Mentha Piperita: Peppermint Leaf 30 grams

Description

Mint is associated with the planet venus and are sacred to the god Hades, The name peppermint has roots in Greek mythology: Hades, god of the dead, pursued the beautiful nymph, Minthe. Hades’ wife, Persephone, became jealous and turned Minthe into a small and insignificant plant on which to be trampled. Pluto could not undo the transformation, but ensured that Minthe would always be loved for her fragrant aroma.

peppermint has been employed in many ways; for cleansing, dreams,
healing, love, money, passion, prosperity, protection, psychic development, purification, release, renewal and sleep.

peppermint is known as the stomach healer, it is very effective in alleviating indigestion, cramps, gas, bloating, inflammation and to promote overall healthy digestion.
add peppermint to other, less tasty herbal decoctions or teas to make them more palatable. drink peppermint tea after eating, to stimulate bile flow, increasing digestion and easing the stomach.

place mint around your home as a protective herb. Hang bunches by your bed or burn as incense to promote restful sleep. Peppermint leaves also make ideal divination tea and has long been used in healing potions and mixtures.

The fresh leaves rubbed against the head are said to relieve headaches. Mint worn at the wrist assures that you will not be ill. Its bright green leaves and crisp scent led to it’s use in money and prosperity spells. Fresh mint laid on the altar will call good spirits to be present and aid you in magick, especially healing spells. Added to incenses it cleanses the house or ritual area.

Peppermint generally grows best in moist, shaded locations, and expands by underground rhizomes. Young shoots can be replanted from old stocks and dibbled into the ground about 1.5 feet apart. They grow quickly and cover the ground with runners if it is permanently moist.