Tag: Lammas/Lugnasadh
Remembering All Service People and Animals Worldwide
From WOTC to all
…veterans – men, women, and animals – THANK YOU for your service whether you still walk among us or not for putting yourself in harm’s way so we can enjoy the freedoms we have!
…the family, friends, and other loved ones for the sacrifices you made or will make to support the path your family member, friend, and loved one choose to follow. Because of your sacrifice many countries in the world have many more freedoms than if your loved one and friend choose to stay safely at home.
Thank you to my grandson for his service. Thank you to my daughter, her other son, and their father for your sacrifices in having a love one who is serving
Our wish for you and your military person find peace, love, support to help them to come home again.
Spell For Tomorrow – -Chamomile Tea Protection Spell
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Chamomile Tea Spell
Protection Tea Recipe with Chamomile
Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for Friday
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Friday Source: www.angelfire.com
Friday/Venus: romantic love, friendships, beauty, soulmates, courtship, dating, artistic abilities, harmony, affection, relationships, partners, alliances, grace, luxury, social activity, marriage, decorating, cosmetics, gifts, income, growth, gardening, architects, artists, beauticians, chiropractors, dancers, designers, engineers, entertainers, fashion, music, painting, poetry, household improvements, planning parties, shopping
FRIDAY Anything related to love and relationships will have good results when done this day, which is derived from the Goddess Frigg, the Norse patroness of fertility.
Other correspondences for Friday are: Venus
Rituals: Love, Attraction.
Element: Water
Colour: Green
Number: 7
Friday Source: learningwitchcraft.com
Is associated with Venus
Colours of Green, Pink and White.
Friday is the best time to deal with such things as: Romantic Love, Friendship, Beauty, Soul-mates, Artistic Ability, Affection, Partners, Alliances, Grace, Luxury, Social Activity, Marriage, Decorating, Cosmetics, Gifts, Income, Gardening, Architects, Artists, Beauticians, Chiropractors, Dancers, Designers, Engineers, Entertainers, Fashion, Music, Painting, Poetry, Courtship, Dating, Household Improvements, Planning Parties, Shopping, Herbal Magick, Luck, Fertility, Physical Healing, Balance, Prosperity, Courage, Change, Material Things, Peace, Harmony, Relationships and Success.
Spell For Thursday – Self-Love jar
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LOVE SPELL WARNING: Love spells such as this one take the person who you want to love you free will/spirit away. What happens with a spell like this is the person will become obsessed with you to the point of possibly losing their job, which in turn can make them lose their home, automobile, friends, their family, etc. I have heard of people under love spells dying from not eating or drinking when they are not in the presence of the spellcaster 24/7/365. So, unless you want some who only loves you because of a spell you put on them then go for it. But if you want someone to love you because they feel that emotion towards you then please do not do this spell. The same warning goes for animals, birds, reptiles, or anything else that has a heart and can create a bond with someone.
Self-Love jar
As you add each item into the jar say aloud what you want to gain from the object. When it comes to the bay leaves, using a permanent marker write clear affirmations. Once you have added all your items seal the spell by lighting your candle, allow the wax to drip down to form a wax seal. While the wax is still wet you could place a Rose quartz into the wax.
(One Person’s View) List of the Most Used Gods in Witchcraft
Adonis: Greek – consort of Aphrodite
Anubis: Egyptian – Jackal-headed God responsible for conducting souls to the underworld.
Apollo: Greek & Roman – God of the Sun, twin brother of Artemis
Cernunnos/Kernunnos: Celtic – The Horned God, consort of the Lady.
Dionysus: Greek – God of wine, fertility, and vegetation.
Eros: Greek – God of love and passion.
Herne: Celtic/Saxon – see Cernunnos.
Horus (the elder): Egyptian – God of the all-seeing eye. Has the head of a falcon and the body of a man.
Hymen: Greek – God of marriage and wedding feasts.
Lucifer: Italian – God of light, brother of Diana.
Mithra: Persian – God of the Sun and of victory in war
Odin: Scandinavian – God of the dead and of war. Consort of Freya.
Osiris: Egyptian – Fertility God, brother and consort of Isis.
Pan: Greek – God of nature and of woodland.
Poseidon: Greek – God of the sea.
Ra: Egyptian – God of the Sun. Father of Hathor by Nut.
Shiva: Hindu – God of the cycle of birth-death-rebirth. Consort of Kali.
Thor: Scandinavian – God of the sky and of thunder. Son of Odin
Thoth: Greek – God of wisdom and of writing.
Zeus: Greek – Supreme God. Brother of Demeter.
Spell For Monday – Spell For Goddess Empowerment
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Spell For Goddess Empowerment
For this spell you will need:
One silver or white candle
Moonstone or opal
Ivy or heather
Chamomile or mint oil
Remember magic is all about intention and pleasure, so these ingredients are only a guideline, don’t stress if you cannot source what I have listed, just use whatever is available to you.
