Yarrow
Intention: Set boundaries, find courage and receive insight
Planet: Venus (traditionally) Element: Water
Associations
Courage, boundaries, protection, and divination. Dried yarrow stalks are the traditional tools for consulting the I Ching.
Common uses
- A pinch in a protection sachet or over a threshold
- Carried to keep composure in confrontations
- Dried stalks used for I Ching readings
Caution
Yarrow can cause skin reactions in some people and should not be used during pregnancy.
Traditional associations only, not medical advice. Check for allergies and pregnancy safety before handling, burning or ingesting any herb, and only ingest herbs you know to be food-safe.