Herbs that Start with the Letter G
The letter G is about grounding, growth, and guidance, creating the energy of wisdom and stability. G is linked to the number 7, a vibration of spirituality and seeking hidden truths. G also connects to intuition and inner vision, making it a letter of protection, prosperity, and spiritual awakening. This page lists herbs along with their magical uses, elemental, and planetary correspondences to support your spiritual and magical practices.
Correspondences for the Letter G
- Element: Earth
- Planet: Jupiter, Saturn
- Number: 7
- Color: deep blue, indigo, purple
- Energy: gaiety, generous, genuine, gentle, glowing, graceful, grateful, grounding, growth, guidance
- Keywords: discovery, expansion, prosperity, protection, spiritual awakening, spiritual insight, stability, wisdom
An Asterisk (*) Denotes the herb is considered poisonous, toxic, or can cause skin irritations. Do Not Consume.
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Letter G
Galangal: (Alpinia galanga) doubling money, favors, good health, hex breaking, protection, psychic abilities, sex magic, success in court/legal disputes. Fire, Mars, Masculine.*Gardenia: (Gardenia jasminoides) comfort, friendship, harmony, healing, love, peace, protection from outside influences, repels strife, spirituality. Water, Moon, Feminine.
Garlic: (Allium sativum) anti-theft, defense against vampires, exorcism, guards against negative magic and spirits, healing, prosperity, protection, purification, will power. Fire, Mars, Masculine.
*Gentian: (Gentiana lutea) power, strength. Fire, Mars, Masculine.
Geranium (Common Garden): (Pelargonium spp.) balances mind, body, and spirit, courage, feminine energy, fertility, Goddess energy, happiness, happy home, healing, heart chakra, lifting spirits, overcoming negative thoughts, positive attitude, protection, purification, strength, support, truth. Water, Venus, Feminine.
German Chamomile: (Matricaria chamomilla) attract money, break curses and spells, brews, incenses. Water, Sun, Masculine.
Ginger: (Zingiber officinale) adventures, confidence, consecrating tools, health, love, money, new experiences, power, prosperity, protection, sexuality, success. Fire, Mars, Masculine.
Ginkgo Biloba: (Ginkgo biloba) aphrodisiac, beauty, creativity, grace, fertility, healing, love, male fertility. Air, Jupiter, Masculine.
Ginseng: (Panax ginseng) beauty, healing, health, increases sex drive, love, lust, money, personal power, protection, sexual attractiveness, strength, vitality, wishes. Fire, Mars, Sun, Masculine.
Goats Rue: (Galega officinalis) divination, health, psychic abilities. Air, Mercury, Masculine.
*Goldenseal: (Hydrastis canadensis) business, financial success, healing, money, power, success, wealth. Fire, Sun, Masculine.
Goosegrass: (Galium aparine) luck in love, pleasant dreams, tenacity, wisdom. Earth, Moon, Feminine.
Gorse: (Ulex europaeus) dispels negativity, love, protects against dark magic, protection, relationships, romance, weddings. Fire, Mars, Sun, Masculine.
Gotu Kola: (Centella asiatica) assists with meditation (burn prior). Water, Moon, Feminine.
Gourd: (Lagenaria siceraria) divination, fertility, protection. Water, Moon, Feminine
Grapefruit: (Citrus × paradisi) cleansing, increasing energy, purification. Air, Sun, Masculine.
Gravel Root/Joe-Pye Weed: (Eutrochium purpureum or Eupatorium purpureum) courage, endurance, grounding, healing, overcoming obstacles, protection, purification, resilience, strength, vitality. Earth, Mars, Masculine.
Note: This herb is often incorrectly referred to as Meadowsweet (Filipendula ulmaria). They are not the same plant. Please use care when referencing a source that says they are the same.
Ground Ivy: (Glechoma hederacea) divination.
Gum Arabic/Acacia: (Acacia senegal) consecration, friendships, aids meditation, money, platonic love, protection, psychic abilities, spiritual enchantment. Air, Sun, 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.