Herb of the Week – Calamus
Botanical Name: Arcorus calamus Common Names: Bee Wort, Bitter Pepper Root, Calamus, Sweet Flag, Myrtle Flag, Myrtle Grass, Gladdon, Sweet Cane, Sweet Grass, Sweet Root Gender: Feminine Planetary Influence: Sun and Moon Element: Water and Fire Magical Uses: Luck, healing, money, abundance, protection, controlling / compelling This is an important magical plant that has been […]
Herb of the Week – Vervain
Herb of the Week –Vervain –(Verbena hastata, & Verbena officinalis) This herb has long been with us throughout the world’s cultures. Among its common names are Witch’s or Enchanter’s Herb, Herb of the Cross, Juno’s Tears, Herb of Grace, and counter-magic herb. The Greeks, Romans, Egyptians, Hebrews, and Indigenous Native Americans all used vervain in […]
The Timeless Allure of Blue Lotus
The flower, commonly referred to as the Egyptian Blue Lotus, has long been associated with intoxicating beauty and enchantment. From the banks of the Nile in Pharaoh’s garden to accompany him in temple rights and even into the afterlife. It might be somewhat surprising to know that this plant, Nymphaea caerulea. is actually not a […]
Herb of the Week – Angelica
Angelica (Angelica archangelica) root is widely used both medicinally and magically. It is a powerful protector and healer, especially of women and children. It is unfortunately often confused with Dong Quai (Angelica sinensis), which while it is in the same family, is not exactly the same thing. In terms of protecting the home, according to […]
Herb of the Week – Balm of Gilead
Balm of Gilead (Commiphora opobalsamum) is a particularly fragrant herb. The buds, from the Black Poplar Tree (Populus nigra), are also known as catkins and contain the phytochemical, psilocin, which is related to the same chemical found in white willow bark and more conventionally in asprin. This is mainly because both the Black Poplar and […]
Herb of the Week – Agrimony
Agrimony (Agrimonia eupatoria) is one of the herbs that everyone doing any magic or herbal work should have on hand. This herb is in the rose family and is well known to be a jinx or curse breaker extraordinaire. According to Hoodoo author, Catherine Yronwode, this herb can also turn back slander and gossip and […]
The Comforting Beauty of Danburite
This gorgeous stone that vibrates to the upper chakras, particularly the Heart, Third Eye, and Crown, gets its name from the area where it was discovered near Danbury, Connecticut. One of Danburite’s nicknames, according to scientist and author Melody, is the “Buddha Crystal.” This is probably due to its calm, peaceful, comforting, and compassionate energy. […]
Shoutout for Pagan Artists, Authors, Musicians & Creatives
This morning, I was discussing with a friend the frustration of many Pagan and metaphysical artists, musicians, authors, and creators. His complaint is that too many businesses that service our industry are not good at business and offer no assistance whatsoever in getting our work out there to the wider public. Yes, I know that […]
Making Magical Oils with Christina Class – Saturday May 6th 12 -4 PM CST
Making your own oils rather than popping down to the local botanica, witch shop, or from a seller online is very empowering both magically and for a sense of personal accomplishment. Not to mention, it’s a whole lot more cost-effective, too! Join us at ReAlive Metaphysical Shop to learn how to empower yourself by making […]
Getting Ready for the Show Circuit in 2023!
After a long, snowy winter filled with cold, spring is in the air, and so is the upcoming metaphysical show circuit! April 15, 2023 -Southeast Iowa Metaphysical Fair, Burlington, Iowa – The first show that Alchemia Magic has been accepted to is the Southeast Iowa Metaphysical Fair on Saturday, April 15, at the Port of […]