Gender: Feminine

Planet: Venus

Element: Water

Chakra Colour: Violet

Medicinal Uses: Licorice root is good to use while quitting smoking. Among its medicinal uses; as an expectorant used in teas, cough remedies, etc. It is used to soothe skin disorders such as eczema, useful in treatment of canker sores & peptic ulcers. Licorice Root is also known for its estrogenic properties. Licorice root may also be used for anti-depressant, asthma, body odor, chronic fatigue, colds and flu, gout, heartburn, viral infections, fungal infections, ulcers, liver problems, menopause, psoriasis, shingles, sore throat, tendinitis, ulcers, yeast infections, prostate enlargement and arthritis.

Licorice basically helps people that are experiencing ailments of “dryness” in the body become more moist.

Magical Uses: It’s use in sex & love magic is rooted in those same estrogenic properties. The root is often chewed for sexual potency. It is “sprinkled” in the footprints of a lover to keep them from wandering. It is used in love oils & incense. But it’s greatest strength is the magic of protection. Licorice root was buried in the tombs of the deceased, to protect the Soul on its journey. It expels negative energy from our lives. Provides a protective barrier around the magical practitioner.

Other names: Lacris, Licourice, lycorys, Reglisse, Sweet Root

Contraindications: may deplete potassium, diuretics, anticoagulant (very serious), estrogens.

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