Bloodroot

Also called King Root, Red Puccoon

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In Hoodoo, the African American folk magic of the South, bloodroot is King root or Queen root, depending on its size. Its root bleeds red sap. It is used to protect the home and keep peace and love within a family.

Uses

Protecting the home
Love in the family
Harmony

ritual

Working with it

Keep a dried piece of bloodroot in a closed box by the front door. Handle it only with gloves.

⚠ Safety note for Bloodroot

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Tradition: Hoodoo, the African American folk magic of the South (rootwork, conjure)
Botanical name: Sanguinaria canadensis
Planet: ♂︎ Mars
Element: Fire
Works for: Protection Love Home Harmony
Forms: root
How to use: Carry in a pocket or pouchAltar or offering

⚠ Safety

Poisonous if swallowed. Never eat or drink it. Keep it away from food, children, and pets.
Can irritate skin. Dilute oils well in a carrier and patch-test before using on skin.
Choose a sustainable source. Overharvested in the wild. Buy cultivated or ethically sourced, or use a substitute.

Projective

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Where the traditions place it

Mars — Common practice