Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs - Scott Cunningham 1985

Yucca
The Herbs

(Yucca spp. aloifolia, Y. brevifolia,

Y. glauca, Y. whipplei) Root: G

Gender: Masculine

Planet: Mars

Element: Fire

Powers: Transmutation, Protection, Purification

Magical Uses: A hoop or loop of twisted yucca fibers will transmutate a person into an animal if he or she jumps through it, according to American Indian magic. Another method instructs the magician to place a small wreath of yucca fibers on his or her head. This allows the person to assume any form desired.

A cross of yucca fibers twisted together and placed on the hearth protects the house from evil.