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With permission, we got to use these images from this much beloved Tarot Deck for our October event last year on our Discord Server. They make us all so nostalgic now!
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Be careful putting these guys in liquid if you don't want rapid deterioration 💧
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Hilda's herborium: Lemongrass
Per request of @nav-is-bored, these are commonly distributed in the Phillipines!
Scientific name: Cymbopogon citratus
Native Habitat: India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia and Indonesia
Magickal Qualities:
Communication
Protection
Love
Purification
Expelling negative energy
Lust
Balance
Clarity
Description:
Lemongras is a perennial grass in the family Poaceae grown for its fragrant leaves and stalks which are used as a flavoring. The grass grows in dense clumps and has several stiff stems and slender blade-like leaves which droop towards the tips. The leaves are blue-green in color, turning red in the Fall and emit a strong lemon fragrance when damaged. Lemongrass produces large compound flowers on spikes when grown in the tropics, but rarely flowers when grown in more Northern latitudes. Lemon grass can reach a height of 1.8 m (6 ft) and will grow for several years, typically its economical lifespan is 4 years.
Folklore
Lemongrass has been used as a healing herb in folklore for hundreds of years. This tropical plant is used prolifically in many Asian cuisines.
Historically, lemongrass was often used for its oils. During the 17th century, it was distilled and shipped around the world as part of the perfume industry. At the time, there was very little access to personal hygiene facilities, which meant that anyone who considered themselves of a higher class would anoint themselves with scented oils in an attempt to cover up their own smell. Lemongrass was one of the most popular scents though few could afford it due to its high price.
Lemongrass has been a traditional healing herb in its native regions for a long time, the fact that it’s so helpful in reducing fevers has given it the name “fever grass” in some cultures. It’s one of the most popular medicinal plants in Brazil, with many in the Amazon regarding it as a wonderful sedative when taken in tea form.
Lemongrass is a great magickal plant which you can use to promote openness to new ideas or people. It’s great for providing some magickal help if you struggle with communication. Lemongrass is also thought to attract fae.
One of the most famous uses of Lemongrass essential oil is as an effective and natural insect repellent. It is thought that the citronella content of Lemongrass is responsible for its insect repelling abilties. It blocks the scent that attract mosquitoes and other biting insects such as lactic acid and carbon dioxide, making it harder for insects to locate you. Furthermore, research has shown that citronella helps to reduce mosquito landing by 40 percent.
Quotes about Lemongrass
- "I landed in 1980 in Bangkok, and I stopped to eat ten times between the airport and the hotel. It was all lemongrass and ginger and chilies." -Jean-Georges Vongerichten
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Be careful with oil diffusion. Essential oils can be deadly to pets. Keep your familiar safe 🐾
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Imbolc Rituals and Celebrations
Imbolc (celebrated February 1st/2nd) is the rough halfway point between the winter solstice and spring equinox. It's a day to celebrate spring's approach and is one of my personal favorite Sabbats. I love knowing that the sun is slowly returning and I'll be able to start planting my veggie garden soon.
There are a lot of ways to celebrate this holiday, but here are a few of my favorites:
- A feast, or at least a special meal. I have plans to make a warm, hearty curry loaded with veggies tomorrow. Anything rich and hearty with dairy, grain, root/winter veggies, etc is great!
- Bake yourself or your loved ones some fresh bread. Grain is a key part of Imbolc for how well it keeps through the frigid winter months. Oats and barley are some key ones, but wheat is just fine too- use what you have. I often like to make herbed breads to go with warm stews or soups.
- Get a jump-start on your spring cleaning. Clean your house as much as you can, whether it's a top-to-bottom deep clean or just a few chores that have piled up. It's a great way to sweep out any stagnant or negative energies that may have built up. If you live somewhere warm enough, open up your windows to let out the dust and energy.
- Light candles or burn a fire in your hearth. This is a great way to symbolize the light and warmth returning. Consider it similar to inviting the sun into your home. Bonus: burn candles in the colors of Imbolc (red, white, green are most common).
- Tend to some plants, or begin planning your garden for the year. A main point of Imbolc is the celebration of the seeds in the ground that are waiting to sprout. If you've been neglecting your indoor plants, give them a little extra care. If you have plans to start a garden this year, grab a journal and start taking notes on when you will plant, what care each plant you'll be growing needs, and so on.
- Journal, rest, or otherwise practice self-care. Take a warm bath and rest your joints, set some intentions for the coming months, spend some time meditating or practicing some introspection.
These are just a handful of ideas I could think of off the top of my head. I hope you all have a lovely Imbolc!