Give yourself some quiet, un-interrupted time to cast. Meditate and clear your mind. Anoint the candle with the oil by rubbing it in a clockwise direction on the candle. Sprinkle the herb at the base of the candle or dish around it and place the crystal beside the candle and herbs.
Light the candle as you chant three times: ‘O lovely Lunar Lady empower me, charge me with your energy. For the Highest Good of All. Blessed Be’
Carry the crystal to remind you of your power throughout the day.
Blessed Be )O(
(One Person’s View) Crystals for the Beginner Witch
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List of crystals that every witch should have in their witch toolbox…
Hematite: this is good to use for grounding, protection, and scrying
Rose Quartz: this is good for promoting love and helps fight anxiety and depression.
Clear Quartz: this is good for protection, healing, and clarity.
Selenite: Prevents bad dreams and great for clarity.
Amethyst: Used for protection and helps to rebut effects you don’t want.
These stones will help every witch out there in everyday life and for use during rituals or really anything and everything in your life.
(One Person’s Viewpoint) Herbs: A – Z List (The Medicinal, Spiritual and Magical Uses of…)
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Aloes:
General: Aloes are indigenous to East and South Africa, but have been introduced into the West Indies (where they are extensively cultivated) and into tropical countries, and will even flourish in the countries bordering on the Mediterranean. The drug Aloes consists of the liquid exuded from the transversely-cut bases of the leaves.
Medicinal Use: The drug Aloes is one of the safest and best warm and stimulating purgatives to persons of sedentary habits and phlegmatic constitutions. An ordinary small dose takes from 15 to 18 hours to produce an effect. Its action is exerted mainly on the large intestine, for which reason, also it is useful as a vermifuge. Its use, however, is said to induce Piles. From the Chemist and Druggist (July 22, 1922):
‘Aloes, strychnine and belladonna in pill form was criticized by Dr. Bernard Fautus in a paper read before the Chicago branch of the American Pharmaceutical Society. He pointed out that when given at the same time they cannot possibly act together because of the different speed and duration of the three agents. Aloin is slow in action, requiring from 10 to 12 hours. Strychnine and Atropine, on the other hand, are rapidly absorbed, and have but a brief duration of action.’
Aloes was employed by the ancients and was known to the Greeks as a production of the island of Socotra as early as the fourth century B.C. The drug was used by Dioscorides, Celsus and Pliny, as well as by the later Greek and Arabian physicians, though it is not mentioned either by Hippocrates or Theophrastus.
Spiritual Use: The word Aloes, in Latin Lignum Aloes, is used in the Bible and in many ancient writings to designate a substance totally distinct from the modern Aloes, namely the resinous wood of Aquilaria agallocha, a large tree growing in the Malayan Peninsula. Its wood constituted a drug which was, down to the beginning of the present century, generally valued for use as incense, but now is esteemed only in the East. The Mahometans, especially those in Egypt, regard the Aloe as a religious symbol, and the Mussulman who has made a pilgrimage to the shrine of the Prophet is entitled to hang the Aloe over his doorway. The Mahometans also believe that this holy symbol protects a householder from any malign influence. In Cairo, the Jews also adopt the practice of hanging up the Aloe. In the neighbourhood of Mecca, at the extremity of every grave, on a spot facing the epitaph, Burckhardt found planted a low shrubby species of Aloe whose Arabic name, saber, signifies patience. This plant is evergreen and requires very little water. Its name refers to the waiting-time between the burial and the resurrection morning.
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Arnica:
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One Person’s Viewpoint) HERBS TO AVOID OR USE WITH CAUTION DURING PREGNANCY c. 2012
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HERBS TO AVOID OR USE WITH CAUTION DURING PREGNANCY
Many herbs contain steroids that can affect the baby’s development during pregnancy and/or nursing. Others may be of a mild toxic type, and others may be strong uterine stimulants. Please read this section carefully and take heed.
