Learn about the 7 herbs: their powers, uses, cultivation, attention, and more!

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Jennifer Sherman

What are the 7 herbs?

Traditionally, the 7 herbs are basil, rosemary, the sword of St. George, rue, guinea, pepper, and meadowfoam. These powerful herbs are excellent for protecting environments and warding off negative energies, and their energetic powers have been used for millennia in many cultures around the world.

Although they are used for similar purposes, since they have different origins and energies, each of the 7 herbs can be used for different purposes, since they have specific powers.worldwide.

In this article we will present the powers of each of the seven herbs, and give you tips on how to use them and how to grow them in your home. As we will show, by using them together or separately, they will ensure greater protection for your life, acting as a shield against any and all negativity.

Rosemary

Rosemary is an aromatic herb native to the Mediterranean. Popularly used in cooking, it is a herb ruled by the Sun and the Fire element, and can also be used to attract protection.

Your powers

The powers of rosemary are related to wisdom, happiness, protection, purification, healing, and even exorcism.

As it is considered the herb of happiness, its benefits are also associated with well-being, fighting sadness and depression. Used as incense, it keeps obsessing spirits away and provides more concentration, being ideal to be used by students preparing for exams or contests.

In addition, rosemary is an herb that promotes healing, especially if the illness is caused by spiritual or energetic issues.

Its uses

Rosemary can be used in aromatherapy sessions. By diffusing its essential oil into the air, you will create a more cheerful and stimulating environment, facilitating concentration and focus.

Rosemary tea can be used for weight loss, and it can restore cheerfulness, vitality, and make the mind more alert. In addition, rosemary tea aids digestion, reduces headaches, and combats frequent tiredness, and it also promotes hair growth.

It can be added to bath water to bring more protection and purify negative energies. A sprig of rosemary left in the bedroom keeps nightmares away. Used in cooking, it brings more happiness and energy to your dishes. It should be avoided by people who have high blood pressure.

Its cultivation

Rosemary is a Mediterranean herb, bushy in nature. When well grown, it can reach over 2 m in height. It must be planted in soil with excellent drainage, even it prefers stony soils.

Because it is an aromatic herb, it needs to be exposed to sunlight much of the day in order to develop its essential oils.

Avoid growing it when the weather is colder and rainy. Rosemary is also unsuitable for windy environments. When in bloom, this powerful herb reveals blue and violet flowers, which usually appear between spring and summer.

Rue

Rue is, without a doubt, one of the most powerful and popular herbs for protection in the country. Native to the Mediterranean, Rue has its powers from its elemental ruler, Fire, and from Mars, its planetary ruler, named after the Roman god of the same name.

Your powers

Rue's powers are mainly related to protection. Its use as a protective herb was already known during ancient times by the Romans, who carried it with them to ward off the effects of negative entities, as well as to break the evil eye and envy.

In Brazil, rue is commonly left near the front door for the same purpose, so it is excellent for fighting off invading energies and ensuring the defense of its users. Rue also serves as an excellent energy meter, easily indicating through the health of its leaves when an environment is charged.

In addition, the powers of rue can also be employed to attract love, exorcise negative energies, activate mental powers, and promote healing, especially of diseases caused by the evil eye.

Its cultivation

Because it is a subshrubby perennial herb, rue commonly forms clumps and reaches a height of about 1.5 meters when grown directly in the ground. Its flowers are yellow and usually appear in summer.

Because it is a Mediterranean herb, it prefers well-drained soil, especially since its roots rot easily, so avoid constant wetting. It must stay in direct sunlight to develop its distinctive aroma and aromatic properties.

Pay attention

Because it is a toxic herb, it should not be used internally. If you have children or pets at home, it is important that you grow it in a safe place to avoid possible accidents and poisoning.

Its leaves can cause irritation through simple direct contact with sensitive skin. Allergic reactions to rue can cause blisters and even rashes accompanied by intense pain and burning. It should not be planted near herbs such as sage and basil, as it can hinder their growth.

Comigo-nuém-pode

The Meadowlily-Pod is one of the favorite plants for astral cleansing. When left at home, it is ruled by Mars and the Fire element, and serves as an energetic filter, sucking all the negative energies from the environment to neutralize them. Learn about its powers, and how to benefit from them, below.

Your powers

The powers of the knobweed are excellent for protecting against envy, evil eye, and driving away negative people. For this purpose, leave it in a vase near the front door of your home. If the door of your home is surrounded by pots with knobweed, no evil will be able to enter.

In addition to its powerful benefit against negative energy, the knobweed also helps purify the air. If a knobweed plant has dry or wilted leaves, despite good watering and fertilizing, be aware: you are the victim of an energetic attack.

Its cultivation

The meadow knotweed is native to dense tropical forests, so it is well suited to low-light locations. There are different species of this plant that can have different designs on their ornamental leaves.

It can be grown in pots or directly in the ground. It is important to protect it from wind, and, preferably, to grow it in very moist soil enriched with worm humus.

Pay close attention

Although it is a beautiful and ornamental plant, the dogwood is quite poisonous and should be kept out of the reach of children and pets. When ingested, it can cause burns and irritation to the mucous membrane and its damage can extend to the entire digestive tract. It is important to see a doctor.

If a small animal or child ingests this plant, it is possible that the nutmeg will cause death, so it is better not to have it at home. People with sensitive skin should also avoid direct contact with the plant, as they may have allergic reactions.

St. George's Sword

The St. George Sword is ruled by Mars and the element Fire. Of African origin, this powerful sword is easily cultivated, which is why it is preferred by many Brazilians not only because of its easy maintenance, but also because of its powers. Discover them, along with their uses and cultivation, below.

