Rose petals ~

Rose petals ~

Magical Use~
Roses are associated with Aphrodite, Adonis and Eros.

Rosewater is a protective agent worn on clothes.

Rose petals can be added to charms against the evil eye.

White roses worn at weddings will bring happiness and security to the couple.

Roses are used traditionally in love spells. It is great in incense and potpourri. Thorns can be used to mark wax figures.

Rosehips can be carried for general good luck or strung like beads for luck in love.
Rose hips can also be used as offerings to encourage friendly spirits to take up residence.

Medical Use
The best roses for medicinal use are fragrant and deep red or cabbage roses.

A tincture is used for a weak stomach and for hemorrhaging. 1 pint boiling water to 1 ounce of rose petals. Add 15 drops of oil of vitriol and 1/2 cup sugar. Stir till sugar is dissolved and the mixture is nice and red. Strain. Take three or four spoonfuls daily.

Rose flavored honey is good for coughs and sore throats. Rose honey can be made by pounding the fresh petals and boiling them with honey.

Rose vinegar is good for headaches caused by being out in the sun for too long. Steep the petals in the vinegar for several days, do not boil. Apply a cloth wetted with vinegar to the forehead.

Rosewater ointment is good for chapped skin and abrasions.

Rosehips, the fruit of the rose, are rich in vitamin C and can be added to healing teas and make a delicious syrup to help the body fight infection.

Contemporary color meanings
Red – Love, respect
Deep pink – Gratitude, appreciation
Light pink – Admiration, sympathy, puppy love, maidenhood
White – Reverence, humility, innocence
Yellow – Joy, gladness, lifelong friendship
Orange – Enthusiasm, desire
Red & yellow blends – Gaiety, joviality
Pale blended tones – Sociability, friendship.

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