Tonka Bean

Also called Wishing Bean

Plant1 tradition

overview

Tonka beans are wrinkled black seeds from a South American tree that smell of vanilla, almond, and hay. In Hoodoo they are wishing beans: hold one, make a wish, and carry it until the wish comes true.

Uses

Wishes
Luck
Love
Courage

ritual

Working with it

Hold a tonka bean, whisper your wish into it, and carry it. When the wish comes true, bury the bean in the earth as thanks.

⚠ Safety note for Tonka Bean

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Tradition: Hoodoo, the African American folk magic of the South (rootwork, conjure)
Botanical name: Dipteryx odorata
Planet: ♀︎ Venus
Element: Water
Works for: Luck Love Prosperity Courage
Forms: seeds
How to use: Carry in a pocket or pouchSachet or charm bagAltar or offering

⚠ Safety

Not for internal use. Safe to handle and carry, but don't eat it or make tea from it.

Receptive

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Where the traditions place it

Venus — Common practice