Apothecary
Lotus.
Nelumbo nucifera
Also known as Sacred Lotus, Egyptian Lotus
The flower that rises pure from the muddy water beneath it — symbol of enlightenment in every great spiritual tradition of the East. To work with lotus is to commit to one's own becoming; the flower asks of the witch the patience to grow upward through what is dark.
Correspondences
Element
Water
Planet
Moon
Zodiac
Cancer, Pisces
Chakra
Crown, Third Eye
Parts Used
Flowers, seeds, root
Harvest
Summer
Practice
Magical Properties
Spiritual development, enlightenment, protection, meditation, luck
Use in meditations for spiritual development and enlightenment. Burn as incense for deep meditation. Add lotus oil to spiritual baths. Place lotus imagery on the altar for protection.
Mundane
Mundane Uses
Lotus seeds are edible and nutritious. Root (rhizome) eaten as a vegetable.
Devotion
Deity Associations
Isis, Osiris, Lakshmi, Vishnu, Buddha
History
Folklore & History
The lotus rising pure from muddy waters is the foremost symbol of spiritual enlightenment in Hinduism, Buddhism, and ancient Egyptian religion.
Safety
Safety Notes
General lotus (Nelumbo) is safe. Blue lotus (Nymphaea) contains alkaloids — not for internal use without care.
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 Lotus used for in witchcraft?
Lotus is traditionally used in workings for spiritual development, enlightenment, protection, meditation, luck. Use in meditations for spiritual development and enlightenment.
What element is Lotus associated with?
Lotus is associated with the Water element and the sign of Cancer, Pisces, and resonates with the Crown, Third Eye chakras.
What planet rules Lotus?
Lotus 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 Lotus safe to use?
Some care is required when working with Lotus. General lotus (Nelumbo) is safe. Blue lotus (Nymphaea) contains alkaloids — not for internal use without care. 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 Lotus.
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