Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs - Scott Cunningham 1985

Yerba Mate
The Herbs

(Ilex paraguariensis) Lt D+

Folk Names: Mate, Paraguay Tea, Yerba

Gender: Masculine

Powers: Fidelity, Love, Lust

Magical Uses: Wear to attract the opposite sex. The infusion is a fine “lust” potion and if drunk with a loved one will ensure that you stay together. To break off the relationship spill some onto the ground.