Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs - Scott Cunningham 1985

Carnation
The Herbs

(Dianthus carophyllus) Sk Dg

Folk Names: Gillies, Gilliflower, Jove’s Flower, Nelka, Scaffold Flower, Sops-In-Wine

Gender: Masculine

Planet: Sun

Element: Fire

Deity: Jupiter

Powers: Protection, Strength, Healing

Magical Uses: Worn during Elizabethan times to prevent coming to an untimely death on the scaffold, carnations can be used in all-purpose protective spells.

Carnations are placed in convalescent rooms to give the healing patient strength and energy, and are also used in healing spells. Place fresh carnations (red are best) on the altar during healing rituals and add the dried blossoms to sachets and incenses for the same purpose.