Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs - Scott Cunningham 1985

Elecampane
The Herbs

(Inula helenium) P N D+

Folk Names: Alantwurzel (German), Alycompaine, Aunee (French), Elf Dock, Elfwort, Horseheal, Nurse Heal, Scabwort, Velvet Dock, Wild Sunflower

Gender: Masculine

Planet: Mercury

Element: Air

Powers: Love, Protection, Psychic Powers

Magical Uses: Worn, elecampane attracts love. Sew up some of the leaves or flowers in pink cloth, or make a sachet. It is also carried for protection, and the herb smouldered on charcoal aids in sharpening psychic powers, particularly when scrying.