Plant Witchery: Discover the Sacred Language, Wisdom, and Magic of 200 Plants - Juliet Diaz 2020

Oregano Origanum vulgare
A Compendium of Plants

ESSENTIAL PROPERTIES

purification, protection, energy clearing

In Greek, oregano means “joy of the mountains.” In ancient Greece it was believed that if oregano grew on the grave of a deceased loved one, that person would be happy in the afterlife, and newly married couples wore wreaths of oregano to ensure marital bliss.

MEDICINAL PROPERTIES

Oregano can boost the immune system as she is a powerful antibiotic and antifungal. She calms an upset stomach and can help regulate the menstrual cycle. Rubbing oregano oil on your gums can relieve a toothache, and adding oregano to a massage oil can calm sore muscles.

MAGICAL PROPERTIES

Oregano is a strong herb as far as flavor goes, and has some pretty strong Magic, too. She is incredibly purifying and protecting—she clears negative energy, comforts during times of distress and grief, and protects you from black magic and hexes. She is the perfect defense against all things in the lower vibrations; she cuts them off entirely, allowing you the freedom to chase peace of mind and happiness.

PLANT WISDOM

Oregano speaks of the purity of the heart and soul. She preaches a kind of “kill them with kindness” wisdom, raising your energy until you are vibrating with light. Work with her if you want a deeper experience with your spiritual practice—whether it’s meditation, yoga, or anything that elevates the spirit, ask oregano to join you. Dreaming of oregano in food symbolizes an awakening of the spirit, but if you dream of her in her live plant form that may indicate a need to free your spirit.