Your powers

The powers of the sword of St. George are linked to protection, purification, and exorcism. When left in environments, the sword of St. George cuts through negative energy like a real sword, also dispelling envy and the evil eye.

In addition, this powerful plant helps purify the air and is excellent for protecting your home from the effect of electromagnetic fields (EMF), emitted by cell phones, computers, and other harmful electronic devices.

A living fence made by Saint-Jorge swords will protect your home from any and all negativity, also freeing it from visits from malicious people and negative entities.

Its uses

The uses of the sword-of-Saint-Jorge are mainly ornamental. Because it has different species, this plant is generally used in landscaping, decorating and beautifying the home of many Brazilians, due to the different shapes and colors of its leaves. Learn how to grow it below.

Its cultivation

The Sword of St. George is a rhizomatous herbaceous plant. Originally from Africa, the plant prefers soils with excellent drainage and is very resistant to dry weather. When planted, it can measure up to 90cm in height and thrives in both brightly lit places and those with low light.

It is important to keep it out of the reach of children and pets, as it is a toxic plant.

Guinea

Guinea is a powerful herb ruled by Fire and Mars. As we will show, it is an excellent protective herb, but its use and cultivation require a great deal of care. Find out why.

Your powers

The powers of the guinea tree are related to protection against negative energies and bad entities. It is also excellent for combating jealousy. When left in the environment, the guinea tree works as an antenna for capturing negative energy: when it comes into contact with this invading vibration, the guinea tree traps and neutralizes it.

It is commonly used as an ingredient in "descargo" baths due to its excellent astral cleansing power. guinea is also known as amansa-patrão, as it is believed that it was used by slaves to weaken their evil masters.

Its cultivation

Guinea is an herb native to the Americas, especially its Amazonian portion. Being an herbaceous plant, it possesses aromatic powers, and the branching of its leaves can emit an odor similar to the smell of garlic.

It should be grown in full sun, preferably with soil that is constantly moist, rich in substrate and humus. In the wild, the guinea e can reach up to 4m in height.

Pay close attention

Guinea is an extremely toxic herb, so never use it internally and avoid having it in your home if you have pets or children. Also, it is important to be careful when growing it, as it is an extremely resilient herb that can easily become an invasive plant due to its high proliferation power.

Basil

Basil is an herb ruled by Mars and the element Fire. Popularly used in many traditional cuisines around the world, basil's powers are excellent for a range of areas, as we show below.

Your powers

Basil has powers associated with love, protection, astral cleansing, and prosperity. When left in a vase, it will not only ward off negative energies, but also help keep people in the room in good spirits, since popular wisdom says that it attracts sympathy among people.

It is also a powerful herb for attracting abundance, helping in business and attracting money wherever it is grown with that intention. Adding basil to your food will increase your bond with people who share the same food as you. Its bath attracts love and protection.

Its uses

Basil can be used in cooking, in teas, and in aromatic baths. Its tea acts on the respiratory system, improving breathing and preventing the occurrence of colds, flu, and other infections, to which the respiratory system is more susceptible.

Basil can also be applied to relieve symptoms of gastritis and to curb gas. Basil can also be used in essential oil form. When diffused into the environment, basil essential oil is antiviral and antibacterial.

Remember that you should not apply essential oils directly to the skin; their topical use should always be in small concentrations, diluted in a suitable carrier oil.

Its cultivation

Basil is an herbaceous plant native to Asia and its height can reach up to 50 cm. It should be grown in well-drained soil, rich in organic matter.

As an aromatic herb, its properties are best developed in direct sunlight, so grow it in full sun. Basil does not like cold weather, so it adapts to warmer regions.

Chili Pepper

The chili pepper plant is a herb ruled by Mars and the Fire Element. Its fruits are appreciated in many traditional cuisines due to their intense and spicy flavor. There are different species of chili peppers, with different fruits and degrees of flavor intensity, but they all share the same powers, as we show below.

Your powers

The powers of the pepper plant are related to protection, astral cleansing, and exorcism. When planted in an environment, the pepper absorbs the evil eye and cuts down on envy. To know if your house is being victimized by envious people or negative influences, leave a vase of pepper inside.

If the pepper dries up, it is a sign that your house is being targeted by negativity, evil eyes, or even negative entities. Besides its excellent astral cleaning power, the pepper can also be used to "spice up" relationships that need to rekindle the flame of passion.

Its uses

Chili peppers are commonly used in cooking. Because they vary in pungency, their use varies according to personal taste. Because they have anti-inflammatory and thermogenic properties, they are commonly added to the diets of people who want to lose weight or relieve inflammatory processes in the body.

In addition, it is analgesic and facilitates the digestion process. It should be avoided by people who have gastritis and hemorrhoids, because its consumption increases the symptoms of these diseases.

Its cultivation

The pepper is a perennial herb native to the tropics, so it likes a well-drained soil rich in organic matter and should be grown in a location with high exposure to sunlight.

Why grow the 7 herbs?

Growing the 7 herbs is a powerful tool for energetic protection and cleansing; they are also a beautiful way to enhance the appearance of environments, contributing to their decoration, as well as increasing the positive, high-vibration energies of both the environment and the people in it.

As we have described throughout this article, the simple act of having them at home is a proven way to ward off envy and negative entities, as well as to break spells and curses.

This happens due to the energetic power of its herbs, all of them ruled by the Fire element, the element of energy, purification, and renewal, which will take charge of driving away all the darkness directed to your home and will bring the necessary light to fight all evil.

When cultivating them, it is important to choose an airy place, following the cultivation tips presented in their specific sections. In this way, you will have this energy tool working in your life for much longer.

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