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Scientific Name: Mentha pulegium
Medicinal Properties
Pennyroyal is used as a tonic and muscle stimulant. Pennyroyal may be used as a tonic for the digestives
system. It helps to reduce gas and flatulence. Pennyroyal may also be used for treating intestinal
parasites such as worms. Pennyroyal causes the uterine muscles to contract. It can help to induce
menses.
Pennyroyal may be used to treat skin irritation including eczema and itching. Pennyroyal may be used to
treat gout and rheumatism.
Magickal Properties
Gender: Masculine
Planet: Mars
Element: Fire
Deity: Demeter
Used for Strength, Protection & Peace
Pennyroyal placed in the shoe prevents weariness during travel and strengthens the body in general.
Stomach problems can be alleviated by stuffing a green poppet with mint and anointing it with healing
oils. When worn it acts against the evil eye and aids in making business deals. To rid a place of evil,
sprinkle salt water with a sprinkler made of fresh sprigs of mint, marjoram and rosemary.
When given to quarreling couples it will cause them to cease their fighting and so Pennyroyal is an herb
of peace. It is kept in the home, away from pets and children, for protection. It is also carried on board
ships to prevent seasickness.
See also Peppermint
Did You Know? (Background)
Pennyroyal was used in ancient times to purify water and as a medicine. It was used to induce
menstruation and child birth. In modern herbal medicine it is used for even more. Pennyroyal can be
used as a tonic for the digestive system. It can also be used to treat respiratory infections and headache.
Safety
Do not use the essential oil. Do not take during pregnancy or if you have heavy menstrual bleeding
Medicinal Properties
Pennyroyal is used as a tonic and muscle stimulant. Pennyroyal may be used as a tonic for the digestives
system. It helps to reduce gas and flatulence. Pennyroyal may also be used for treating intestinal
parasites such as worms. Pennyroyal causes the uterine muscles to contract. It can help to induce
menses.
Pennyroyal may be used to treat skin irritation including eczema and itching. Pennyroyal may be used to
treat gout and rheumatism.
Magickal Properties
Gender: Masculine
Planet: Mars
Element: Fire
Deity: Demeter
Used for Strength, Protection & Peace
Pennyroyal placed in the shoe prevents weariness during travel and strengthens the body in general.
Stomach problems can be alleviated by stuffing a green poppet with mint and anointing it with healing
oils. When worn it acts against the evil eye and aids in making business deals. To rid a place of evil,
sprinkle salt water with a sprinkler made of fresh sprigs of mint, marjoram and rosemary.
When given to quarreling couples it will cause them to cease their fighting and so Pennyroyal is an herb
of peace. It is kept in the home, away from pets and children, for protection. It is also carried on board
ships to prevent seasickness.
See also Peppermint
Did You Know? (Background)
Pennyroyal was used in ancient times to purify water and as a medicine. It was used to induce
menstruation and child birth. In modern herbal medicine it is used for even more. Pennyroyal can be
used as a tonic for the digestive system. It can also be used to treat respiratory infections and headache.
Safety
Do not use the essential oil. Do not take during pregnancy or if you have heavy menstrual bleeding
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