by erin m
Herbs Used In Love Spells
One of the most common types of spells used by practitioners of magic is the love spell. While the Wiccan Rede forbids direct manipulation of another person (meaning, you can’t force them to behave in a way they wouldn’t want to on their own), love spells can still be utilized to open yourself up to the loving emotions that await you in the world and make it more likely that energy is going to be returned via karma.
There are different methods of conducting a love spell. It can be an elaborate affair, involving a photo and candles or as simplistic as making an amulet or talisman to carry with you. But there are certain herbs and plants that will make any love spell more effective.
Acacia: Use the bark and twigs for awakening love and enhancement of physical strength.
African violet: Harmony and love are released from your heart when this is burnt.
Aster: A love herb that’s great in amulets in combination with other ingredients.
Balm of Gilead: Amulets and potions work more efficiently when laced with these buds.
Basil: A magical love herb great for spell work and divination.
Bay: Infuse a love potion with these burnt leaves.
Bistort: Contain this in an amulet to cultivate feminine fertility.
Bittersweet: As per the name, inclusion in an amulet or satchel will clear away pain and heal your aching heart.
Catnip: Other than driving your feline insane, this herb can be used in spells for love (and luck) or in amulets for fertility.
Cinnamon: A known aphrodisiac, this excels in spells of sexuality and passion and deepens any meditations on