Herbs

Pine
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Magickal uses:	Cones from pine trees are carried to increase fertility and to have vigorous old age. A pine cone gathered on Midsummer (still retaining it seeds) is an awesome magical object, for it's possessor eats one pine nut from it everyday, it will make him immune to gunshots. Pine needles are burned during the winter months to purify and cleanse the house.  Scattered on the floor they drive away evil, and when burned, exorcise  the area of negativity.  They are also used in cleansing baths.  Pine needles are burned to reverse and send back spells. Branches of the pine placed above the bed keeps sickness far away (or, if they weren't placed in time, aid the ill).  In Japan it is customary to place a pine branch over the door of the house to ensure continual joy within,  for the leaves are evergreen.
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submitted by:	Diane