Metaphysical Properties of Orange Peel
Citrus aurantium
Element: Fire
Planet: Sun
Zodiac: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius
Chakras: Sacral Chakra, Solar Plexus Chakra
Common Magickal Uses and Folklore of Orange Peel
Energy, Cleansing, Happiness, Sun Magick, Full Moon Magick, Raise Vibration, Renewal, Manifestation, Uplifting, Relieve Depression, Soothing Anxiety, Safety or Protection, Life
Orange peel can be used fresh for cleaning stainless steel and wood, helping hair luster and shine, natural deodorizer, removing odors from refrigerators and garbage disposals, to even softening brown sugar.
It can help whiten teeth, reduce sensitivity, relieve bad breath, boots the immune system, is Anti-allergic, anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, protects lungs, improves digestion, aids in weight loss.
Used in spells and rituals for love or fertility can use Orange Peel as an ingredient. Rituals and spells for cleansing a person or location of negativity can use a mixture that includes Orange Peel. Orange Peel is said to assist in soothing the spiritual energies of a location or person.
Orange Peel boosts positive energy; it helps when feeling down, supports the confused in finding direction, and gives new life to spiritual desires. Its scent is useful for dealing with obsessive thinking, turning the mind back to what is essential. Orange peel is excellent in Yule celebrations, reminding us of the Sun in the middle of winter.
Because of their color, oranges make a convenient symbol for gold in any spellwork or rituals. Those who make offerings to Deities of the sun can use Orange Peel as it is associated with the sun. It is said that when Orange Peel is carried by a person their luck is supposed to improve. Rituals and spells for prosperity or abundance can use Orange Peel as an ingredient according to some practices and teachings. For those who work with Angels, the Orange Peel is said to assist with calling the Archangel Raphael for assistance.