Parsley

Parsley - dried, 10g

Botanical name: Petroselinum crispum, Petroselinum sativum

Folk Names: Devils' Oatmeal, Percely, Persil, Petersilie, Petroselinum, Rock Parsley

Gender:  Masculine

Planet: Mercury

Element: Air

Deities: Persephone, Aphrodite

Powers: Protection, Lust, Purification

Magickal Uses: Parsley is said to invoke lust and promote fertility when eaten - folklore says not to cut the Parsley if you are in love as you will also cut your love as well (pull it off to harvest)

Depending on traditions and beliefs, Parsley is often linked to death and regarded as evil - but also used for protection against these. It is added to a plate of food to protect the food from contamination.

Also used in healing and purification baths and blends, Parsley is often used in spells to halt misfortune and prevent delays.

Healing Properties: The most common health benefits of parsley include assisting the control of cancer, managing diabetes, and rheumatoid arthritis, along with helping prevent osteoporosis. Pain reliever with anti-inflammatory properties. It also provides relief from gastrointestinal issues such as indigestion, stomach cramps, bloating, and nausea, while helping strengthen the immune system.

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**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. 
Wikipedia, www.anniesremedy.com, www.herbs2000.com, www.witchipedia.com, And our own private collection of grimoires and herbal lore