| Basil: "Romance". |
Lovage: An amulet to bring love. |
| Bay: "Glory". Also a powerful amulet of protection, and will attract love. |
Marjoram: Amulet for Joy and Happiness. |
| Bergamot: "The Enchantress." |
Mint: Virtue and Wisdom. |
| Betony (Lambs Ears): Guards against harm & wards off evil spirits. | Mustard Seed: Good luck charm. |
| Borage: Amulet for Courage. |
Nasturtium:
Aphrodisiac. |
| Caraway: Keeps Lovers True. |
Nutmeg: Amulet to Increase Clarity of Thought |
| Cardamom: Will bring peaceful thoughts. |
Olive: Peace |
| Catnip: Amulet for courage. |
Oregano: Will banish sadness. |
| Chamomile: "All who know you will love you", Worn as an amulet to provide Energy in Adversity. |
Parsley: Festivity, Rejoicing. |
| Chervil:
"Sincerity". |
Peppermint: "Warmth of Feeling". |
| Chicory: Removing Obstacles. |
Plantain: Wards off the Evil Eye. |
| Chives: Protection from evil and negativity. Healing. Promotes Psychic Powers. |
Purple Coneflower:
Amulet for strength. |
| Chrysanthemum (red): "I Love You". |
Rose: (White & red rose together): "Unity". (Red): Love |
| Cinnamon: "The Temptress". |
Rosemary: Will improve memory and protect from illness. An herb sacred to friendship, and a strong protective amulet. |
| Clover: "Be Mine". Good Luck, and Protection against evil and witchcraft. "Think of me". |
Rue: Promotes psychic abilities, & wards off the Evil Eye. |
| Cloves: Amulet for lasting friendship. "Dignity." |
Saffron: Aphrodisiac. "Mirth, Laughter." |
| Coriander: "Hidden Merit." Amulet has powers of Immortality. |
Sage: Alleviate grief, promote memory and immortality. Amulet forAgelessness, Wisdom, Esteem. |
| Cumin: Amulet for Faithfulness and Fidelity. |
Savory: A powerful ingredient in all Egyptian love potions. |
| Dill: Amulet for Protection, Wards off Evil. |
Scented Geranium:
Spiritual Happiness, Calm. |
| Eucalyptus:
Protection. |
Shamrock:
Lightheartedness. |
| Fennel: Amulet for courage, strength and long life. |
Sorrel: "Refreshes the Spirit", Affection. |
| Forget-Me-Not: Faithfulness, True Love. |
Southernwood:
"Constancy". Intense aphrodisiac powers. |
| Garlic: Protection against evil spirits. Would ward off the Evil Eye, Demons, Vampires & Werewolves. |
Star Anise:
Carried as a good luck charm. |
| Holly: Amulet for Foresight. |
Tarragon: "Lasting Commitment". |
| Hyssop:
Purification. |
Thyme: Activity, Strength, Courage, Bravery. |
| Iris: Pure heart, courage, faith. |
Tulip (red): Declaration of Love. |
| Ivy: Friendship, Fidelity, Marriage. |
Violet: Loyalty |
| Johnny-Jump-Up: Love Charm |
Walnut: Strong Mental Powers. |
| Juniper: Purification, and Protection. |
Zinnia: "Thoughts of Absent Friends." |
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