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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Acacia/Gum Arabic: (Acacia senegal) blessing, consecration, friendships, aids meditation, money, platonic love, protection, psychic abilities, purity, spiritual elevation. Air, Sun, Masculine.
Adder's Tongue: (Ophioglossum vulgatum) calm, healing wounds, moon magic, protection, renewal. Water, Moon, Feminine.
*Adonis: (Adonis vernalis) banishing, exorcisms, healing mental/emotional health, intelligence, invisibility, protection. Fire, Venus, Masculine.
African Daisy: (Osteospermum ecklonis) divine alignment, energy healing, magical powers, mystery, psychic abilities, protection. Air, Sun, Masculine.
African Violet: (Saintpaulia ionantha or ionanthus) attracting positive spirits, gentleness, harmony at home, protection, spirituality. Water, Venus, Feminine.
Agapanthus: (Agapanthus africanus) authority, confidence, elegance, excellence, intelligence, inner knowing, intuition, knowledge of your divinity, self-mastery. Water, Moon, Feminine.
*Agaric: (Amanita muscaria) altered states, divination, dream work, fertility, protection, spirit contact, visions. Fire, Mercury, Masculine.
Agarwood (Oud): (Aquilaria malaccensis) attraction, connection with Divine/Source, meditation, spiritual transformation. Fire, Sun, Masculine.
Agrimony: (Agrimonia eupatoria) banish inner blockages, dispel negativity, overcome fear, reverse negativity, sleep protection. Air, Jupiter, Masculine.
Alder: (Alnus glutinosa) balance between fire and water, guidance, protection, strength in adversity. Earth, Saturn, Venus, Masculine.
Alfalfa: (Medicago sativa) anti-hunger, financial stability, money-drawing, prosperity, wealth. Earth, Venus, Feminine.
*Alkanet Root (Dyers' Bugloss): (Alkanna tinctoria) coloring oils, money-drawing spells, prosperity, protection. Earth, Venus, Feminine.
Allspice: (Pimenta dioica) conversations, co-operation, determination, friendly interactions, healing, luck, money, sympathy, vitality, wealth. Fire, Mars, Masculine.
*Almond: (Prunus dulcis) alertness, fertility, money, prosperity, wakefulness, wealth, wisdom. Air, Mercury, Masculine.
*Aloe Vera: (Aloe vera) inner healing, luck, overcoming blockages, patience, persistence, protection, resolve. Water, Moon, Feminine.
Althea/Marshmallow: (Althaea officinalis) altar offering, brings in good spirits, cleansing, fertility, handfasting, love, protection, psychic abilities, purification, spiritual communication. Water, Venus, Feminine.
Amaranth: (Amaranthus caudatus) healing, immortality, longevity, overcoming grief, prosperity, protection. Air, Saturn, Feminine.
*Amaryllis: (Hippeastrum spp.) beauty, confidence, creativity, crown chakra, joy, playfulness, pride, self-acceptance, self-expression. Fire, Sun, Feminine.
Amber: courage, energy, focus, mental clarity, prevents psychic attack, protection, spiritual preservation. Fire, Sun, Masculine.
Ambergris: attraction, enhances magical effects, strength, vitality. Water, Moon Masculine.
Ammoniacum: (Dorema ammoniacum) banishment, protection, purification. Fire, Mars, Masculine.
Ammoniacum: (Dorema ammoniacum) banishment, protection, purification. Fire, Mars, Masculine.
*Anemone: (Anemone nemorosa) health, protection, warding off evil and disease. Water, Mars, Moon, Masculine.
Angelica: (Angelica archangelica) exorcism, healing, protection, strength, warding off evil spirits. Air, Sun, Masculine.
Anise: (Pimpinella anisum) clairvoyance, luck, opens Third Eye, perception of Divine/Source, protection, psychic powers, purification. Air, Jupiter, Masculine.
*Anthurium (flamingo flower, laceleaf): (Anthurium andraeanum) abundance, hospitality, warmth in relationships. Fire, Venus, Masculine.
Apple/Apple Blossom: (Malus domestica) beauty, blessings, contentment, fertility, happiness, harvest, healing, immortality, knowledge, love, Mabon, peace of mind, spirit work, success, wisdom. Water, Venus, Feminine.
Apricot: (Prunus armeniaca) abundance, love, romance, self-love, sensual passion, sexuality. An aphrodisiac. Fire, Venus, Feminine.
Arbutus: (Arbutus unedo) grounding, love, overcoming obstacles, perseverance, protection, strength. Earth, Mars, Masculine.
*Arnica: (Arnica montana) midsummer magic, protection, warding off thunder storms. Fire, Sun, Masculine.
Arugula: (Eruca vesicaria) love magic, lust, passion, stimulation. Fire, Venus, Masculine.
*Asafoetida: (Ferula assa-foetida) banishing, exorcism, protection, repelling negativity. Fire, Mars, Masculine.
Ash Tree: (Fraxinus excelsior) divination, healing, image magic, protection, prosperity, World Tree (Yggdrasil). Air, Water, Jupiter, Sun, Masculine.
*Asparagus: (Asparagus officinalis) attraction, fertility, male potency (berries are toxic). Fire, Mars, Masculine.
Aspen Tree: (Populus tremula or tremuloides) communication with spirits, overcoming fear, prevents theft, protection. Air, Mercury, Masculine.
Asphodel: (Asphodelus albus) contacting the dead, honoring ancestors, protection, remembrance, spiritual light, transition between worlds. Water, Pluto, Feminine.
Aster: (Symphyotrichum spp.) astrological wisdom, beginnings, cleansing, connection to divine, detoxifying, doorways/transitions, love, psychic abilities, protection, support for young ladies. Air, Jupiter, Venus, Feminine.
Avens: (Geum urbanum) courage, exorcism, protection, purification, strength. Air, Jupiter, Masculine.
Avocado: (Persea americana) beauty, fertility, love, lust, youth. Water, Venus, Feminine.
*Azalea: (Rhododendron spp.) emotional healing, feminine energy, gentleness, happiness, home blessings, joy, light-heartedness, love. Water, Venus, Feminine.
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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.