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Scientific Name: Hamamelis virginiana
AKA: Winter bloom, Striped alder, Spotted alder, Hazelnut, Snapping hazel, Pistachio, Tobacco wood
Medicinal Properties
Witch hazel is primarily used externally as an astringent. Witch hazel can be used to treat hemorrhoids,
facial veins, or varicose veins. It tightens blood vessels to help repair them. Witch hazel can be applied
to inflamed skin to soothe it. It is especially helpful for eczema. Witch hazel can be used as eyewash to
relieve eye inflammation. On occasion, witch hazel is used to treat diarrhea
Magickal Properties
Gender: Masculine
Planet: Sun
Element: Fire
Used for Protection & Chastity
This herb has long been used to fashion divining rods, hence the common name. The bark and twigs are
also used to protect against evil influences. If carried, it helps to mend a broken heart and cool the
passions.
Did You Know? (Background)
Witch hazel is used primarily as an astringent today. It can be used to treat external problems with the
skin, veins, and hemorrhoids. It was once used by Native Americans to treat inflammation and heavy
bleeding. Its use spread quickly through European settling communities when they came to the New
World.
AKA: Winter bloom, Striped alder, Spotted alder, Hazelnut, Snapping hazel, Pistachio, Tobacco wood
Medicinal Properties
Witch hazel is primarily used externally as an astringent. Witch hazel can be used to treat hemorrhoids,
facial veins, or varicose veins. It tightens blood vessels to help repair them. Witch hazel can be applied
to inflamed skin to soothe it. It is especially helpful for eczema. Witch hazel can be used as eyewash to
relieve eye inflammation. On occasion, witch hazel is used to treat diarrhea
Magickal Properties
Gender: Masculine
Planet: Sun
Element: Fire
Used for Protection & Chastity
This herb has long been used to fashion divining rods, hence the common name. The bark and twigs are
also used to protect against evil influences. If carried, it helps to mend a broken heart and cool the
passions.
Did You Know? (Background)
Witch hazel is used primarily as an astringent today. It can be used to treat external problems with the
skin, veins, and hemorrhoids. It was once used by Native Americans to treat inflammation and heavy
bleeding. Its use spread quickly through European settling communities when they came to the New
World.
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