Angelica – stimulates suppressed menstruation
Black Cohosh – uterine stimulant – mostly used during labor
Blue Cohosh – a stronger uterine stimulant
Borage oil – a uterine stimulant – use only during the last few days of pregnancy
Comfrey – can cause liver problems in mother and fetus – use only briefly, externally only, for treating sprains and strains –
Dong Quai – may stimulate bleeding
Elder – do not use during pregnancy or lactation
Fenugreek – uterine relaxant
Goldenseal – too powerful an antibiotic for the developing fetus, also should not be used if nursing
Henbane – highly toxic
Horsetail – too high in silica for the developing fetus
Licorice Root – can create water retention and/or elevated blood pressure
Motherwort – stimulates suppressed menstruation
Mugwort – can be a uterine stimulant
Nutmeg – can cause miscarriage in large doses
Pennyroyal Leaf – stimulates uterine contractions (NOTE: Pennyroyal essential oil should not be used by pregnant women at any time!) – do not handle if pregnant or nursing
Rue – strong expellant
Shepherd’s Purse – used only for hemmorhaging during/after childbirth
Uva Ursi – removes too much blood sugar during pregnancy and nursing
Yarrow – uterine stimulant
Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondences for Friday
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Friday Source: WitchSwap.com
Associated with the planet Venus, the planet (and Goddess) of love. It is affiliated with the zodiac sign of Taurus and the element of Earth. Venus additionally rules over Libra, which is an air sign, so that can be incorporated as well. Gods/Goddesses: Eros, Aphrodite, Frigg, Lakshmi, Venus and Freya (Friday is often referred to as “Freya’s Day”). It should come as no surprise that Friday is associated with love, sex, beauty and fertility with Venus, Aphrodite, Frigg, Freya and Lakshmi being represented. All of these goddess’ reign over love, beauty or fertility, and oftentimes a combination of all three. If you want to spice up your relationship, conceive a child, perform a sex magick ritual, attract a new lover, or do a glamour magick spell, this is the day. Pink and red are good candle colors to use for any of these spells, however shades of blue and the color green correspond with Friday also. Angels: Auriel, Raguel and Jegudiel
Friday Source: plentifulearth.com
Planet: Venus
Element: Water
Gender: Female
Deities: Aphrodite, Eros, Freya, Venus
Colors: Aqua, Copper Colors, Green, Light Blue, Pink
Crystals: Aventurine, Blue Lace Agate, Copper, Coral, Emerald, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Moonstone, Quartz, Rose Quartz, Selenite
Herbs & Plants: African Violet, Apples, Apple blossoms, Apricot, Barley, Birch, Cardamon, Carnations, Catnip, Columbine, Feverfew, Foxglove, Germanium, Goldenrod, Heather, Hibiscus, Iris, Lilac, Magnolia, Roses, Strawberries, Sweetpea, Thyme
Incenses: Cardamon, Rose, Saffron, Sandalwood, Strawberry, Vanilla, Venus Oil, Yarrow
Energies & Associations: Arts, Beauty, Birth, Fertility, Friendship, Growth, Harmony, Love, Marriage, Music, Nature, Partnerships, Peace, Perfumes, Platonic Love, Lust, Passion, Pleasure, Reconciliation, Relationships, Resolving Relationship Issues, Romance, Sexuality, Social Activities, Transformation
Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for Wednesday
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Wednesday Source: thewitchandwand.com
Wednesday aligns with the planet Mercury. This day is associated with intellectual pursuits, travel, communication, and memory.
Metal: Mercury
Colors: Orange, Yellow, Periwinkle
Gems and Stones: Aventurine, Moss Agate
Botanicals: Fern, Dill, Sweet Pea, Periwinkle, Eucalyptus, Aspen, Lily, Lavender
Spellwork: Communication, Divination, Luck, Travel, Knowledge, Memory
Spell for a Full Moon – Wiccan Full Moon Ceremony and Esbat Ritual Script
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Wiccan Full Moon Ceremony and Esbat Ritual Script
Here is a sample script for a Wiccan full moon ceremony:
Cast the circle
Light candles or incense to mark the boundaries of the sacred space and call forth the elements of air, fire, water, earth, and spirit to protect and empower the ceremony.
For Air: “I call upon the power of Air, bringer of wisdom and clarity. I invite you to join me in this sacred space, and bless this ceremony with your presence.”
For Fire: “I call upon the power of Fire, bringer of passion and energy. I invite you to join me in this sacred space, and bless this ceremony with your presence.”
For Water: “I call upon the power of Water, bringer of emotions and healing. I invite you to join me in this sacred space, and bless this ceremony with your presence.”
For Earth: “I call upon the power of Earth, bringer of stability and growth. I invite you to join me in this sacred space, and bless this ceremony with your presence.”
For Spirit: “I call upon the power of Spirit, bringer of unity and transcendence. I invite you to join me in this sacred space, and bless this ceremony with your presence.”
Invoke the goddess
Invoke the goddess of the moon, such as Aradia, to bless the ceremony and guide your actions. Look to the moon and say:
“Great Aradia, goddess of the moon, I call upon you to join me in this sacred space. Your silver light illuminates the night and guides me on my path. I honor and reverence your power, and ask for your blessing and guidance in this ceremony. May your wisdom and strength fill me, and may your love and grace shine upon me. So mote it be.”
Purification
Cleanse yourself and the sacred space with sage, salt, or moon water to prepare for the ritual. This can be done most simply by lighting a sage stick.
Each person approaches purification differently, and you can use any more elaborate method that you want here.
Offerings and prayers
Offer any food, drink, or other offerings to the goddess, and express your gratitude and intentions for the ceremony.
In this ritual, we will offer honey, as a symbol of sweetness and the moon’s influence on crops. The honey should be produced and placed on a stone before the beginning of the ceremony.
At this point, you can set it out. It will be left here to return to the elements.
Manifestation
Focus on your desires and intentions for the full moon, and use visualization, meditation, or affirmations to bring them into manifestation.
Releasing
Let go of any negative thoughts, emotions, or habits that are holding you back, and offer them to the goddess for transformation.
