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Haunting Herbs

10/27/2013

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Haunting Herbs

Do you know what herb to use if a poltergeist has taken up residence in your formerly peaceful home?

If you have finally figured out how to get that broom up in the air but don’t want to fall off mid-flight, a drink made from this herb will keep you upright. Do you know what it is? 

Have you ever received the “I’ll come back to haunt you!” threat? There is a way in ensure that a person who is buried won’t be able to escape from the grave and cause you undo stress!

What about that glassy eyed zombie that lives next door, stuck in a trance and unable to move on? You can help! (If you dare!)

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Rowan

(Sorbus acuparia)




If you are concerned that someone who has recently died has intentions of coming back to haunt you, place rowan on their grave and they’ll be unable to escape. Good to know!


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Haunting Herbs - Day 25

10/25/2013

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Rosemary

(Rosemarinus officianalis)




Rosemary is a powerful cleansing herb, whether strewn on castle floors, burned to purify the air and exorcise spirit, or used as a cleansing tonic. It also attracts elves!


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Haunting Herbs - Day 24

10/24/2013

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Radish

(Raphonus sativus)




The folk name of the radish is Rapuns. Hmm. Rapunzel? Anyway, if you carry the radish in you pocket, it will protect you from the evil eye! This innocent looking little plant also increases lust and may be partly responsible for spring fever.


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Haunting Herbs - Day 23

10/23/2013

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Pistachio

(Pistachio vera)




If you present a Zombie with pistachio nuts – yeah, YOU do it! I’m not going anywhere near one!!! – after eating the nuts they will be released from their trance and able to pass on to a peaceful death. Pistachios are also reputed to make love spells ineffective – but only if you realize it is a spell. 


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Haunting Herbs - Day 22

10/22/2013

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Pine

(Pinus strobus bark)




 Pine is often used in making protective wreaths to hang on doors during the holiday season, replacing the original dead black chicken. Witches were honor bound to count every feather before entering. Pine needles replaced the feathers (and undoubtedly were more fragrant than a rotting carcass).


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Haunting Herbs - Day 21

10/21/2013

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Patchouli

(Pogostemon cablin)




Next time you are looking for graveyard dust for a spell and there is none to be found, you can substitute patchouli! It also increases lust and fertility, and attracts money and riches. It is frequently used in voodoo spells.


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Haunting Herbs - Day 20

10/20/2013

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Parsley

(Petroselinum crispum)




The roots of this innocent looking garnish must travel to hell and back 7 times before it can flourish. It promotes lust and increases fertility. Wearing a wreath on your head will prevent intoxication. Better use this one with caution!


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Haunting Herbs - Day 19

10/19/2013

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Mullein

(Verbascum thapus)




Mullein is revered in India as the very most effective herbal preventative against evil.

It is hung over doors and windows to deter evil spirits. Pixies and fairies have been known to dance around the stalks, and witches use the stems for torches.


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Haunting Herbs - Day 18

10/18/2013

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Mugwort

(Atremisia vulgaris)




Mugwort is invaluable in strengthening psychic powers and is used to make a rinse for cleansing crystal balls. It is used in astral projection, to encourage prophetic dreams and for protection against animals, poisons, and mischievous elves and fairies




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Haunting Herbs - Day 17

10/17/2013

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Lavender

(Lavendula officinale, L. vera)




For the brave souls who are actually hoping to see a ghost, you will find lavender invaluable. It is also said to protect women who are victims of domestic violence (much more dire than sighting a ghost).


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