By Katrina Rasbold
People have used yarrow for healing and magic since before recorded history. Legend says the most precious yarrow grows on the burial site of Confucious.
Brides often include yarrow in their bouquets and it is tradition to make a wish on the first yarrow blossoms. Yarrow also cultivates courage, which also may explain why it shows up in bridal bouquets.
In China, the divinatory system of the I Ching involves casting and reading stalks of yarrow.
If you place yarrow under your pillow, you will dream of your love.
Druids used yarrow for weather prediction. It was such a favorite of Witches in the past that it became known as “the devil’s plaything.”
The benefits of yarrow are said to last seven years after they are granted. This includes lasting love and protection.
It is said to banish evil and simultaneously weaves a glamoury to make you more attractive to anyone who sees you, which brings us right back to those bridal bouquets again. 🙂
Like so many other plants, yarrow is toxic to cats and dogs.
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Katrina Rasbold is a professional Witch, published author, priestess, and editor of Green Egg Magazine. She and her husband, Eric, are the creators of the CUSP spiritual path and owners of Crossroads Occult. You can reach her through www.katrinarasbold.com.