Say:
“Great elements of Air, Fire, Water, Earth, and Spirit, I thank you for your presence and blessings in this ceremony. I now release you to return to your natural states and ask that any energies or intentions raised during this ritual be sent forth with love and light. May they bring healing, growth, and positivity to all beings and the world. So mote it be.”
Closing the circle
Thank the goddess and the elements for their presence and protection, and close the circle by extinguishing the candles or incense.
By following this script, you can create a meaningful and powerful full moon ceremony that aligns with the energies of the full moon and supports your personal and spiritual growth.
Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondences for Friday
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Flower Meaning, Symbolizes, and Spiritual Meaning – Dianthus
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Dianthus from atozflowers.com
Dianthus is a genus of the Caryophyllaceae family mostly native to Europe and Asia. It contains about 300 species of annuals, perennials and subshrubs.
Most species have simple, narrow leaves and abundant flowers that come in many shapes and colors. These plants are often spicily fragrant and long blooming, making them perfect for bouquets and gardens. They are valued for their beauty, charm, clove-like scent and long-lasting freshness.
Name meaning
The name “Dianthus” comes from the Greek words “dios”, which means “god” and “anthos”, meaning “flower”. It is literally translated as the “heavenly flower”.
Dianthus symbolism
Dianthus has rich history and is deeply embedded in symbolism.
This beautiful flower is considered as the flower of the gods, a divine flower.
It symbolizes admiration, passion, capriciousness, affection, sadness and death, as well as love and gratitude.
Dianthus can also symbolize pride, harmony and family unity.
Interesting facts about Dianthus
Different Varieties of Dianthus
There are many varieties within the Dianthus genus, and some of the most popular varieties include Dianthus caryophyllus (Carnation or Clove Pink), Dianthus barbatus (Sweet William), Dianthus chinensis (China Pink), Dianthus deltoides (Maiden Pink) and Dianthus plumarius (Garden Pink).
If you want to know more about popular varieties of Dianthus, check out our article on 5 Most Beautiful Varieties of Dianthus.
Carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus)
Dianthus caryophyllus, widely known as Carnation or Clove Pink, is the most popular variety of Dianthus.
The common name Carnation is thought to be derived from the Latin “corone”, which means a “garland” or “crown”, since the flowers were used to make ceremonial crowns in Greece.
The Official Mother’s Day Flower
Nowadays, Carnation is the official flower of Mother’s Day in many cultures worldwide and it is traditionally associated with this occasion.
Mother’s Day traditions began with Anna Maria Jarvis (1864 – 1948), who was the founder of Mother’s Day in the United States. She started the trend of wearing Carnation to honor her mother who passed away. After her mother’s death, Anna organized a memorial service in which she sent 500 white Carnations to all the mothers in attendance. The white Carnations was her mother’s favorite flowers. In 1912, Anna formed the Mother’s Day International Association to promote the day. In 1914, President Woodrow Wilson (1856 – 1924) signed Proclamation 1268, creating a national holiday on the second Sunday in May. Today, Jarvis’ legacy lives on in our annual Mother’s Day celebration, honoring all mothers as the heroes of family life.
Benefits and Uses of Carnation
Carnation has been brewed into tea and used as a remedy to reduce fever, stomach aches, chest congestion, female hormonal imbalances and to restore energy.
It was also used to relieve stress, fatigue, depression, insomnia and to treat skin irritations and wrinkles.
Carnations have a rich history that dates back more than 2000 years.
They have inspired many artists throughout history, from ancient Greek and Roman times till today.
Carnations were often used in ancient Greek for ceremonial crowns.
They are one of the most popular wedding flowers. They are pretty, attractive, long-lasting and inexpensive.
These flowers are also popular funeral flowers around the world.
Carnations are widely cultivated for their use as cut flowers and as garden plants. Check out our article to learn more about how to grow and care for Carnations.
Dianthus Plant Data
Flower Meaning, Symbolizes, and Spiritual Meaning – Sunflowers
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Sunflower Meaning, Symbolism, and Mythology
Sunflower meanings include happiness, optimism, honesty, longevity, peace, admiration, and devotion. The sunflower possibly surpasses all others in terms of its universal power to bring joy to people. With a round face and bright yellow petals resembling rays of sunshine, the sunflower has important cultural and spiritual significance to people around the world. In this post, you’ll learn about sunflower symbols and meanings, the sunflower in cultural mythology, and the spiritual significance of the sunflower.
Table of Contents
What does a sunflower symbolize?
Detailed Sunflower Meanings
Spiritual Meaning of the Sunflower
Sunflowers in Mythology and Folklore
Sunflower in Inca Mythology
Native American Sunflower Meanings
Sunflower Symbolism in Greek Mythology
Sunflower in Europe
Sunflower Symbolism in Victorian England
Chinese Sunflower Meanings
Sunflower Tattoo Meaning
Flower Meaning, Symbolize, and Spiritual Meaning – Daisy
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Daisy Source: uniguide.com
Daisy flower meaning and symbolism includes new beginnings, hope, innocence, fun, affection, and other sweet attributes. Daisies are part of the Asteraceae family of flowers, which includes over 32,000 species. Because of their popularity and the fact that daisies can be found on every continent except Antarctica, they are subjects in the mythology and folklore of many cultures around the world. This post will include some of those stories, as well as daisy color and spiritual meanings.
