This week’s magical herb is clove. Coves have a strong, pungent flavor and aroma. Cloves are found in garam masala and are popular in Indian dishes. In the US they are often found in eggnog and holiday desserts.

Latin Name: Syzygium aromaticum

Other Names: Unknown

Gender: Masculine

Element: Fire

Planet: Jupiter, Sun

Sign: Aries, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Pisces, Leo

Day: Sunday, Thursday

Deities and Beings: Jupiter, Zeus

Parts Used: Flower, leaf

Magical Uses: Banishing, divination, exorcism, inspiration, love, lust, money, protection, purification, releasing, stop gossip, stop negative thinking, wealth (burn), wisdom

If you’re interested in more magickal herbs, check out the full Magical Herb of the Week series.

Want to know even more about magical herbs? Check out The Herbal Magic Correspondences Guide for information on nearly 600 herbs and plants.

Briana Blair

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