Trees of Healing

Sacred trees with healing powers are found in almost every culture and age. They are seen as a gift from the Earth Goddess and a source of her continuing healing of those who come to the tree.

​Apple:  (Pyrus malus)
Brings fertility in every way, self-love and gradual restores health and optimism.
It relieves nausea, toothache, fluid retention and digestive disorders
 
Birch: (Betula pendula alba )
Brings new beginnings; protects mothers and their young; it reduces problems with fluid retention, high cholesterol levels, eczema and skin allergies
 
Elder: (Sambucus Canadensis or Nigra)
The fairy tree that makes anything seem possible; used as an antiseptic, also for respiratory and viral complaints, asthma, fevers
 
Fig : (Ficus carica)
Brings fertility and the blossoming of creativity; heals the skin, especially rashes and spots, improves circulation, sore throats and bronchial disorders
 
Laurel/Bay: (Laurus nobilis, also Pimenta racemosa)
Protective against illness and malice; restores trust after infidelity. Reduces stress and anxiety, improves hair condition and cellulite
 
Oak: (Quercus Alba)
Drives away fear and impotence physical and emotional; eases blood problems, kidney stones, internal and external bleeding, improves circulation
 
Walnut: (Juglans regia), also Butternut (Juglans cinerea)
Brings fertility and abundance; relieves skin problems, fluid retention, colds and flu, headaches, hair loss and painful menstruation
 
White Willow: (Salix alba)
Brings protection and harmony with the cycle of the seasons and the moon; reduces pain and inflammation, rheumatism and rheumatoid arthritis, fevers and headaches
 

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