Mugwort is a silvery-green perennial herb with an earthy, camphorous scent and a long history of use in both medicine and magic. Traditionally valued as a digestive aid and protective herb, it is also closely associated with dreams, intuition, and spiritual practice.
Uses
Mugwort can be used as a herbal tea, incense, or ritual herb. As a tea, it has a gently bitter flavour that supports digestion and relaxation. Burned as incense, it is used for cleansing and dreamwork.
Folklore
Mugwort holds a revered place in European folklore and magical tradition. In the Anglo Saxon Nine Herbs Charm, it is praised as the oldest of herbs and a powerful guardian against evil spirits. Long associated with the Moon and the art of dreaming, Mugwort is used by modern practitioners to enhance intuition, deepen meditation, and open pathways of vision. It remains a key ally in divination, astral work, and spirit communication, a herb that bridges the seen and unseen.
Growing Information
Ingredients
Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris
Directions for use
To make a tea, steep 1 teaspoon of dried Mugwort in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes. For incense, burn on a charcoal disc in a fireproof dish or add to blends for ritual and meditation.
CAUTIONS: Not for use during pregnancy. Not a substitute for professional medical advice. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Magical Correspondence
Planet: Venus
Element: Air & Earth
Deity: Aphrodite, Freyja, Hecate
Day of the Week: Friday
Magical Uses: Dreamwork, protection, divination, self-love, and creativity.
Mugwort is a herb of Venus, soothing, protective, and deeply intuitive. Burned as incense or placed beneath the pillow, it encourages prophetic dreams and meditation. Its gentle energy helps to harmonise the heart and mind, supporting both inner clarity and self-connection
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