Lions Tail

Lions' Tail, dried leaf & flowers *Sold in 5g

• Botanical Name: Leonotis leonurus
• Folk Names: Lions Tail, Wild Dagga, Dagga, Hottentot Tobacco
• Gender: Masculine
• Planet: Jupiter
• Element: Air
• Powers: Astral Travel, Vision Quests, Spiritual Journeys
• Deities: none specifically but avoid when working with those represented or associated with snakes as it's said that Lions Tail is a snake repellant and we don't want to upset the Gods!

Magickal Uses: The Nomadic Khoi San tribe of Africa have used Lions Tail as a stimulant and for ceremonial occasions. It can induce a trance-like state, which is useful for spiritual journeys and vision quests.

Healing Properties:

Not recommended to be taken internally, though it is reported to be used to treat tuberculosis, jaundice, muscle cramps, high blood pressure and diabetes.

Illegal in several American States, Latvia, Russia and Poland. It is becoming harder to source as Governments enforce bans on natural remedies and recreational plants. 

*Our herbs are packaged in little plastic ziplock bags with labels

Medicinal information is provided as educational reference only and Lylliths' Emporium is not responsible for misuse or self-treatment. Always seek advice from a professional, licensed medical practitioner.

Information Sourced From: Cunninghams' Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs, Scott Cunningham. Wikipedia, www.anniesremedy.com, www.herbs2000.com, www.witchipedia.com, And our own private collection of grimoires and herbal lore, along with experiences working with herbs