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Dragon's Blood.
Daemonorops draco
Also known as Dragon's Blood Palm, Blume
A scarlet resin that bleeds from a palm tree of the East, said by the old herbalists to be the very gore of dragons slain in battle. A pinch of it doubles the power of any incense, any spell, any working — it is the fierce red heart of magical amplification.
Correspondences
Element
Fire
Planet
Mars
Zodiac
Aries, Scorpio
Chakra
Root
Parts Used
Resin
Harvest
Year-round (resin)
Practice
Magical Properties
Power, protection, love, banishing, energy amplification
Add a pinch to any incense to dramatically increase its potency. Burn alone to banish negative energies and entities. Mix into ink to create powerful magical scripts. Add to love spells for passion.
Mundane
Mundane Uses
Antimicrobial properties. Used in traditional medicine for wound healing and as a dye.
Devotion
Deity Associations
Ares, Mars
History
Folklore & History
The deep red resin was long thought to be the blood of dragons killed in combat with elephants. It was used to varnish Stradivarius violins, giving them their distinctive tone and colour.
Safety
Safety Notes
No significant safety concerns for incense use. Do not ingest.
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 Dragon's Blood used for in witchcraft?
Dragon's Blood is traditionally used in workings for power, protection, love, banishing, energy amplification. Add a pinch to any incense to dramatically increase its potency.
What element is Dragon's Blood associated with?
Dragon's Blood is associated with the Fire element and the sign of Aries, Scorpio, and resonates with the Root chakra.
What planet rules Dragon's Blood?
Dragon's Blood is ruled by Mars. 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 Dragon's Blood safe to use?
Some care is required when working with Dragon's Blood. No significant safety concerns for incense use. Do not ingest. The information here is provided for educational and magical reference only — always consult a qualified practitioner before using any herb medicinally.
In Your Practice
Track your work with Dragon's Blood.
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