Sacred Plants

Wicca, being an ancient religion that is slowly becoming mainstream, has still kept the ancient tradition of herbalism in its practices. Whether it is in using herbs, plants, and essential oils for their medicinal properties or in magic, Wicca has it all. So, what makes herbs, plants and essential oils ideal for both their medicinal benefits and for their magical powers? Which herbs, plants, and essential oils are used in Wiccan practices?

The plant kingdom is existing in the world for a long time now, much before the evolution of human beings. The herbs have been used as the oldest tool to have magical effects on various conditions. Many different species of plants have various kinds of physical and spiritual beneficial properties. All of these have been incorporated into witchcraft and wizardry practices other than the practices of healers, shamans, and others.

If you want to learn practicing witchcraft like a real Wicca, with the herbal magic, then keep reading. Herbalism (also known as herbology or botanical medicine) is the practice of using plants for medicinal or therapeutic use. There are many plants used by the Wicca in their ritual practices. Wiccans can use herbs not just for their medicinal properties, but for their magical use, because herbs hold the Earth’s energy in them. This energy can be drawn upon when herbs are used in spells.