Dragons Blood Resin
Botanical name: Daemonorops draco, Daemonorops propinquos
Folk Names: Blood, Blume, Calamus Draco, Draconis Resina, Sanguis Draconis, Dragons Blood Palm
Gender: Masculine
Planet: Mars
Element: Fire
Deities: Hades
Powers: Love, Protection, Exorcism, Potency
Magickal Uses: Once burned to entice errant lovers to return, usually at night and by women seated near an open window.
A powerful protectant when carried, sprinkled around the house or smouldered in an incense - take care as it may stain. Dragons Blood will drive away negativity when burned.
Add a pinch of Dragons Blood added to other incenses increases their potency and power.
To help calm a noisy household, powder some resin and mix it with sugar and salt, place this in a bottle covered tightly and place it somewhere safe and hidden in the house for peace and quiet.
Healing Properties: Cuts, bruises, wounds, and skin abrasions,
**Medicinal properties are listed as a guide only, Lylliths' Emporium is not responsible for any misuse of herbs, resins, berries or oils - always seek professional medical advice before using natural therapies.
Information Sourced From: Cunninghams' Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs, Scott Cunningham.
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