LEMON BALM MAGICKAL PROPERTIES FOR SPELLS & WITCHCRAFT
Lemon Balm MAGICKAL PROPERTIES, SPIRITUAL MEANING, USES, AND CORRESPONDENCES FOR USE IN SPELLS, WITCHCRAFT, AND MAGICK
If you've never heard of lemon balm’s magickal properties you're missing out on one of nature's best-kept secrets for dealing with stress and anxiety. This lemony-scented herb has been a go-to remedy for thousands of years, but it's somehow managed to fly under the radar while other herbs get all the attention.
Lemon balm is one of those herbs that doesn't get nearly enough credit. It's been quietly helping people chill out for literally thousands of years, but somehow it gets overshadowed by its flashier cousin, peppermint. Think of it as the gentle, reliable friend who's always there when you need to decompress after a rough day. Whether you're dealing with everyday stress, can't sleep, or just need something to help you slow down in this crazy world, lemon balm might be exactly what you've been looking for.
LATIN NAME: Melissa officinalis
LEMON BALM MAGICKAL PROPERTIES & SPIRITUAL MEANING: Calming | Peace | Love | Success | Healing | Emotional Balance
IS IT NECESSARY: Absolutely! If you deal with stress, anxiety, or just need to slow down in this crazy world, lemon balm should definitely be in your witch pantry.
EASY TO FIND: Yes. You can find it in most herb shops, online, and honestly, it might already be growing wild near you. It's also ridiculously easy to grow in your garden or in pots even for those with a penchant for killing plants.
COST: Approximately $1.50-$3.00 an ounce.
PARTS USED: Leaves
GODS/GODDESSES: Diana | Artemis | Venus
ELEMENTS: Water
ZODIAC SIGNS: Cancer | Virgo
PLANETS: Moon | Venus
ENERGY: Feminine | Receptive | Passive
LEMON BALM FLOWER LANGUAGE SYMBOLISM: Sympathy and Rebirth
MOON PHASE: Full Moon
LEMON BALM FOLKLORE & MAGICK: The name Melissa comes from the Greek word for honeybee, and there's a reason for that - bees absolutely love this stuff. In medieval times, it was called the "elixir of life" and was believed to renew youth. European monks grew it in their monastery gardens for its calming properties and the nuns of the Carmelite Abbey would gather herbs from their medicinal gardens and steep them in strong spirits to make a tonic called Carmelite Water. It's been used in love spells for centuries and was thought to attract romantic partners when worn or carried.
LEMON BALM THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES: This is where lemon balm really shines. It's a powerful nervine that can calm anxiety, ease tension, and help with insomnia. Studies have shown it can improve mood and cognitive function. It's antiviral and has been used traditionally to treat cold sores and herpes outbreaks. Lemon balm is also great for digestive issues, especially when they're stress-related. It's gentle enough for children and can help with ADHD symptoms.
LEMON BALM MAGICKAL & SPIRITUAL USES: Lemon balm is perfect for spells focused on emotional healing and finding inner peace. Burn it to cleanse spaces of negative energy and promote harmony. Add it to love spells to attract a gentle, nurturing relationship. Use it in success spells, especially for endeavors that require patience and steady progress. It's excellent for dream work and can be placed under your pillow to encourage peaceful sleep and gentle dreams.
LEMON BALM THERAPEUTIC USES: Make a simple tea with fresh or dried leaves when you're feeling overwhelmed or anxious. It's incredibly soothing and tastes way better than most anxiety remedies. You can also make a tincture for more concentrated effects. Apply the tea as a compress to cold sores or minor wounds. Add fresh leaves to bathwater for a stress-relieving soak. Carmelite Water can be made and used as a digestive tonic.
IDEAS FOR USING LEMON BALM IN SPELLS & MAGICK: Fill a sachet with dried lemon balm and carry it with you during stressful times or important meetings. Burn lemon balm leaves before meditation to promote clarity and calm. Add it to honey to create a magical syrup for love spells or healing work. Make lemon balm ice cubes to add to drinks during emotionally charged situations.
My favorite way to use lemon balm is to make a glycerite that I can add to tea, sparkling water, or just take straight when I need to decompress. It's become my go-to for my ADHD brain during those moments when the world feels too loud and fast-paced. It tastes amazing in iced tea on a hot summer’s day. I also love to make my version of Carmelite Water. However, this is a wine based drink and may not work for everyone but it’s a delicious and magickal treat.
When extracted into a tincture or glycerite:
BEST EXTRACTION RATIO: Tincture | Glycerite 1:6
Note: use recently dried leaves for best results
BEST ALCOHOL PROOF: 150 proof
TIME TO STEEP: 1 week
FLAVOR: Fresh, lemony, mildly sweet with a gentle minty finish
CHEMISTRY: Volatile oils including citronellal, citral, and geraniol; rosmarinic acid, flavonoids, and tannins
The information provided is not intended to replace medical advice or treatment. Always consult your doctor or physician before taking any herbs or supplements. Herbs may have side effects, cause individual sensitivities or allergies, or interact with medications, and it is important to discuss these risks with your healthcare provider. Exercise caution if you are pregnant or nursing before taking any herbs or supplements.
This website and information provided is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Occult properties of herbs are provided for historical interest only. All magick and magickal items, recipes, and formulations are intended for curio only. No magickal effects are guaranteed.
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