Faerie Good Herbal Index

Welcome to the Faerie Good Herbal Index—a growing grimoire of the organic herbs, petals, and roots that fill our blends with gentle magic. Here you’ll find traditional uses, wellness lore, and whispers of the old stories tied to each plant. Sip slowly, read deeply, and return often. This is a living archive—and it’s just beginning to bloom.

In the heart of the old forests, among whispering leaves and starlit streams, lived the healers, the dreamers, the brewers of magic.

Their wisdom was simple yet profound: the earth offers everything we need — for healing, for dreaming, for thriving.

This Herbal Grimoire is a love letter to that wisdom—a living, breathing collection of plants that sing in the hands of the wild-hearted.

Each highlight is a doorway to an herb’s spirit: its ancient uses, its hidden magic, and the gentle ways it still weaves wellness into our lives today. 

1. Chamomile 
2. Lavender 
3. Lemon Balm 
4. Valerian Root 
5. Hibiscus 
6. Rose
7. Calendula 
8. Dandelion
9. Lemongrass
10. Orange Peel 
11. Ceylon Black Tea
12. Green Tea - Sencha 

For every leaf, a story. For every cup, a blessing.

1. Chamomile

Botanical Name: Matricaria chamomilla
Origin: Europe & Western Asia
Faerie Good Tea: Rest Abundant, The Chamomile Spirit
& Tale: The vengeful legend of Elidora 

🌿 Magical Properties:

• A sacred herb of peace, protection, and sweet dreams — often called “the plant’s physician” for its ability to heal surrounding plants and spaces

 • Used in magick, moon rituals, and dream spells to invite restful sleep and sweet visions

 • Thought to ward off negativity, break hexes, and cradle the spirit in warmth and security

• Beloved by ancient cultures for its ability to soothe the heart and calm tempests of emotion

🍵 Wellness Benefits:

• Chamomile tea benefits include natural sleep support, calming the nervous system, and easing anxious thoughts

• Traditionally used to support digestion, reduce bloating, and ease gastrointestinal discomfort

• Contains natural anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds that may help protect against oxidative stress

• Gentle enough for all ages — a true household remedy for tender hearts and bellies

🕯 Ritual Tip:

Brew chamomile tea under soft evening light. As the steam rises, whisper one thing you wish to release — an old worry, a lingering sorrow. Visualize the steam carrying it away like a dream, leaving only peace behind. 

⚠️ Gentle Note:

Chamomile belongs to the daisy family and may cause allergic reactions in those sensitive to ragweed. 

2. Lavender

Botanical Name: Lavandula angustifolia
Origin: Mediterranean
Faerie Good Tea: Rest Abundant, The Dance of Spring
& Tale: The Legend of Flame & Flower

🌿 Magical Properties:

• A timeless herb of calm, clarity, and spiritual protection — beloved by healers, mystics, and dreamers across centuries

• Used in rituals to attract peace, deepen self-love, and encourage restful dreams

• Thought to cleanse the aura of heavy emotions and negative energies, restoring balance and inner light

• Traditionally placed in sachets, baths, and under pillows to ward off nightmares and invite gentle, prophetic dreams

• Said to strengthen intuition, open the heart to forgiveness, and create sacred, safe spaces for healing

🍵 Wellness Benefits:

• Lavender tea benefits include soothing mental stress, promoting restful sleep, and easing nervous tension

• Rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that support overall wellness

• Gentle support for digestion — calming stomach discomfort often tied to stress

• Aromatherapeutic properties uplift mood and encourage emotional equilibrium

🕯 Ritual Tip:

Brew a cup of lavender tea before bed. As you sip slowly, breathe in the floral steam and envision worries dissolving into the night air. Place a small sachet of dried lavender near your pillow, or anoint your journal with lavender-infused water to bless your dreams and intentions. 

⚠️ Gentle Note:

Lavender is generally safe but may interact with sedative medications. Consult a healthcare professional before use during pregnancy or if combining with other calming herbs or pharmaceuticals.

3. Lemon Balm

Botanical Name: Melissa officinalis
Origin: Southern Europe & the Mediterranean
Faerie Good Tea: Rest Abundant 
& Tale: The Legend of Flame & Flower

🌿 Magical Properties:

• A sacred herb of emotional healing, inner peace, and gentle renewal — long revered by ancient Greeks and medieval herbalists

• Associated with the Moon's nurturing, intuitive energy: softening sorrow, calming restless hearts, and supporting dreamwork and divination

• Traditionally used in spells and charms for attracting loving energy and for mending broken hearts

• Said to lift the spirits of the weary, renew optimism, and wrap the soul in a soft, silver glow of comfort

🍵 Wellness Benefits:

• Lemon balm tea benefits include calming the nervous system, easing anxiety, and promoting emotional resilience

• Traditionally used as a gentle sleep aid and mood stabilizer, helping balance emotional highs and lows

• Supports digestion, easing discomforts linked to tension or nervousness

• May aid cognitive focus, memory retention, and clarity of thought — a friend to scholars and dreamers alike

🕯 Ritual Tip:

Brew Lemon Balm under the moon, when setting new intentions or nurturing gentle transformation. As you sip, imagine each swallow filling your heart with silvery light and quiet hope. Carry a sprig or sachet of dried lemon balm when seeking comfort, peace, or emotional renewal. 

