Nov 23, 2017
Papaya
(Catica papaya) Safe to interact with.
Folk Names: Paw-Paw, Papao, Put. Gender: Feminine. Planet: Moon. Element: Water. Powers: Love, Protection.
Magical Uses: The papaya has long been used in magical rites. One of the simplest of these is to tie a rag around a limb of a papaya tree while visualizing your need. Hang several twigs of papaya wood over the doorsill; this will keep evil from entering the house. Eat the fruit and serve to a loved one; it will intensify feelings of love.
(from Cunningham’s Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs by Scott Cunningham)
