Birch leaf, Betula pendula, is considered to be strongly connected to the Goddess of the Forests as is all parts of the Birch Tree. Birch Leaf is often used in spells and rituals for protection and warding against both negative entities and negative energies. Hanging dried Birch Leaf near the windows, chimney or doors to assist with protection and wards to veer lightning away from the home.

Rituals of cleansing can use Birch Leaf alone or mixed with such herbs as Rosemary and Thyme for cleansing a person or a location. Charms can be used with Birch Leaf placed inside to assist with keeping a person's aura cleansed before a ritual.

Birch twigs have been used to exorcise spirits by gently striking possessed people or animals since the Birch is a purificatory or cleansing herb. The tree is used for protection, and Russians used to hang a red ribbon around the Birch stem to rid themselves of the evil eye. Birch protects against lightning. The traditional witch's broom was made of birch twigs, and cradles were once manufactured from birch wood to protect the helpless babies.

Other Names: Beithe, Bereza, Berke, Beth, Bouleau, Lady of the Woods
Gender: Feminine
Planet: Venus
Element: Water
Deity: Thor
Metaphysical Powers: Protection, Exorcism, Purification

Healing Properties:

Birch has analgesic properties and can be used topically or internally to alleviate pain and inflammation. Birch is diuretic and can promote urinary health by increasing urine production and assisting with the elimination of toxins. Birch leaves and buds can be used to soothe respiratory ailments and relieve symptoms of coughs and colds.

***Please consult a physician before ingesting any herbs. Do not ingest if you are pregnant or brestfeeding. OUr herbs are sold for energetic and magical purposes only.

1 package of birch leaf.