Herbalism

Bud, Blossom, & Leaf, by Dorothy Morrison

Every spring, the raw power of each Element works its magic on a seed, and Nature’s creative cycle begins anew. Your own magic and spellwork can flourish and grow when you plant, tend, and harvest your own herbs and flowers for magical use - it’s easy with the step-by-step techniques and practical advice found in this book. This gardening grimoire offers over 125 spells, invocations, rituals, and recipes for your magical gardening practices. Softcover, 178 pgs.

A Floral Grimoire, by Patricia Telesco et al

More than a simple explanation of the lore of flowers, this grimoire is filled to overflowing with hands-on metaphysical activities for nature lovers of every persuasion, including: making a flower or herb pendulum for divining the future; designing a magickal garden to manifest positive energy; blending scents for personalized home & office aromatherapy, and much more -- all presented in a down-to-earth manner sure to enchant every reader. Paperback, 164 pages.

A Modern Herbal, Vol. 1, A-H, by Mrs. M. Grieve

This twentieth-century version of the medieval Herbal is as rich in scientific fact and folklore as its predecessors and is equally encyclopedic in coverage. From aconite to zedoary, not an herb, grass, fungus, shrub or tree is overlooked; and strange and wonderful discoveries about even the most common of plants await the reader. Paperback, 427 pages

A Modern Herbal, Vol. 2, I-Z, by Mrs. M. Grieve

Culpepper's Color Herbal, by David Potterton

For over 350 years, this historic and definitive guide to herbal remedies, written by physician Nicholas Culpeper, has been the book to turn for anyone interested in using herbs. This beautifully illustrated edition combines the charm, elegance and information of his original 17th century text with up-to-date, modern, practical usage. It includes details about where each herb can be found, its flowering time, astrology, and medical benefits. Paperback, 224 pgs.

Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs, by Scott Cunningham

This revised and updated fifteenth anniversary edition contains the folklore and magical properties of over 400 herbs. Far from concentrating on esoteric, unobtainable plants, many of those mentioned within are old friends. The magical properties of onions, cashews, apples, rice, lettuce as well as dill, basil, fennel, garlic, and parsley are described. Extensive tables, a cross-reference of folk names, glossary, and annotated bibliography make this a comprehensive and valuable guide to the practice of magical herbalism. Paperback, 307 pgs.

Garden Witchery, Magick From the Ground Up, by Ellen Dugan

Whether you live in a cottage in the woods, a home in the suburbs, or a city apartment with a small balcony, a powerful and enchanted realm awaits you. Discover the secret language and magickal properties of the trees and flowers, herbs and plants growing around you and learn how to create your own Witch's garden. Includes a journal section that makes it easy to keep track of your progress. Softcover, 254 pgs.

Gardening with the Goddess, by Patricia Telesco

For organic gardeners, magickal practitioners, and people walking the Goddess tradition, this book blends earth-friendly approaches with sound metaphysical methods for powerful and meaningful results. In this book you will find ideas about land blessings and turning any garden into sacred space, how to use companion planting, crystal and moon gardening methods, creating your own insect repellents and much more. Paperback, 221 pages.

Green Witchcraft I, by Ann Moura

Positive, practical, and easy to use, Green Witchcraft brings together the best of both modern Wicca and the author's family heritage of herb craft and folk magic. Green Witchcraft explores the fundamentals of the Wiccan religion, providing magical training for the independent thinker. Step-by-step instructions on a wide variety of magical techniques as well as basic rules of conduct make this the ideal book to get you started. Green rituals for self-initiation, rites of passage, seasonal celebrations and activities provide an excellent foundation for your own magical tradition. Paperback, 266 pages

Green Witchcraft II, by Ann Moura

In Green Witchcraft II, the author reveals how to develop a balanced practice by incorporating the powerful, dark aspects of the Goddess and the God. Guided meditations, spells, and rituals enable you to invoke the energy of the dark powers and achieve your goals through magical workings. Honor the dark no less than the light; release your fear of the shadows and embrace the other half of yourself with the balancing practices in Green Witchcraft II. Paperback, 242 pages

Green Witchcraft III, by Ann Moura

In this manual, the author presents the Craft as a course of instruction, with eight magical classes that correspond to the eight Sabbats. This companion handbook to Green Witchcraft and Green Witchcraft II can also be used alone as an exploration of the Green path. Return to your roots and grow wise in the ways of Green magic with Green Witchcraft III, The Manual. Paperback, 229 pages

Herbal Magick, by Gerina Dunwich

The art and practice of herbal magick, like witchcraft itself, is rooted in such matters as attracting a compatible lover, landing the right job, changing a streak of bad luck into good and even increasing one's health and wealth. This book provides you with everything you need to know about the pagan lore of plants and how to practice powerful magick utilizing roots, flowers, leaves, and bark. It reveals the well-guarded secrets of herbal enchantments from centuries past, touches on many of the intriguing folklore beliefs connected to herb, and provides a satisfying helping of easy-to-follow spells for many purposes. Paperback, 239 pages.

