Aloe
(Aloe Vera, A. spp.)

Folk Names

Burn Plant, Medicine Plant
Gender

Feminine
Parts Used

Planet

Moon
Element

Water
Deities

Powers

Protection, Luck
Magickal Uses

The aloe, a popular house plant, is also protective. It guards against evil influences and prevents household accidents. In Africa, the aloe is hung over houses and doors to drive away eveil, as well as to bring good luck.

In Mexico, large wreaths made of whole garlic bulbs strung on wire are festooned with pictures of saints, packets of magickal herbs, lodestones, rock salt, Pine nuts as well as clumps of freshly cut Aloe. These are hung up in the home for protection, luck, money and so on.

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