Apothecary
Dandelion.
Taraxacum officinale
Also known as Lion's Tooth, Piss-a-Bed, Witch's Gowan
A wild flower scorned as a weed and yet sacred to Hecate herself. Brew its bitter root for psychic insight; blow upon its silver clock and the seeds will carry a wish, or a question, into the realm of spirits.
Correspondences
Element
Air
Planet
Jupiter
Zodiac
Sagittarius, Pisces
Chakra
Solar Plexus
Parts Used
Leaves, root, flowers
Harvest
Spring to autumn
Origin
Everywhere
Moon Phases
Waning
Practice
Magical Properties
Divination, wishes, calling spirits, purification
Blow on a dandelion clock (seed head) to send wishes to the spirit realm. Brew root tea to enhance psychic powers. Place near a window to call upon Hecate. Use in spirit communication work.
Mundane
Mundane Uses
Diuretic, liver tonic, nutritive. Leaves rich in vitamins A, C, and K.
Devotion
Deity Associations
Hecate, Brigid
History
Folklore & History
Dandelion clocks were used by country folk to tell the time by how many puffs it took to blow all the seeds off. The name comes from the French 'dent de lion' (lion's tooth).
Safety
Safety Notes
Generally safe. Possible allergy in those sensitive to the Asteraceae family.
This information is provided for educational and magical reference only. Always consult a qualified practitioner before using herbs medicinally.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dandelion used for in witchcraft?
Dandelion is traditionally used in workings for divination, wishes, calling spirits, purification. Blow on a dandelion clock (seed head) to send wishes to the spirit realm.
What element is Dandelion associated with?
Dandelion is associated with the Air element and the sign of Sagittarius, Pisces, and resonates with the Solar Plexus chakra.
What planet rules Dandelion?
Dandelion is ruled by Jupiter. In the classical planetary system, this gives the herb its characteristic energetic signature and indicates which workings it most readily amplifies and which planetary hours best suit it.
Is Dandelion safe to use?
Some care is required when working with Dandelion. Generally safe. Possible allergy in those sensitive to the Asteraceae family. The information here is provided for educational and magical reference only — always consult a qualified practitioner before using any herb medicinally.
In Your Practice
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