Rosemary - The Mundane and the Magical 101
Native to the Mediterranean this shrub has been valued as a brain tonic since Ancient Egyptian times. In the days of the ancient Greeks, Rosemary was valued by students revising exams and is still used for memory today along with some very tasty dishes.
Family: Labiate
Native to: Mediterranean
Parts harvested: Arial parts
Soil Type: Free draining dry or coastal sites
Watering: Every 1-2 weeks if grounded, Once a week if potted
Harvest when: Mid-May to mid-summer
Plant when: Spring
Sun position: Full sun
CAUTIONS: Avoid if pregnant. ALWAYS check with your local herbalist and doctor before consuming any medicinal medicine as they will be able to direct you on proper dosages. Some medications can also interact and so can some conditions with certain herbs.
Uses in Herbalism and healing:
Within digestion to protect the stomach lining from irritation and inflammation. To reduce bleeding and diarrhea.
An excellent brain tonic, increases blood flow to the brain, clears the mind, heightens alertness, improves concentration and memory.
Reduces inflammation and muscle tension. Makes a great migraine and headache cure.
As a hot tea Rosemary relieves fevers, sore throats, colds, flus and chest infections
Reduces heavy menstrual bleeding
Enhances elimination of wastes
Relives pain in arthritis
Can be made into oils, salves, honeys and teas
Uses in Magic:
Planet: Sun
Element: Fire
Very cleansing when burned, rids space of negativity and purifies space
Drives away nightmares and promotes good sleep when places under pillow
Aids memory and concentration
Aids in protection when burned or used in spellwork
Aids in clarity overall (situations, metal, etc)
Used traditionally in healing dolls to promote vitality and purification
To wash the hands before healing work, to cleanse the energy field
Typically a fantastic supplement for Frankincense
Grow Rosemary at your doorstep for this herbal ally to protect your home
Recipes:
Rosemary herbal infused oil
What's an infused oil? An infused oil is a herb that has been steeping in an oil such as olive oil for cooking or even magical purposes. This is NOT an essential oil! Today I’m going to teach you a folk method.
Supplies needed: Dried rosemary, oil of choice (Recommend olive oil for cooking)
Kitchenware: Grinder (If using whole herb), two 1-quart mason jars with lids, paper bag and cheesecloth.
Instructions: Fill the mason jar half way with dried coarsely ground Rosemary. Add oil to reach the top of the jar and close the lid tightly. Place the jar in the paper bag and store in a warm place. Shake the jar for several minutes twice a day for 1-2 weeks. Then strain the oil into another jar, secure the lid, and let sit for a few more days. Strain the oil again with a fine cheesecloth. Pour the herbal oil in a clean, dry jar and store in a cool dark place.
Will last 1-2 weeks stored out of the fridge, will last up to a year in the fridge.
Sources and reading material:
Please remember while I provide sources, some content is my own UPG from working for years intuitively with this herbal ally. What you do not see from my sources assume it is my UPG and take what information you will. Always cross reference and research yourself. All medical knowledge will be sourced.
Books:
Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs (Expanded and Revised Edition) by Scott Cunningham
Herbal Remedies for Everyday Living by Anne McIntyre
The Complete Herbal Tutor by Anne McIntyre
UPDATED: 3/29/24
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The result of the last wildharvesting trip of 2023: 18 Canarian Wormwood sticks, 42 Moorish Sage sticks, one tray of handcut leaves of each plant for incenses, herbal powders, and oils, and five bundle of sage wood sticks for ritual fires. Very, very grateful for my Cuadro's guidance, who told me to (unexpectedly) go wildharvesting at a specific location three days ago. It feels so lucky that this is one of the last works of the year!
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