(As a side note, sunflowers are also part of the aster family of flowers, but because they are so distinct and have slightly different meanings, I wrote a separate post on sunflower meanings that you can read here.
“I keep stars in my pockets and wear daisies in my hair but I tuck you tenderly in the folds of my heart and take you everywhere.”
– Melody Lee
What does a daisy symbolize?
Here’s a quick list of what daisies symbolize. We’ll go into more detail on these throughout this post:
New Beginnings
Hope
Innocence
Fertility
Motherhood
Fun
Affection
Fidelity
Stardust
Daisy Symbolism: New Beginnings
Around the world daisy flowers are symbols of new beginnings. Blooming in spring, these charming flowers remind us of fresh starts, sunshine, and renewal. Because of this, they are often given as gifts or planted to welcome new babies into the world.
The name “daisy” actually comes from an Old English term that translates to “day’s eye.” The reason is that, like lotus flowers, daisies open up in the morning to take in the day’s sunshine and then close up again in the evening. So, the daisy reminds us that with each day, there is an opportunity to begin again.
Hope
Because they symbolize new beginnings, daisy flowers are also symbols of hope. They remind us that hope is one of the most powerful tools we have for manifesting better outcomes and a better world. Even disappointments can bring new opportunities. As the saying goes, “When one door closes and another one opens.”
Daisy Meaning: Innocence
As they are symbols of new beginnings and hope, daisy and aster flower meaning is also associated with innocence. As a result, these special flowers are representative of babies and children.
It’s important to keep in mind that innocence can apply to adults too. In this way, daisy meaning is akin to what the Buddhists describe as “having a beginner’s mind.” It means to embody a way of being and an approach to life and situations with the curiosity and enthusiasm of a child. This way, you benefit from having a fresh perspective.
Fertility and Motherhood
Just as they are associated with springtime, newborns and babies, daisies also symbolize fertility and motherhood. In fact, as you’ll read about later in this post, daisy flowers were associated with the Norse goddess Freya, who was a fertility goddess.
Daisy Symbolism: Fun
There is an easy-breezy aspect to daisy flowers. They bloom in spring, when nature is waking up, and they grow easily in a variety of conditions. Not to mention, these flowers are easy to draw. In fact, they were probably the first flowers that many of us drew as kids.
As daisies are associated with children, they are also associated with fun and lightheartedness. After all, children naturally love to laugh and have a good time.
Affection
How many of us have plucked the petals of a daisy as we played the game “He loves me, he loves me not” or “She loves me, she loves me not”? Because daisies grow easily in many locations, they are often the wildflowers picked spontaneously for a bouquet to give to someone you have a crush on. Thus, daisy flower meaning also includes affection and love.
In fact, in Victorian England, where flower symbolism was a popular pastime, giving daisies to someone meant that you returned their affection.
Daisy Meaning: Fidelity
Many of us have made daisy chains by connecting the stems of daisies together. This pastime goes back hundreds of years, to a time when daisy chains were worn as head wreaths or belts. However, the daisy chain is more than a pretty garland, as they symbolize fidelity and eternal love.
Stars
The Latin name for the Asteraceae family of flowers comes from the Latin word for “star,” which is “aster.” These flowers not only resemble bright stars, they’re also named for the Greek goddess Astraea who turned into a star. (You can read more about Astraea in the section on Greek mythology below.)
As symbols for stars, daisies remind us of something fundamental, which is that we all originated from the same source. As Joni Mitchell sang in her song “Woodstock”:
“We are stardust
Billion year old carbon…”
Daisy Color Meanings
Daisies come in a variety of bright colors, and each has special meanings. Here are some of those qualities:
White Daisy
With their white petals and yellow centers, white daisies symbolize innocence and the other classic daisy traits, such as babies, motherhood, hope, and new beginnings. White daisies make lovely gifts for new parents and newborns.
Yellow Daisy
Like sunflower symbolism, yellow daisies symbolize joy, childish fun, hope, and good luck. They make lovely gifts for friends or anyone whose spirits you want to lift.
Orange Daisy
Orange aster flowers symbolize health, healing, and optimism. They also symbolize zany, off-beat fun.
Meaning of Some Types of Flowers c. 2015
Flowers have always been a big feature at weddings, too. As an example, look to the royal flower bouquet in the wedding of Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, to Kate Middleton (now Catherine, Ducchess of Cambridge). Her flowers had very special meaning.
The groom, too, wears a flower that appears in the bridal bouquet in his button-hole. This stems from the Medieval tradition of wearing his Lady’s colors, as a declaration of his love.
One fun idea is to have a garden gathering and have each person bring a flower that has meaning to them. Or, paint tiles on a kitchen island with a flower that represents each of your loved ones.
There is a language, little known,
Lovers claim it as their own.
