Carnation

 

Names: Dianthus carophyllus, Gilliflower, Flower of god, Pinks, Dianthus, Jove’s flower, Clove pink

Warnings: Though the plant may cause skin irritation in some individuals, carnations are generally not considered threatening to humans.

Planets: Sun

Elements: Fire

Gender associations: Masculine

Signs: Sagittarius

Deities: Jupiter, Diana

Celebrations: Litha, Imbolc

Spell types: Love, Beauty, Friendship, Protection from negativity, Strength,     Re-energize, Luck, Healing, Communication, Creativity, Opening up, Protection, Vitality, Passion, Lust, Sensuality, Disappointment, Rejection, Maternal love, Innocence, Peace, Money, Cleansing, Wealth, Courage, Release, Absorbing negativity, Solar magick

Medical uses: Alleviate  stress, Depression, Anxiety, Urinary tract infections, Anti-inflammatory

Uses:

·         Burn to intensify energy and vibrations.

·         Use I bath rituals to promote bravery and strength.

·         Place as an offering or energy cleanser.

·         Burn to aid with spirit communication.

·         Plant in garden to repel any negative energy from your home.

·         Place around your home to absorb any negative energy but remember to renew or remove them as soon as they start to wilt.

·         Wear to aid you with bravery and courage.

·         Hold and transfer negative feelings and thoughts into the flower, then burn or bury it to release the negativity from yourself.

·         Use in healing spells and sachets to add potency.

·         Hang the dried buds over the threshold of your home for protection.

·         Can be used in colour magick by using different coloured carnations.

Please do not use any plant or herb medicinally without consulting your doctor, some of these plants and herbs can be very dangerous and even poisonous.