Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs - Scott Cunningham 1985
Groundsel
The Herbs
(Senecio vulgaris, S. spp.) X
Folk Names: Groundeswelge (Anglo-Saxon, “Ground-Swallower”), Ground Glutton, Grundy Swallow, Sention, Simson
Gender: Feminine
Planet: Venus
Element: Water
Powers: Health, Healing
Magical Uses: Groundsel is carried as an amulet against toothache, as well as to stop the pain if it starts. It is also carried to keep the teeth in good health generally.