This week’s magical herb is sesame. Sesame seeds are basically bland, until toasted, when they become nutty, rich and wonderful. Commonly found stuck to American hamburger buns, they’re used expertly in Chinese and Japanese dishes.

Latin Name: Sesamum indicum

Other Names: Simsim

Gender: Masculine

Element: Fire

Planet: Sun

Sign: Leo

Day: Sunday

Deities and Beings: Ganesha, Hecate, Helios, Sol

Parts Used: Seed

Magical Uses: Lust, money

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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