Herbs that Start with the Letter D

The letter D symbolizes determination, stability, and the manifestation of intentions. This resonates with energies that encourage discipline, structure, and grounded action. In numerology, D is associated with the number 4, representing endurance, order, and building solid foundations. Herbs beginning with D share vibrational energy that supports focus, persistence, and the ability to turn plans into reality. This page lists herbs along with their magical uses, elemental and planetary correspondences, to guide your spiritual and magical practices.

Correspondences for the Letter D

• Element: Earth
• Planet: Saturn
• Number: 4
• Color: black, brown, dark green
• Energy: decision, dedication, dependable, desire, determination, devoted, dignity, discipline, divine, dream, driven
• Keywords: endurance, focus, grounding, manifestation, prosperity, protection, stability, structure

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

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Letter D

*Daffodil: (Narcissus pseudonarcissus) fertility, love, luck, repels negativity. Water, Venus, Feminine.

Daisy: (Bellis perennis) associated with baby Christenings and Wiccanings, health, innocence, love, luck, lust, purification, simplicity, wealth. Earth, Venus, Feminine.

Dahlia: (Dahlia pinnata) dreams, occult wisdom, shadows, transmutation. Water, Neptune, Feminine.

*Damiana: (Turnera diffusa) aphrodisiac, astral travel, attracting love, chakra opening, deep meditation, lust, sex magic, spirit quests. Fire, Mars, Pluto, Masculine.

Dandelion/Blowball: (Taraxacum officinale) astral projection, defeating negativity, divination, dream work, healing, psychic abilities, purification, summoning spirits, wishes. Air, Jupiter, Masculine.

Date Palm: (Phoenix dactylifera) fertility, prosperity, resurrection, solar magic, victory. Fire, Sun, Masculine.

*Datura: (Datura stramonium) astral travel, concealment, discernment, divination, enchantment, hex breaking, invisibility, protection from evil, sleep, spell breaking. Water, Saturn, Feminine.

Deer's Tongue: (Carphephorus odoratissimus) attracts men, increases psychic powers. Air, Mars, Venus, Masculine.

Devil Bone Root: (Eryngium yuccifolium) attraction, love, magnetism, protection, sexual attractiveness, warding. Earth, Mars, Masculine.

    Note: I am unsure if this scientific name is correct.

Devil's Bit: (Succisa pratensis) exorcism, health, love, lust, protection, strength. Fire, Mars, Masculine.

Devil's Claw: (Harpagophytum procumbens)  banishing negativity, grounding, prevents unwanted company, protection. Earth, Saturn, Masculine.

Devil's Shoestring/Black Haw: (Viburnum prunifolium) control over opposite sex, employment, gambling, invisibility, luck, new career/job, power, protection. Earth, Venus, Masculine.

Dill: (Anethum graveolens) aphrodisiac (seeds), blessings, concentration, dispels darkness, focus, love, luck, lust, mental clarity, money, protection. Fire, Mercury, Masculine.

Dittany of Crete: (Origanum dictamnus) astral projection, calling spirits, enhancing psychic abilities, manifestation, spirit work. Fire, Venus, Feminine.

Dock Root (Yellow Dock): (Rumex crispus) clears blockages, cuts bindings/cords, fertility, healing, letting go, money, solar magic. Air, Jupiter, Sun, Masculine.

Dodder/Love Vine: (Cuscuta europaea) binding, control, divination, love, protection, psychic link between people. Water, Venus, Feminine.

Dogwood: (Cornus florida) confidence, guards letters and Book of Shadows from unwanted eyes, good health, protection, wishes. Water, Mars, Masculine.

Douglas Fir: (Pseudotsuga menziesii) purification, resilience, spiritual insight, strength. Air, Jupiter, Masculine.

Dove's Blood: dispels conflict, friendship, harmony, love, peace, tranquility. Water, Venus, Feminine.

Dragon's Blood/Blume: (Dracaena cinnabari) banishing, breaking bad habits, dispels negativity, exorcism, good luck, ink making, love, overcome blockages, potency, protection, purification. Fire, Mars, Masculine.

Dragon Fruit: (Selenicereus undatus) attraction, charm, desire, lust, passion, sensuality, spell work. Water, Venus, Feminine.

Dulse (seaweed): (Palmaria palmata) emotional balance, harmony, lust, nourishment, peace, sea/wind magic. Water, Moon, Feminine.

Durian: (Durio zibethinus) banishing, cleansing, cursing, energy purification, grounding, protection, stability, warding. Earth, Saturn, Masculine.

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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.