This week’s magical herb is fennel. Fennel is very aromatic and has a flavor like celery and licorice. Fennel is found in the drink Absinthe, and is often used in Greek and asian dishes, including Chinese Five-spice.

Latin Name: Foeniculum vulgare

Other Names: Funchal

Gender: Masculine

Element: Fire

Planet: Mercury

Sign: Aries, Gemini, Virgo

Day: Wednesday

Deities and Beings: Adonis, Dionysus, Hephaestus, Hermes, Mercury,

Prometheus, Vulcan

Parts Used: Leaf, root, seed

Magical Uses: Anti-sorcery, encourage trust (carry), healing, love, protection, purification, repel evil (hang over door), uncrossing

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.

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