Metaphysical Properties Of Black Locust Ground
Official Name: Robinia pseudoacacia
Metaphysical Powers: Strength & Endurance, Life & Death, Shadow & Underworld Work
Black Locust can resist rotting for up to 100 years, making it an excellent building material! Native Americans also made many of their bows from Black Locust due to its strength. According to some records settlers used Black Locust wood to build their homes.
Black Locust is ultimately connected to endurance, strength, and power. This is a tree that can use its energy to connect with the underworld's energies, particularly at Samhain and the Winter Solstice. This tree fixes nitrogen in the soil, increasing soil fertility; it is a powerful "emergency medicine" for Mother Earth
Black Locust is a signal of potential, it is a sign that taking or not taking action could have far reaching consequences.
Black Locust is seen by many to be an invasive species and is actually not permitted in some locations.
The message from the spirit of Black Locust is to live our lives to the fullest possible potential, but to be mindful that what we do can be something that will have far reaching effects of good or ill.
Safety: The plant contains toxalbumin robin, but it loses its toxicity when heated. Black Locust Ground could cause allergic reactions. Some herbs could react with specific medication. Therefore, it is advisable to consult your doctor before the consumption of any herb.