Ancient Asprin & Wood Knocking Origins - Willow

We’re back! And this week we dig into a plant that’s heavy on the witchy folklore- Willow! We’ll be covering everything from the perfect way to express your post-breakup angst (not bangs) to how an ancient goddess tricked a man into swallowing stones instead of his son… it’s a bit of a wild ride, but one I am sure you’ll enjoy!

Sources:

• https://mulberryhouseschool.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Ancient-Greek-Clothing-Fact-Sheet-final.pdf

• https://treesforlife.org.uk/into-the-forest/trees-plants-animals/trees/willow/willow-mythology-and-folklore/

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Willow

• http://hearthmoonblog.com/hecate-and-the-waterway/

• https://mythopedia.com/topics/hecate

• https://ireland-calling.com/celtic-mythology-willow-tree/

• https://www.gardenguides.com/128457-myth-weeping-willow.html

• https://celticmythology.com/willow-trees-in-celtic-mythology-and-what-they-represent/

• Friso, G. (2023, June). Plants to Reduce Inflammation: Willow Tree. CALS152. Cornell University 

• https://www.betterplaceforests.com/blog/our-forests/willow-tree-symbolism-and-significance/

• https://www.icysedgwick.com/willow-folklore/

• https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21226125/

• https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/bjh.14520

  
  

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  *Disclaimer- This content is for entertainment purposes only. I am just a lady who likes plants, which in no way qualifies me to give you advice on well...anything, really. As always, please consult with your medical care team before making any changes to your diet or medications. *