Magickal Properties of: Rose
There are over 300 species of roses, with more than 1000 cultivars. Roses are believed to have first been cultivated in China, historically dating back to 5000 years. The following seem to be the most common varieties that are sold as oils or marketed for magickal use. However, this is only speculation and may not be entirely accurate.
Rosa Gallica - Also known as the French Rose or Apothecary Rose, it is native to southern and central Europe. It is believed that this rose variety was first cultivated by the Greek’s and Romans.
Rosa Centifolia - This type of rose is also sometimes called the Cabbage Rose.
Rosa Damascena - Also known as the Damask Rose or Rose of Castile.
Most Rose oil is derived from the Rosa Centifolia and Damascena varieties. Although they differ a bit in color and fragrance, they share similar properties and uses. Rose oil is also quite expensive. For magickal purposes, it is more economical to use fresh roses or dried rose petals.
Astrological: Venus, Taurus
Deities: Isis, Hathor, Aphrodite, Demeter, Eros, Hulda, Aurora
Symbolism for Divination or Spell Associations: Love, Fertility, Romance, Protection, Beauty, Luck, Joy, Emotions
Use in sachets, spell bottles, teas, incense blends, anointing oils, to dress a candle, in a bath.
Use in spells for healing, love, peace, protection, beauty, to avoid conflict, to calm stress and to resolve problems peacefully.
Rose is one of the most versatile plants. Rose petals can be incorporated into any spell, ritual or meditation to enhance its effects. Rose is particularly potent in workings that focus on protection because roses protect in the energetic vibration of love and compassion. Roses have a fierce, yet gentle energy.
A single rose placed inside a glass of water on an altar can be used as a singular, but powerful focus for a spell.
Use rose petals in a bath to encourage beauty, healing and to attract love.
Carry rose petals in a sachet for protection.
Sprinkle rose petals in the home or around a space to resolve conflict and calm upheavals.
Roses planted in a garden are said to attract faeries.
Rose petals blended into a tea can induce prophetic dreams and assist with divination.
Use rose thorns to carve sigils into candles to enhance the spell.
If you are going to drink rose as a tea, or burn it as an incense, be sure to research thoroughly and buy your roses at food grade quality from a reputable source. Not all roses are grown for consumption and may have been exposed to dangerous pesticides and/or chemicals to help preserve them once cut. If you ingest roses that have been treated with chemicals, they may irritate the digestive tract.
Rose water is very good for the skin.
Roses also carry correspondences with spiritual enlightenment in some sacred traditions.
The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Healing Remedies- C. Norman Shealy MD, PhD - Harper Collins Publishers
Herb Magic: An Introduction to Magical Herbalism and Spells - Patty Wigingron, Illustrations by Mel Baxter - Rockridge Press
The Modern Witchcraft Guide to Magickal Herbs: Your Complete Guide to the Hidden Powers of Herbs - Judy Ann Nock - Adams Media
Cunningham’s Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs: Expanded and Revised Edition - Scott Cunningham - Llewellyn Publications
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