Its symbols smile upon the land,
Wrought by nature’s wondrous hand;
And in their silent beauty speak,
Of life and joy, to those who seek
For Love Divine and sunny hours
In the language of the flowers.
–The Language of Flowers, London, 1875
Please tell us which flowers have meaning to you! If we are missing one of your favorites, please tell us which one and its meaning.
Wish to grow a flower that has meaning to you or a loved one? Click on the linked plant names for free planting and growing guides.
| Symbolic Meanings of Herbs, Flowers and Trees | |
|---|---|
| Aloe | Healing, protection, affection |
| Angelica | Inspiration |
| Arborvitae | Unchanging friendship |
| Bachelor’s button | Single blessedness |
| Basil | Good wishes |
| Bay | Glory |
| Black-eyed Susan | Justice |
| Carnation | Alas for my poor heart |
| Chamomile | Patience |
| Chives | Usefulness |
| Chrysanthemum | Cheerfulness |
| Clover, white | Think of me |
| Coriander | Hidden worth |
| Crocus, spring | Youthful gladness |
| Cumin | Fidelity |
| Daffodil | Regard |
| Daisy | Innocence, hope |
| Dill | Powerful against evil |
| Edelweiss | Courage, devotion |
| Fennel | Flattery |
| Fern | Sincerity |
| Forget-me-not | Forget-me-not |
| Geranium, oak-leaved | True friendship |
| Goldenrod | Encouragement |
| Heliotrope | Eternal love |
| Holly | Hope |
| Hollyhock | Ambition |
| Honeysuckle | Bonds of love |
| Horehound | Health |
| Hyacinth | Constancy of love, fertility |
| Hyssop | Sacrifice, cleanliness |
| Iris | A message |
| Ivy | Friendship, continuity |
| Jasmine, white | Sweet love |
| Lady’s-mantle | Comforting |
| Lavender | Devotion, virtue |
| Lemon balm | Sympathy |
| Lilac | Joy of youth |
| Lily-of-the-valley | Sweetness |
| Marjoram | Joy and happiness |
| Mint | Virtue |
| Morning glory | Affection |
| Myrtle | The emblem of marriage, true love |
| Nasturtium | Patriotism |
| Oak | Strength |
| Oregano | Substance |
| Pansy | Thoughts |
| Parsley | Festivity |
| Pine | Humility |
| Poppy, red | Consolation |
| Rose, red | Love, desire |
| Rosemary | Remembrance |
| Rue | Grace, clear vision |
| Sage | Wisdom, immortality |
| Salvia, blue | I think of you |
| Salvia, red | Forever mine |
| Savory | Spice, interest |
| Sorrel | Affection |
| Southernwood | Constancy, jest |
| Sweet pea | Pleasures |
| Sweet William | Gallantry |
| Sweet woodruff | Humility |
| Tansy | Hostile thoughts |
| Tarragon | Lasting interest |
| Thyme | Courage, strength |
| Tulip, red | Declaration of love |
| Valerian | Readiness |
| Violet | Loyalty, devotion, faithfulness |
| Willow | Sadness |
| Yarrow | Everlasting love |
| Zinnia | Thoughts of absent friends |
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Overview Flower Meanings: The Language of Flowers
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Flower Meanings: The Language of Flowers from almanac.com
What Does Each Flower Symbolize?
Discover the language of flowers with the Almanac’s complete chart of Flower Meanings. When selecting flowers—for a Mother’s Day bouquet, for your garden, or even for a tattoo, know their meaning.
The History of Flower Meanings
The language of flowers has been recognized for centuries in many countries throughout Europe and Asia. They even play a large role in William Shakespeare’s works. Mythologies, folklore, sonnets, and plays of the ancient Greeks, Romans, Egyptians, and Chinese are peppered with flower and plant symbolism—and for good reason.
Whether you’re giving flowers to a mother for Mother’s Day, a friend on their birthday or a beloved on Valentine’s Day, nearly every sentiment imaginable can be expressed with flowers. The orange blossom, for instance, means chastity, purity, and loveliness, while the red chrysanthemum means “I love you.”
Flower Language of the Victorian Era
Learning the special symbolism of flowers became a popular pastime during the 1800s. Nearly all Victorian homes had, alongside the Bible, guidebooks for deciphering the “language,” although definitions shifted depending on the source.
Following the protocol of Victorian-era etiquette, flowers were primarily used to deliver messages that couldn’t be spoken aloud. In a sort of silent dialogue, flowers could be used to answer “yes” or “no” questions. A “yes” answer came in the form of flowers handed over with the right hand; if the left hand was used, the answer was “no.”
Plants could also express aversive feelings, such as the “conceit” of pomegranate or the “bitterness” of aloe. Similarly, if given a rose declaring “devotion” or an apple blossom showing “preference,” one might return to the suitor a yellow carnation to express “disdain.”
How flowers were presented and in what condition was important. If the flowers were given upside down, then the idea being conveyed was the opposite of what was traditionally meant. How the ribbon was tied said something, too: Tied to the left, the flowers’ symbolism applied to the giver, whereas tied to the right, the sentiment was in reference to the recipient. And, of course, a wilted bouquet delivered an obvious message!
