Metaphysical Properties Of White Willow Bark
Official Name: Salix alba
Other Names: Osier, Pussy Willow, Saille, Salicy Willow, Saugh Tree, Tree of Enchantment, White Willow, Witches' Apron, Withe, Withy
Gender: Feminine
Planet: Moon, Neptune, Saturn
Chakra: Solar Plexus
Element: Water
Metaphysical Powers: Healing, Wishes, Binding
Common Magickal Uses and Folklore of White Willow Bark
- Brings blessings of the moon into one's life and guards against negativity & evil forces.
- Used in healing spells.
The bark of the white willow contains salicin, a chemical similar to aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid). In combination with the herb's potent anti-inflammatory plant compounds (called flavonoids), salicin is thought to be responsible for the pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory effects of the herb.
Rituals and spells intentions regarding the Moon work well with White Willow Bark as an ingredient. Charms or sachets created during the full moon for protection can have a double benefit if White Willow Bark is added also.
White Willow Bark is considered a powerful herb when used for divination during the full moon or the new moon.
Other Names: Osier, Pussy Willow, Saille, Salicy Willow, Saugh Tree, Tree of Enchantment, White Willow, Witches' Apron, Withe, Withy
Gender: Feminine
Planet: Moon, Neptune, Saturn
Element: Water
Metaphysical Powers: Healing, Wishes, Binding
Common Magickal Uses and Folklore of White Willow Bark
- Brings blessings of the moon into one's life and guards against negativity & evil forces.
- Used in healing spells.
The bark of the white willow contains salicin, a chemical similar to aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid). In combination with the herb's potent anti-inflammatory plant compounds (called flavonoids), salicin is thought to be responsible for the pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory effects of the herb.
White Willow Bark is a favored choice for the use of wands, witches are known to walk under a White Willow tree hoping to find the branch that will become thier wand. Wands of the White Willow are said to be an excellent choice for Healers.