Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs - Scott Cunningham 1985

Rattlesnake Root
The Herbs

(Polygala senega) Root: P Ga Gu

Folk Names: Seneca Snakeroot, Mountain Flax, Seneca Snakeroot, Seneka

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Magical Uses: An infusion of rattlesnake root added to the bath and used in the rinse water for clothing offers protection from others trying to harm you. The root was carried by some American Indians to guard against rattlesnake bites, and the infusion is rubbed onto the hands or feet to lead the anointer to money.