More examples of plants and their associated human qualities during the Victorian era include bluebells and kindness, peonies and bashfulness, rosemary and remembrance, and tulips and passion. The meanings and traditions associated with flowers have certainly changed over time, and different cultures assign varying ideas to the same species, but the fascination with “perfumed words” persists just the same.
Flower Symbolism Chart
See our chart below for meanings of herbs, flowers, and other plants. (Please note: Our chart below reflects mainly Victorian flower language.)
Click on linked plant names for a photo and growing guide.
| Meanings of Herbs, Flowers and Other Plants | |
|---|---|
| Abatina | Fickleness |
| Acanthus | The fine art, Artifice |
| Aloe | Affection, also Grief |
| Amaryllis | Pride |
| Anemone | Forsaken |
| Angelica | Inspiration |
| Apple blossom | Preference |
| Arborvitae | Unchanging friendship |
| Aster | Symbol of love, Daintiness |
| Baby’s breath | Everlasting Love |
| Bachelor’s button | Single blessedness |
| Basil | Good wishes |
| Bay tree | Glory |
| Begonia | Beware |
| Belledonna | Silence |
| Bittersweet | Truth |
| Black-eyed Susan | Justice |
| Bluebell | Humility |
| Borage | Bluntness, Directness |
| Butterfly weed | Let me go |
| Calla lily | Beauty |
| Camellia, pink | Longing for you |
| Camellia, red | You’re a flame in my heart |
| Camellia, white | You’re adorable |
| Candytuft | Indifference |
| Carnation | Fascination, Female love, Mother’s love |
| – Red carnation | Alas for my poor heart, My heart aches, Deep love |
| – White carnation | Innocence, pure love, sweet love |
| – Pink carnation | I’ll never forget you |
| – Striped | Refusal |
| – Yellow carnation | Disdain, Disappointment, Rejection |
| Chamomile | Patience in adversity |
| Chives | Usefulness |
| Chrysanthemum, red | I love you |
| Chrysanthemum, yellow | Slighted love |
| Chrysanthemum, white | Truth |
| Clematis | Mental beauty |
| Clematis, evergreen | Poverty |
| Clover, white | Think of me |
| Columbine | Foolishness, Folly |
| – Columbine, purple | Resolution |
| – Columbine, red | Anxious, Trembling |
| Coreopsis | Always cheerful |
| Coriander | Hidden worth/merit |
| Crab blossom | Ill nature |
| Crocus, spring | Cheerfulness, Youthful gladness |
| Cyclamen | Resignation, Diffidence, Goodbye |
| Daffodil | Regard, Unequalled love |
| Dahlia, single | Good taste |
| Daisy | Innocence, Loyal love, I’ll never tell |
| Daylily | Chinese emblem for mother |
| Dill | Powerful against evil |
| Edelweiss | Courage, Devotion |
| Fennel | Flattery |
| Fern | Magic, Fascination, Secret bonds of love |
| Forget-me-not | True love memories, Do not forget me |
| Gardenia | You’re lovely, Secret love |
| Geranium | Folly, Stupidity |
| Gladiolus | Flower of the Gladiators, Integrity, Strength, Victory |
| Goldenrod | Encouragement, Good fortune |
| Heliotrope | Eternal love, Devotion |
| Hibiscus | Delicate beauty |
| Holly | Defense, Domestic happiness |
| Hollyhock | Ambition |
| Honeysuckle | Bonds of love |
| Hyacinth | Sport, Game, Play |
| – Blue Hyacinth | Constancy |
| – Purple Hyacinth | Sorrow |
| – Yellow Hyacinth | Jealousy |
| – White Hyacinth | Loveliness, Prayers for someone |
| Hydrangea | Gratitude for being understood, Frigidity and heartlessness |
| Hyssop | Sacrifice, Cleanliness |
| Iris | Faith, trust, Wisdom, Hope, Valor |
| Ivy | Affection, Friendship, Fidelity |
| Jasmine, white | Sweet love, Amiability |
| Jasmine, yellow | Grace; Elegance |
| Lady’s Slipper | Capricious beauty |
| Larkspur | Open heart, Levity, Lightness, Fickleness (pink or simple varieties). |
| Lavender | Distrust |
| Lemon balm | Sympathy |
| Lilac | Joy of youth |
| Lily (white) | Virginity, Purity, Heavenly |
| Lily (yellow) | Happy, Gay, Walking on air |
| Lily (orange) | Hatred |
| Lily, tiger | Wealth, Pride |
| Lily-of-the-valley | Sweetness, Tears of the Virgin Mary, Humility |
| Lotus Flower | Purity, Enlightenment, Self-regeneration, and Rebirth |
| Magnolia | Nobility, Love of nature |
| Marigold | Grief, Jealousy |
| Marjoram | Joy, Happiness |
| Mint | Virtue |
| Morning glory | Affection |
| Myrtle | Good luck, Love in a marriage |
| Nasturtium | Patriotism, Conquest, Victory in Battle |
| Oak | Strength |
| Oregano | Substance |
| Pansy | Thoughts |
| Parsley | Festivity |
| Peony | Bashful, Happy life, Shame |
| Pine | Humility, Piety |
| Poppy | Consolation |
| Rhododendron | Danger, beware |
| Rose, red | Love, I love you |
| Rose, dark crimson | Mourning |
| Rose, pink | Happiness |
| Rose, white | Innocence, Heavenly, I’m worthy of you |
| Rose, yellow | Jealousy, Decrease of love, Infidelity |
