Peppermint

Peppermint

Mentha piperita

A strongly aromatic, square-stemmed annual, growing to 32 in (80 cm) with serrated leaves. Peppermint is a cross between watermint & spearmint, which have similar though milder qualities.

Cosmetic: Infuse in oil or tincture for use in cosmetics

Culinary: Use in teas, alone or with other herbs.

Household: Tincture or prepare as a strong infusion (tea) for use in natural household cleaning formulas.

Peppermint has long been used in healing potions and mixtures, especially useful in Purification workings. This herb raises vibrations and on the altar will call in good spirits. It is also known to be used in travel, love, and money workings due to its exciting qualities

Gender: Masculine

Planet: Mercury

Element: Fire 

Powers: Purification, Sleep, Love, Healing, Psychic Powers