Jude's Herbal Home Remedies, by Jude Williams

This is an easy guide to self-care that will benefit the beginning or experienced herbalist with its wealth of practical advice. Most of the herbs listed are easy to obtain. Discover how cayenne pepper promotes hair growth, why cranberry juice is a good treatment for asthma attacks, how to make a potent juice to flush out fat, how to make your own deodorants & perfumes, and much more. Discover from a Master Herbalist more than 800 remedies and recipes that will help you build a balanced relationship with nature and your inner self. Paperback, 297 pages.

Llewellyn's 2004 Herbal Almanac

Add magic and spice to your life with nature's most versatile plants. This bountiful guide will help you learn how to use the potent energy of herbs for natural health and beauty, and in cooking, crafts, and magic. You also get herb lore from many cultures, and tips on growing and gathering herbs. Also includes over 25 articles from nationally recognized herbalists. Paperback 326 pgs.

Magical Herbalism, by Scott Cunningham

This book includes step-by-step guidance to the preparation of herbs and to their compounding in incenses and oils, sachets and amulets, simples and infusions, with simple rituals and spells for every purpose. Paperback, 229 pages.

The Herbal, or General History of Plants, by John Gerard

This is the complete, unabridged 1633 Revised Edition of the 1597 classic. For serious students of not only herbs, but grasses, rushes, reeds, grains, irises, bulbs, food plants, medicinal plants, flowers, trees, shrubs, bushes, and more. This vast storehouse of information and delightful commentary is divided into three books and contains information you would not get from another five or ten books on the subject combined. The book weighs 10 lbs. and covers thousands of plants, with illustrations and indexes. Large format 8" x 12" hardcover; 1678 pages.

Tree Medicine, Tree Magic, by Ellen Hopman

An in-depth presentation of 19 North American trees with their herbal, magical and practical uses. The `medicinal` part covers topics such as homeopathy, Bach flower essences, Native American herbal remedies, nutritional uses and more. The `magical` part encompasses the connection of goddesses and gods to the trees, nature spirits, the tree alphabet and tree calendar, planetary rulerships, and Celtic mythology and folklore. The book also covers practical uses of trees for food, natural dyes, baskets and more. Tree Medicine, Tree Magic weaves old and ancient cultures with traditional myths and legends. Paperback, 160 pages

Trees for Healing, by Jonathan Pawlik

Until modern times, man lived in harmony with nature. A grove of trees served as his sacred temple. The forests which once blanketed the Earth have now been further reduced to scattered and endangered patches on the map. Over 65 entries on different tree species from various regions in the United States serve as a valuable resource to identifying the trees in your yard, neighborhood and geographical region. Step-by-step exercises and meditations show you how to communicate directly with the tree Deva for healing & spiritual guidance. Oversized paperback, 257 pages

The Magic of Herbs, by Donna Rose

This booklet is designed for a simple look at herbs and their application in magic. You can use herbs in making amulets or charms, and in many rituals which are designed to assist you in your work. Herbs are useful in reaching your goals in sex, love, money, revenge, or success. 28 pgs

The Modern Herbal Spellbook, by Anna Riva

This spellbook is loaded with the basics: easy-to-follow instructions and herbs listing their purposes for your spell casting. Perfect for those looking for some new and different spells and desire to create a little magick of your own. Paperback 64 pgs.

Water Magic, by Mary Muryn

Healing Bath Recipes for the Body, Spirit and Soul.

The recipes in Water Magic are designed to take away everything from an aching heart to aching muscles. The combination of herbs and water can relieve the common cold and ease uncommon amounts of stress. Drawing on the unique properties of aromatherapy, herbology, and homeopathic cures, the author explains how a careful blend of ingredients can turn a simple bath into a magical healing experience. The recipes, each accompanied by a meditative affirmation, include: Sleep Like a Baby Bath, Executive Stress Bath, Horrible Hangover Bath, Youthful Glow Bath, Mystical Sex Bath, and many more. Let the healing powers of water bring vitality and balance to your mind and spirit. Paperback, 215 pages