Guide to Magical Herbs :Clove, Syzygium aromaticum

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Another staple in the spice rack, Clove is a very well known herb in the modern world. Native to Indonesia, India, and the Middle East, Cloves as we know them are dried flower buds harvested from a tropical evergreen tree. At one time, Clove was among the most sought after spices in the world, with the Dutch attempting unsuccessfully to monopolize the trade. In magical use, Cloves are considered masculine by nature and are ruled by the planet Jupiter. Thus, they are associated with binging good luck, fortune, and prosperity to whomever carries them—they are a favorite talisman of gamblers and betting folk, who may make money drawing sachets with Clove to wear. Exchanging Cloves with friends is said to keep the bonds of friendship strong, and having Cloves present during a social gathering is said to promote kinship and harmony. Cloves can be used in ritual work to energize a spell or to further one’s psychic abilities.

Cloves are also considered to be an aphrodisiac, and can be used in love or attraction spells. Burning Cloves can have drawing properties, too, but the smoke will also stop malicious rumors and gossip about you from spreading, and mixed with tobacco, they make a sweet-smelling smoke which is also considered to be good luck. Medicinally, Cloves are very potently antimicrobial and are effective against viruses, infection, and influenza. They are also a wonderful digestive aid, powerful against toothaches, and somewhat numbing when applied to the skin.