⚠️ Gentle Note:

Lemon balm is generally safe, but those with hypothyroidism or on thyroid medication should consult a healthcare professional before use.

4. Valerian Root

Botanical Name: Valeriana officinalis
Origin: Europe & Northern Asia
Faerie Good Tea: Rest Abundant 
& Tale: The Legend of Flame & Flower

🌿 Magical Properties:

• An ancient herb of sleep, protection, and emotional release — known to wise women and healers since the time of Hippocrates

• Traditionally placed under pillows or hung in homes to banish nightmares and protect dreamers from spiritual disturbance

• Used in rituals to calm restless spirits, break hexes, and soften emotional storms within the heart

• Said to invite deep surrender and safe passage through the dream realms — connecting the soul to hidden wisdom during sleep

🍵 Wellness Benefits:

• Valerian tea benefits include promoting deep, restorative sleep and easing insomnia naturally without harsh sedatives

• Calms the nervous system and relaxes tense muscles, supporting overall physical and emotional release

• May help reduce anxiety, nervous tension, and restlessness, especially when stress prevents restful sleep

• Traditionally used to soothe emotional overwhelm and quiet racing thoughts, guiding the body back into balance

🕯 Ritual Tip:

Brew valerian root tea at twilight, when the world begins to soften into darkness. Allow the earthy, grounding steam to rise toward your face. As you sip, imagine yourself sinking into a soft bed of moss, safe, cradled, and supported by the ancient earth. 

Place a small bowl of dried valerian root under your bed on restless nights to deepen dreams and protect your spirit.

⚠️ Gentle Note:

 Valerian may cause drowsiness. Avoid combining with sedative medications or alcohol. Consult a healthcare provider if pregnant or nursing. Best enjoyed at night.

5. Hibiscus

Botanical Name: Hibiscus sabdariffa
Origin: Tropical and subtropical regions
(notably West Africa and the Caribbean)
Faerie Good Tea: The Hibiscus Maiden, Embers & Petals
& Tales : The Beginning of Amara  , A Poem For The Women Untamed

 🌿 Magical Properties:

• A flower of passion, bold transformation, and radiant self-love — celebrated across cultures as a symbol of beauty, vitality, and awakening

• Used in rituals for attraction, personal empowerment, and opening the heart to new experiences and deeper joy

• Said to reveal hidden truths, spark confidence, and invite emotional rebirth

• Tied to fire magic — hibiscus stirs the soul’s embers into a full, vibrant flame, helping wishes take flight and desires bloom

🍵 Wellness Benefits:

• Hibiscus tea benefits include being rich in antioxidants (especially vitamin C and anthocyanins) that protect and nourish the body

• Traditionally used to support heart health, lower blood pressure naturally, and promote cardiovascular wellness

• Refreshing and gently tart, hibiscus tea may aid digestion and help balance blood sugar levels

• Known for uplifting mood and energizing the spirit — making it a natural ally for emotional and physical renewal

🕯 Ritual Tip:

Brew hibiscus tea at sunrise or during a full moon ceremony. As the water turns a deep ruby red, envision yourself stepping into boldness, blooming brightly under the sky’s endless possibilities. Sip with gratitude for your own beauty and strength.

Scatter hibiscus petals around a candle during manifestation work to magnify your intentions. 

⚠️ Gentle Note:

Hibiscus may lower blood pressure; if you have hypotension or are on related medications, consult your healthcare provider before use.

6. Rose

Botanical Name: Rosa damascena (commonly used)
Origin: Middle East & Central Asia (notably Persia/Iran)
Faerie Good Tea: The Hibiscus Maiden, The Dance of Spring

🌿 Magical Properties:

• The ultimate flower of love, beauty, and sacred healing — revered across centuries for its connection to the heart, the divine feminine, and the spirit of compassion

• Used in spells for romance, emotional healing, self-worth, and the attraction of gentle, nourishing relationships

• Associated with Venusian magic: drawing sweetness, harmony, and inner radiance into one's life

• Said to open the heart to spiritual guidance, soothe grief, and elevate the soul toward joy and forgiveness

• Often woven into dream pillows, bath rituals, and offerings to goddesses and spirits of love

🍵 Wellness Benefits:

• Rose tea benefits include being rich in vitamin C and potent antioxidants, supporting radiant skin, strong immunity, and healthy aging

• Traditionally used to soothe digestion, particularly stress-related stomach discomforts

• Helps ease emotional tension, gently calming the nervous system and uplifting the spirit

• Aromatherapeutic properties make rose an ally for those seeking emotional balance, clarity, and heart-centered peace

🕯 Ritual Tip:

Steep rose petals in warm water with slow, loving intention. Hold the cup near your heart center. With each sip, speak a word of kindness or gratitude to yourself — letting the petals carry your words inward, weaving your spirit with softness and light. 

