Plants In Myth And Magic

Man has always turned to plants for help, food, cloths, shelter and medicine.

Before there was science early man believed that plants were magical. Not having science there was no other way to explain the mysteries of the plant kingdom.

Early man would watch the plants die in the winter and be reborn in the spring

They watched so that they could learn. Back then you did not need a diploma to work with plants. You had to learn hands on.

Our ancestor had to learn for themselves if a plant was poisonous, or if it could heal you. I'm sure there were a lot of deaths. Today we have science and the plants are tested in labs.

I'm sure our ancestors found some plants that put them in aw. Like the sunflower that blossoms turn towards the sun, or how the evening primrose only bloom at night.

I can see why they felt that plants were magical and full of power.

Our ancestors used their imagination and believed in nymphs, and dryads, they also believed that the trees and the flowers were guardian spirits both benign and evil.

This is the way people felt 100s of years ago. Now a days they are finding out new things what plants can be used for. This is all because of science.

People every day are turning to herbs for their health. Hoping to find that wonder herb that cures all. The only thing people have to understand is what you can use herbs in, cooking .But if you are planning to use them as medicine you should always check with your doctor first. Not all herbs are good for everyone. Some people they work for, and some they don't.

They can even kill you if you do not know how to use them. Here are just a couple that you need to know how to use.

1 Garlic(it can make you sick if it is not stored right)

2 Sage ( it can become toxic if you eat to much)

If you decide to grow your own herbs always know what part you should use. Study up on the herbs of your choice before deciding to grow them. I know myself there are some herbs I refuse to grow because they can be dangerous, or I'm not sure how to use them.

By Juanita Fraser