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mugwort
Plant

Mugwort

PlantIn 2 Signatures3 traditions
overview

Mugwort is the dreamer's herb, used for prophetic dreams and to protect travelers, who put it in their shoes. 777 gives it to the Moon's path, and Agrippa reports from Apuleius that it belongs to Libra.

Uses

  • Prophetic dreams
  • Psychic work and divination
  • Protection while traveling
  • Cleansing
ritual

Working with it

Sleep with a mugwort sachet under your pillow, or burn it lightly before divination. A leaf in your shoe is the old traveler's charm.

⚠ Safety note for Mugwort
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Botanical name
Artemisia vulgaris
Planet
♀︎ Venus☽︎ Moon
Element
Earth
Works for
DreamsPsychic AbilityProtectionTravelDivinationIntuitionStrengthHealingTransformationFreedomCreativityArt
Forms
dried herbleavestea
How to use
Under the pillowBurn as incense or loose herbSachet or charm bagCarry in a pocket or pouchBrew (drinkable tea)

⚠ Safety

  • Avoid in pregnancy. Don't take it internally or use its oil while pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • Common allergen. A common allergy trigger, such as the daisy family (ragweed), tree nuts, or skin sensitizers. Patch-test first, and skip it if you react.
Receptive
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★ Part of the Signature of

♓︎ Pisces· Plant☽︎ Moon· Plant

Where the traditions place it

  • Libra — Agrippa
  • Pisces — Common practice
  • Venus — Common practice
  • Moon — Common practice, Golden Dawn