| Rosemary | Remembrance |
| Rue | Grace, Clear vision |
| Sage | Wisdom, Immortality |
| Salvia, blue | I think of you |
| Salvia, red | Forever mine |
| Savory | Spice, Interest |
| Snapdragon | Deception, Graciousness |
| Sorrel | Affection |
| Southernwood | Constancy, Jest |
| Spearmint | Warmth of sentiment |
| Speedwell | Feminine fidelity |
| Sunflower, dwarf | Adoration |
| Sunflower, tall | Haughtiness |
| Sweet pea | Blissful pleasures, Goodbye, Thank you for a lovely time |
| Sweet William | Gallantry |
| Sweet woodruff | Humility |
| Tansy | Hostile thoughts, Declaring war |
| Tarragon | Lasting interest |
| Thyme | Courage, strength |
| Tulip, red | Passion, Declaration of love |
| Tulip, yellow | Sunshine in your smile |
| Valerian | Readiness |
| Violet | Watchfulness, Modesty, Faithfulness |
| Willow | Sadness |
| Yarrow | Everlasting love |
| Zinnia | Thoughts of absent friends, Lasting affection |
Flower Meanings by Color
Flowers provide an incredibly nuanced form of communication. Some plants, including roses, poppies, and lilies, could express a wide range of emotions based on their color alone.
Take, for instance, all of the different meanings attributed to variously colored carnations: Pink meant “I’ll never forget you”; red said “my heart aches for you”; purple conveyed capriciousness; white was for “the sweet and lovely”; and yellow expressed romantic rejection.
Likewise, a white violet meant “innocence,” while a purple violet said that the bouquet giver’s “thoughts were occupied with love.” A red rose was used to openly express feelings of love, while a red tulip was a confession of love. The calla lily was interpreted to mean “magnificent beauty,” and a clover said, “think of me.”
Unsurprisingly, the color of the rose plays a huge role. Red roses symbolize love and desire, but roses come in a variety of colors, and each has its own meaning.
White rose: purity, innocence, reverence, a new beginning, a fresh start.
Red rose: love; I love you.
Deep, dark crimson rose: mourning.
Pink rose: grace, happiness, gentleness.
Yellow rose: jealousy, infidelity.
Orange rose: desire and enthusiasm.
Lavender rose: love at first sight.
Coral rose: friendship, modesty, sympathy.
What Wedding Flowers Mean
One tradition is to select the flowers of a wedding bouquet based on plant symbolism. As an example, look to the royal flower bouquet in the wedding of Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, to Kate Middleton (now Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge). Her all-white bouquet had lily-of-the-valley (representing trustworthiness, purity), sweet William (gallantry), hyacinth (loveliness), myrtle (love in marriage), and ivy (continuity). Altogether, these flowers’ meanings reveal the hope of a loving, everlasting marriage.
The groom, too, wore a flower that appeared in the bridal bouquet in his button-hole. This stems from the Medieval tradition of wearing his Lady’s colors as a declaration of his love.
One fun modern idea is to give each bridesmaid a bouquet featuring a signature flower whose meaning suits her personality.
There is a language, little known,
Lovers claim it as their own.
Its symbols smile upon the land,
Wrought by nature’s wondrous hand;
And in their silent beauty speak,
Of life and joy, to those who seek
For Love Divine and sunny hours
In the language of the flowers.
–The Language of Flowers, London, 1875
Spell – Strength and Hope Candle Dressing
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Strength and Hope Candle Dressing
Evergreens of all kinds are brought indoors for decorations during the winter months because they are symbols of hope and reminder that growth will prevail. Trees like pine, cedar and spruce stand strong and sturdy even in the harshest climates, displaying resilience and an amazing ability to survive in the face of adversity. This candle dressing can be incorporated into winter rituals or used on its own for spells for strength and endurance during difficult times. YOu might be able to find all the plant materials of this recipe in your own area.
You will need
For Anointing:
1 drop pine oil
1 drop peppermint oil
Than mix together
1 teaspoon dried pine needles
1 teaspoon dried cedar leaves
1 teaspoon dried crushed pinecone pieces
As you mix the dried plants, focus on the resilient toughness of a giant pine tree standing tall and strong despite all that works against it. Imagine yourself possessing the same majestic qualities. Anoint and dress a white, red or green candle.
Source: Kate Freuler Llewellyn’s Witches’ Datebook 2023 page 37
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