Looking for the perfect herb for a DIY incense or protection sachet? One of the most common (and significant) sorts of magic is magical protection.
Here are some protection herbs to think about if you’re making a particular blend to protect yourself, your loved ones, or your belongings:
1. Angelica
These aromatic roots are carried to defend against all threats. It was first utilized for sickness prevention in medieval Europe.
Some practitioners believe angelica is a little too good at what it does, and that it, like an overprotective parent, may protect you from things you don’t want or need protection from.
2. Anise
Malevolent spirits are repelled by anise. It’s also utilized as a sleeping charm to keep you safe.
To avoid nightmares, put the seeds in your dream pillows. Using anise in your protective measures while working with spirits will keep malevolent spirits at bay.
3. Ash
For individuals who live near or on bodies of water, the ash tree is a good protective charm.
Hanging a piece of ash above your front and rear doors, or distributing ash wood chips throughout your home, will also keep evil spirits away.
If you want to make herbal sachets to display on your doors, ash chips can be included.
4. Balm of Gilead
In love, Balm of Gilead is very protective.
It’s claimed to heal shattered hearts and discourage envious people from sabotaging other people’s relationships.
It is used in the bedroom to maintain marital harmony by preventing conflicts and strife.
5. Bloodroot
When utilized in the home, Bloodroot guards against evil magic.
To keep bad energy and hexes at bay, put it in a pouch and hang it somewhere safe (and high enough out of reach of curious pets or youngsters).
6. Carnation
Passion, vigor, and protection are all attributes associated with red carnations.
They are a flower of physical power that allows the person to defend himself via fighting.
They’ve also been used as a protective talisman and are thought to repel evil when planted in a home garden.
7. Caraway
These inconspicuous little seeds have an intriguing traditional use: theft prevention.
It is stated that anything containing caraway, including a lover, cannot be stolen. It is said that feeding it to livestock will deter them from straying away.
It is thought that putting a dish of it under a child’s cradle will protect them from witches, and it was sprinkled on coffins in Germany to keep evil spirits away from the dead.
8. Holly
With their waxy, spiky foliage, these trees are a fantastic choice for keeping all types of intruders out of your property.
Placing the leaves under your bed protects you from noise and ensures a pleasant, restful sleep.
Just keep them out of reach of children and dogs, as the leaves and berries are poisonous.
Every magical herb, tree, and flower has its own folklore and explanation for why it’s used the way it is.
While you can build a relationship with plants that allows you to deal with them in unusual ways, this list can provide you with a rapid overview and assist you in making appropriate substitutes when necessary.