Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs - Scott Cunningham 1985

Fleabane
The Herbs

(Inula dysenterica, Corydalis spp.) Corydalis spp. X

Gender: Feminine

Planet: Venus

Element: Water

Powers: Exorcism, Protection, Chastity

Magical Uses: Fleabane has been used since ancient times to exorcise evil spirits, and to protect against their entry to the home. To do this simply tie some fleabane, along with a few leaves of St. John’s Wort, wheat, and some capers, into a sachet and hang over the lintel of the door. Fleabane seed placed on the sheets causes chastity.