List of Herbs that Start with the Letter A

The journey through magical herbs begins with the letter A, a symbol of beginnings, inspiration, and fresh energy. “A” is tied to leadership, initiative, and the spark that sets intentions into motion. Just as these herbs have correspondences and properties, the letter itself holds the qualities of clarity and movement. This page lists herbs along with their magical uses, elemental, and planetary correspondences to support your spiritual and magical practices.

Correspondences for the Letter A

• Element: Air
• Planet: Sun, Mars
• Number: 1
• Color: gold, red
• Energy: ability, abundance, acceptance, achievement, action, adventure, aptitude, artistic, attentive, authentic
• Keywords: action, beginning, clarity, creativity, initiation, inspiration, leadership, manifestation, raw energy, vitality

An Asterisk (*) Denotes the herb is considered poisonous, toxic, or can cause skin irritations. Do Not Consume.

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Letter A

Acacia/Gum Arabic: blessing, consecration, friendships, aids meditation, money, platonic love, protection, psychic abilities, purity, spiritual elevation. Air, Sun.

*Adonis: banishing, exorcisms, healing mental/emotional health, intelligence, invisibility, protection. Fire, Venus.

African Daisy: divine alignment, energy healing, magical powers, mystery, psychic abilities, protection. Air, Sun.

Agapanthus: authority, confidence, elegance, excellence, intelligence, inner knowing, intuition, knowledge of your divinity, self-mastery. Water, Moon.

Agarwood (Oud): attraction, connection with Divine/Source, meditation, spiritual transformation. Fire, Sun.

Agrimony: banish inner blockages, dispel negativity, overcome fear, reverse negativity, sleep protection. Air, Jupiter.

African Violet: attracting positive spirits, gentleness, harmony at home, protection, spirituality. Water, Venus.

Alder: balance between fire and water, guidance, protection, strength in adversity. Earth, Saturn.

Alfalfa: anti-hunger, financial stability, money-drawing, prosperity. Earth, Venus.

*Alkanet Root (Dyers' Bugloss): coloring oils, money-drawing spells, prosperity, protection. Earth, Venus.

Allspice: conversations, co-operation, determination, friendly interactions, healing, luck, money, sympathy, vitality. Fire, Mars.

*Almond: alertness, fertility, money, prosperity, wakefulness, wisdom. Air, Mercury.

*Aloe Vera: inner healing, luck, overcoming blockages, patience, persistence, protection, resolve. Water, Moon.

Amaranth: healing, immortality, overcoming grief, protection. Air, Saturn.

*Amaryllis: beauty, confidence, creativity, crown chakra, joy, playfulness, pride, self-acceptance, self-expression. Fire, Sun.

Amber: courage, energy, focus, mental clarity, prevents psychic attack, protection, spiritual preservation. Fire, Sun.

Ambergris: attraction, enhances magical effects, strength, vitality. Water, Moon.

Ammoniacum: banishment, protection, purification. Fire, Mars.

*Anemone: health, protection, warding off evil and disease. Water, Moon.

Angelica: exorcism, healing, protection, strength, warding off evil spirits. Air, Sun.

Anise: clairvoyance, luck, opens Third Eye, perception of Divine/Source, protection, psychic powers, purification. Air, Jupiter.

*Anthurium (flamingo flower, laceleaf): abundance, hospitality, warmth in relationships. Fire, Venus.

Apple/Apple Blossom: blessings, contentment, fertility, happiness, healing, immortality, knowledge, love, peace of mind, success. Water, Venus.

Apricot: abundance, love, romance, sensual passion, sexuality. An aphrodisiac. Fire, Venus.

*Arnica: midsummer magic, protection, warding off thunder storms. Fire, Sun.

Arugula: love magic, lust, passion, stimulation. Fire, Venus.

*Asafoetida: banishing, exorcism, protection, repelling negativity. Fire, Mars.

Ash Tree: divination, healing, protection, prosperity, World Tree (Yggdrasil). Air, Jupiter.

*Asparagus: attraction, fertility, male potency (berries are toxic). Fire, Mars.

Aspen Tree: communication with spirits, overcoming fear, protection. Air, Mercury.

Aster: astrological wisdom, beginnings, cleansing, connection to divine, detoxifying, doorways/transitions, love, psychic abilities, protection, support for young ladies. Air, Jupiter.

Avocado: beauty, fertility, love, lust, youth. Water, Venus.

*Azalea: gentleness, happiness, joy, light-heartedness. Water, Venus.

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Disclaimer: 

Certain herbs and spices may be toxic, allergenic, or harmful if ingested, inhaled, or applied to the skin. Always research an herb’s safety and potential effects before use. Do not consume, burn, or apply any herbs unless you are certain they are safe for your intended purpose. 

Herbs that are known to be poisonous or toxic are marked with an asterisk (*). We make every effort to identify and label known toxic herbs, but this is not a guarantee that every dangerous herb is marked.

The author of this collection does not provide medical advice or recommend any practices as a replacement for professional medical treatment of physical, emotional, or psychological conditions, either directly or indirectly. The intent of this resource is to offer general information to support your journey toward enhanced emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. If you choose to apply any information from these materials, the author and publisher assume no responsibility for your decisions or actions.