Peony Root - cut

Peony root (Paeonia officinalis) is one of the oldest and most respected roots in both Western, European herbalism and folk magic traditions. Protective, lucky, and deeply rooted in ancient European use, it is a powerful addition to any apothecary.

Magical Properties & Hoodoo / Witchcraft Uses

In hoodoo and traditional witchcraft, peony root is worked primarily as a root of protection and good luck. It is one of the classic curio roots carried for personal power and to ward off evil.

• Protection — one of the most traditional roots for shielding against evil, crossed conditions, and psychic attack; carried on the person or placed in the home
• Good luck and fortune — carried in mojo bags and charm bags to draw good luck and keep misfortune away
• Uncrossing and hex-breaking — used in uncrossing baths and formulas to break jinxes and remove negative conditions
• Protection of children — historically hung around children’s necks or placed in their rooms to protect against illness and evil spirits
• Nightmares and sleep protection — placed under the pillow or near the bed to prevent nightmares and protect during sleep
• Business and prosperity — worked into money-drawing and business-blessing formulas
• Exorcism and space clearing — burned or scattered to drive out negative spirits and clear a space

Traditional Herbal Uses

European peony root has a long history in Western folk medicine and was a staple of medieval European herbalism. Traditionally it has been used to support:

• Nervous system support — one of its most historic uses; used for epilepsy, convulsions, spasms, and nervous complaints in European folk and monastic medicine
• Pain relief — used for headaches, joint pain, and general aches in traditional European herbalism
• Respiratory support — historically used for coughs, asthma, and chest complaints
• Digestive support — used as a bitter tonic to ease digestive complaints and cramping
• Women’s health — used in European folk medicine to support menstrual regularity and ease cramping

Magical Correspondences

• Planet: Moon / Sun
• Element: Water
• Gender: Feminine
• Deities: Paeon (Greek god of healing), lunar goddesses
• Powers: Protection, luck, exorcism, prosperity, healing, sleep
• Chakra: Root, Sacral

Sold cut and ready for use in spell work, mojo bags, baths, and herbal blends.

Sold as a curio only. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before internal use. For external and ritual use.