Aconite's are perennials and grow to about 4ft
tall on average. The colors vary, depending on the species of Aconitum, however
the most common are yellow, blue and purple.
All members of the genus Aconitum are poisonous,
as are all parts of the plant, including the sap. Wear gloves when handling and
wash hands afterwards. It should never be grown around children or pets.
Lore
This is the plant that was used by witches as
their "flying ointment" as it causes hallucinations. Arrow tips were
dipped in this so they became poisonous. Most notably, said to protect from
werewolves, hence, where the term Wolfsbane was derived.
Spiritual Correspondences
Gender: Feminine
Planet: Saturn
Sign: Capricorn
Element: Water
Deities: Hekate, Medea
Uses: Cleansing ritual space, cleansing away
negativity, invoking Hekate
Medicinal Correspondences
Lowers the rate and strength of pulse, used for
pneumonia, feverish colds, croup, and heart conditions.
Also used for rheumatism and arthritis as well as
many others. A common herb used in homeopathic preparations and Chinese
medicine.
CAUTION: Poisonous Herb
Aconitum vulparia; Wolfsbane
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Aconitum napellus; Monkshood/Aconite
photo courtesy of: http://www.outsidepride.com/seed/flower-seed/aconitum-napellus.html
Aconitum anthora; Yellow Monkshood
photo courtesy of: http://www.plant-world-seeds.com/store/view_seed_item/2808?actionName=view_flowers&itemname=ACONITUM+ANTHORA+
Blessings,
~*Spirit*~
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