Apothecary
Ginger.
Zingiber officinale
Also known as African Ginger, Race Ginger
A root of fire, swift action, and untamed will — once worth more than gold and traded under such secrecy that its origin was said to lie at the very edge of the world. Add powdered ginger to any working and the spell quickens; what would have unfolded slowly begins instead to leap into being.
Correspondences
Element
Fire
Planet
Mars
Zodiac
Aries
Chakra
Solar Plexus
Parts Used
Root (rhizome)
Harvest
Year-round (dried)
Origin
Tropics
Moon Phases
Waxing
Practice
Magical Properties
Love, money, success, power, courage, action
Add powdered ginger to any spell to speed up its effects. Carry ginger root for success and financial gain. Add to love sachets to increase passion.
Mundane
Mundane Uses
Potent anti-nausea, anti-inflammatory, digestive aid. Used for morning sickness, arthritis, cold and flu.
Devotion
Deity Associations
Vesta, Oya
History
Folklore & History
Ginger was worth more than gold in medieval Europe. Arab traders kept its origin secret for centuries, claiming it came from a land at the edge of the world where troglodytes lived.
Safety
Safety Notes
Generally safe. High doses may interact with blood thinners. Avoid large amounts in pregnancy.
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 Ginger used for in witchcraft?
Ginger is traditionally used in workings for love, money, success, power, courage, action. Add powdered ginger to any spell to speed up its effects.
What element is Ginger associated with?
Ginger is associated with the Fire element and the sign of Aries, and resonates with the Solar Plexus chakra.
What planet rules Ginger?
Ginger 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 Ginger safe to use?
Some care is required when working with Ginger. Generally safe. High doses may interact with blood thinners. Avoid large amounts in pregnancy. 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 Ginger.
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