Cowslip - The Herbs

Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs - Scott Cunningham 1985

Cowslip
The Herbs



(Primula veris) G

Folk Names: Arthritica, Artetyke, Buckles, Cuy, Drelip, Fairy Cup, Frauenschlussel (German), Herb Peter, Key Flower, Key of Heaven, Lady’s Key, Lippe, Our Lady’s Keys, Paigle, Paralysio, Password, Peggle, Plumrocks

Gender: Feminine

Planet: Venus

Element: Water

Deity: Freya

Powers: Healing, Youth, Treasure-Finding

Magical Uses: A bit of cowslip placed beneath the front porch will discourage visitors, if you don’t wish to have company.

Cowslip, when carried or worn, will preserve youth, or restore it when lost. The odor of cowslip is healing, and a bunch of the flowers held in the hand will help you find hidden treasure.