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Alder

Alnus spp.

Folk names: 

Warning: Ingestion + Nursing

Yellow (inner) bark can induce vomiting in higher quantities of ingestion.

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Breastmilk is potentially affected by Alder and therefore should not be used while nursing unless cessation is the goal.

Parts Used:

  • Bark

  • Catkins

  • Leaf

  • Leaf Bud

  • Twig

Uses: 

  • Incense

  • Potion

  • Spellwork

  • Tea

  • Tincture

Holidays:

  • Celtic Tree Zodiac: March 18-April 14

​Magical Uses

  • Balance

  • Creativity

  • Decision Making

  • Divination

  • Healing

  • Fairy Magic

  • Music

  • Poetry

  • Protection for the Dead

  • Teaching

  • Weather Magic

  • Wind Magic

Sources

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