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Valerian
Valeriana officinalis

Origin: India

Properties: Venus, Feminine, Water

Powers: Love, Sleep, Purification, Protection

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Magickal Uses

The rather ill-smelling root, powdered, is used in protective sachets, hung in the home to guard it against lightning, and placed in pillows to aid in falling asleep.

A sprig of the plant pinned to a woman's clothing will cause men to "follow her like children". Valerian root is also added to love sachets.

If a couple is quarreling introduce some of this herb into the area, all will soon be calm.

The Greeks hung a sprig of valerian under a window to charm away evil.

Valerian root, powdered, is sometimes used as "graveyard dust".

Herbal Information (excluding Medicinal) from: Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magickal Herbs by Scott Cunningham Copyright ©1985, Scott Cunningham. Llewellyn Publications. Buy It Now!

Medicinal Uses

Parts used: Roots and Rhizome

Valerian has been used to treat sleep disorder because of its sedative properties. Not to be confused with or compared to Valium, which is much stronger, and can become addictive.

As with any medicine, use care and knowledge when taking herbs. Their medicine can be strong and effective when used properly. For dosage and side effects seek the advice of a health care practitioner.

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