Scatter rose petals around your bed or altar during love-drawing rituals or to create a sanctuary of peace.

⚠️ Gentle Note:

Generally considered safe for most, but may interact with certain medications. Consult your herbalist or healthcare provider if pregnant or nursing.

7. Calendula

Botanical Name: Calendula officinalis
Origin: Mediterranean
Faerie Good Tea: The Dance of Spring

🌿 Magical Properties:

• A flower of radiant protection, solar abundance, and inner vitality — celebrated by herbalists and witches alike as a shield against negativity and sorrow

• Used in spells for prosperity, courage, happiness, and energetic cleansing

• Traditionally placed at thresholds — windows, doorways, gardens — to safeguard homes from harm and bless spaces with golden light

• Said to strengthen intuition and illuminate the path forward, especially during times of uncertainty

• Associated with solar rituals, truth-telling, dream clarification, and fortifying the spirit against emotional storms

🍵 Wellness Benefits:

• Calendula tea benefits include strong anti-inflammatory properties, aiding in both internal healing and external skin regeneration

• Supports digestion, easing minor stomach upsets and soothing the gut lining

• Traditionally used to ease menstrual discomfort and encourage gentle hormonal balance

• Rich in flavonoids and antioxidants, boosting immune function and offering natural antimicrobial support

🕯 Ritual Tip:

Brew calendula tea on a bright, sunny morning. Hold your cup toward the sunlight and set a clear, joyful intention — a wish for strength, clarity, or abundance. As you sip, imagine the golden warmth of the sun filling every cell of your body, renewing your spirit from within. 

Scatter dried calendula petals into baths, sachets, or offerings for solar deities and rituals of courage.

⚠️ Gentle Note:

Generally safe in small to moderate amounts. If allergic to plants in the daisy family (ragweed, marigold, daisy), consult a healthcare provider. Also consult if pregnant.

8. Dandelion

Botanical Name: Taraxacum officinale
Origin: Europe and Asia (now naturalized worldwide)
Faerie Good Tea: The Dance of Spring

🌿 Magical Properties:

• A symbol of wishes, resilience, and bold transformation — growing wherever it pleases, defying boundaries with quiet strength

• Used in manifestation magic, spirit communication, and ancestral remembrance

• Said to carry prayers and intentions to the spirit realm through its wind-blown seeds — a bridge between worlds

• Associated with personal growth, clarity, and releasing what no longer serves

• Offers grounding while encouraging upward expansion — a rare harmony of Earth-rootedness and skyward dreaming

🍵 Wellness Benefits:

• Dandelion tea benefits include supporting healthy liver function and natural detoxification

• Aids digestion, reduces bloating, and gently stimulates elimination

• Rich in antioxidants, vitamins A, C, and K, and minerals like potassium and magnesium

• May help balance blood sugar levels and support hormonal wellness, especially during seasonal transitions

🕯 Ritual Tip:

Brew dandelion tea during times of change or when preparing to let go. As you sip, whisper a wish or a truth into the steam — something to release, something to grow. Blow gently over your cup, sending your intention out on the wind like a dandelion seed. 

Place dried dandelion root on your altar to honor ancestors or to ask for clarity in uncertain times.

⚠️ Gentle Note:

Dandelion may act as a diuretic. Consult your practitioner if you have kidney concerns, are pregnant, or are taking medications for blood pressure or diabetes.

9. Lemongrass

Botanical Name: Cymbopogon citratus
Origin: Southeast Asia
Faerie Good Tea: The Hibiscus Maiden

🌿 Magical Properties:

• A purifier of spaces, bodies, and minds — clearing away energetic blockages

• Traditionally used in protection and uncrossing rituals, sweeping away negativity

• Associated with Mercury’s quicksilver mind: enhancing clarity, communication, and clear decision-making

• Said to sharpen intuition and open pathways for fresh opportunities to flow

🍵 Wellness Benefits:

• Lemongrass tea supports digestion, helping to ease bloating and discomfort

• Naturally rich in antioxidants and antimicrobial compounds — strengthens immune function

• Traditionally used to calm anxiety, reduce fevers, and gently detoxify the body

• May assist in menstrual relief and inflammation balancing

🕯 Ritual Tip:

Steep lemongrass during a cleaning day — physical or spiritual. As its bright, citrusy aroma fills the air, envision stagnant energy lifting and light pouring in. Sip slowly while setting a fresh intention for your path ahead. 

