Apothecary
Jasmine.
Jasminum officinale
Also known as Common Jasmine, Jessamine, Moonlight on the Grove
Queen of the Night, opening her white star-flowers only when the sun has set. Jasmine is the flower of moonlit love, of prophetic dreams, of every devotion that is too tender to be spoken in daylight.
Correspondences
Element
Water
Planet
Moon
Zodiac
Cancer
Chakra
Crown, Sacral
Parts Used
Flowers
Harvest
Summer
Origin
Tropics
Moon Phases
Waxing
Practice
Magical Properties
Love, money, prophetic dreams, spirituality, sensuality
Add jasmine flowers to love sachets and spells for attraction and spiritual love. Burn as incense for meditation and connection to the divine feminine. Place flowers on the altar during full moon rituals.
Mundane
Mundane Uses
Aromatherapy use for anxiety and depression. Jasmine tea widely consumed.
Devotion
Deity Associations
Vishnu, Diana, Isis
History
Folklore & History
In India, jasmine is called 'Queen of Night' and is associated with the moon and divine love. Women wear it in their hair during festivals. In Persia, jasmine was called 'gift from God'.
Safety
Safety Notes
Generally safe for external use. Essential oil should not be taken internally. Avoid in pregnancy in large amounts.
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 Jasmine used for in witchcraft?
Jasmine is traditionally used in workings for love, money, prophetic dreams, spirituality, sensuality. Add jasmine flowers to love sachets and spells for attraction and spiritual love.
What element is Jasmine associated with?
Jasmine is associated with the Water element and the sign of Cancer, and resonates with the Crown, Sacral chakras.
What planet rules Jasmine?
Jasmine is ruled by Moon. 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 Jasmine safe to use?
Some care is required when working with Jasmine. Generally safe for external use. Essential oil should not be taken internally. Avoid in pregnancy in large amounts. 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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