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

African Violet Saintpaulia ionantha
A Compendium of Plants

ESSENTIAL PROPERTIES

self-love, protection

African violets, also called Saintpaulias, are native to Tanzania and adjacent southeastern Kenya on the African continent. Their vibrant beautiful blooms instantly bring color and life into any space, but it should be noted that keeping them thriving in your home takes extra care and attention.

MEDICINAL PROPERTIES

African violet flowers and leaves can be eaten, and they have a ton of vitamins, particularly vitamins A and C. Her leaves may be made into a poultice for bruises and wound-healing, and you can also add her to a cough syrup.

MAGICAL PROPERTIES

African violets are the divas of the plant kingdom. They are all about being your best self. Work with African violet if you want to take yourself to the next level both physically and spiritually, for she teaches us that we are constantly reinventing ourselves, and that we should not be afraid to shed the things that no longer serve us—for by releasing them, we are allowing new growth and new abundance into our lives.

PLANT WISDOM

African violet knows how important self-love is, and she wants us to indulge ourselves. She reminds us to see the beauty in all things, and to enjoy every minute of our lives. She believes you deserve to treat yourself, and you should believe it, too. One form of self-care is setting boundaries—African violet wants you to live your best life, and to do that you have to make sure you are careful to keep toxic people or situations out of your life. Her message to you is, “You are sacred, and honoring yourself is the ultimate act of love.” Invite her into your dreams to help you see your life clearly—she will show you the aspects of your life that need your attention.