⚠️ Gentle Note:

Generally safe in moderate amounts. Consult your healthcare provider if pregnant, nursing, or using diuretics.

10. Orange Peel

Botanical Name: Citrus sinensis
Origin: China (later spread throughout the Mediterranean and beyond)
Faerie Good Tea: The Dance of Spring, The Hibiscus Maiden

🌿 Magical Properties:

• A radiant herb of joy, success, and vitality — used to lift spirits and brighten rituals

• Tied to solar magic: attracting warmth, creativity, good fortune, and light-hearted energy

• Traditionally used to banish sadness, encourage optimism, and draw abundance

• Said to infuse spells and brews with a golden, magnetic energy that opens hearts and minds to happiness

🍵 Wellness Benefits:

• Orange peel tea is rich in vitamin C and powerful flavonoids that support immune function and healthy skin

• Gently stimulates digestion, reducing bloating and aiding in gut balance

• Aromatic oils act as natural mood boosters, easing stress and promoting emotional balance

• Contains natural anti-inflammatory compounds that may support cardiovascular wellness and circulation

🕯 Ritual Tip:

Brew or simmer orange peel during sunrise hours to draw joy and success into your day. As the citrusy steam rises, speak aloud a small goal or dream you wish to grow, allowing the sunlight and sweet aroma to carry your words into the world. 

⚠️ Gentle Note:

Generally very safe, especially in dried form. May interact with certain medications if consumed in large amounts — consult your herbalist if unsure.

11. Ceylon Black Tea

Botanical Name: Camellia sinensis
Origin: Sri Lanka (formerly known as Ceylon)
Faerie Good Tea: In Twilight’s Dark
& Tale: The Legend of Alura & Ceylan 

🌿 Magical Properties:

• A brew of power, endurance, and focused action — traditionally used to energize spells for strength, protection, and breaking through barriers

• Connected to Mars’ fiery energy: igniting courage, motivation, and passionate intent

• Often used to banish lethargy and infuse rituals with vitality and determination

• Said to ground scattered thoughts and sharpen the will during times of challenge or change

🍵 Wellness Benefits:

• Ceylon black tea is naturally rich in flavonoids — plant compounds that support heart health, healthy circulation, and cellular protection

• Provides a moderate caffeine lift, offering sustained energy without the sharp spikes or crashes of stronger caffeinated drinks

• Contains tannins that promote digestive balance and may soothe minor gut discomfort

• Antioxidants in black tea may also help protect against oxidative stress and support overall immune resilience

🕯 Ritual Tip:

Before a demanding task, a creative endeavor, or an important decision, brew Ceylon black tea with focused intention. Stir the tea clockwise, visualizing a flame within your chest growing stronger and steadier. Sip slowly, letting each swallow anchor your resolve. 

⚠️ Gentle Note:

Contains caffeine. Best enjoyed earlier in the day if you are sensitive. May inhibit iron absorption if consumed in large quantities — consider drinking separately from iron-rich meals.

12. Green Tea (Sencha)

Botanical Name: Camellia sinensis
Origin: China, later perfected in Japan
Faerie Good Tea: The Green Leaf Thief
& Tale: The Tale of Teigen

🌿 Magical Properties:

• A leaf of clarity, wisdom, and renewal — used to sharpen intuition, refresh the spirit, and realign with nature’s rhythms

 • Aiding communication, focus, and adaptability

• Often brewed in rituals for purification, blessing new beginnings, and clearing mental fog

• Said to help elevate intentions, attract good fortune, and open pathways of understanding and insight

🍵 Wellness Benefits:

• Green tea is celebrated for its rich supply of antioxidants, particularly epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), a compound known to protect cells and support healthy aging

• Contains a natural balance of caffeine and L-theanine, offering calm, sustained energy without jitters

• Supports metabolism, brain function, and cardiovascular health

• Gently detoxifying — encourages gut health and natural elimination of toxins

🕯 Ritual Tip:

Brew green tea during a still, quiet morning or just before beginning a new project. As you sip, visualize a fresh breeze sweeping through your mind, clearing old doubts and illuminating new ideas. Ideal for rituals of focus, growth, or intention-setting.

⚠️ Gentle Note:

Contains caffeine; best enjoyed earlier in the day if sensitive. May inhibit iron absorption if consumed with iron-rich meals — consider drinking it at a separate time.

Return soon—this garden is still growing.

🌿

Brew slowly. Sip with wonder. May each cup be a blessing.

Blessed be the hands that gather, the hearts that brew, and the souls that sip.