Whole Star Anise Illicium Verum 0.5 oz Ritual Spiritual Ceremony Travel Size Jar

Description

Ritual Element Jar
Includes 1 jar of Whole Star Anise 0.5 oz (13g)
Scientific Classification:
Illicium Verum
Folklore:
It is said that the scent of anise stirs up lust. Folklore suggests carring anise seeds in a sachet to ward off the evil eye. Anise has often been used for divination.
Cultures worldwide have been known to u
se anise as an offering, it is meant to entice spirits that will aid in magical operations.
It is also commonly used as a sacrifice for the Greek god Apollo, an Olympian deity in classical Greek Mythology - affectively linking the spice to ancinet times. Most likely due to this association Anise is considered masculine.
It was general wisdom for many years that star anise warded off evil, and good luck would fall upon you if you found the spice with more than eight pods.
Anise is associated with the element of air and the planets Mercury and Jupiter.
It is said that hanging an anise seed head from your bedpost will restore lost youth.
A
nise has been used in dream pillows - as they believed it to keep away nightmares and ensure a good night’s sleep. Anise is often used in a potpourri believing it will protect a room from evil spirits and intentions. Often used in various religions, it is a coommon ingredient in holy waters for blessings and exorcisms.
Magical Correspondences - Psychic Awareness, Good Luck, Protection, Calm, Divination
Medical Benefits:
Star anise contains thymol, terpineol and anethole, which aid in treating many ailments.
In traditional Chinese and folk medicine, star anise is steeped in water to make a tea.The tea is used to treat respiratory infections, alleviate cramps, nausea, constipation and other digestive issues.
It can also aid in the
treatment of cough and flu.
Star anise is rich in antioxidants and vitamins A and C, which help fight free radicals that are responsible for early ageing and diabetes.
Origin and History:
Star anise is native to southern China and Vietnam. However it has been imported and cultivated around the world. This unque spice is grown on an everygreen tree that can reach up to 45 feet tall.
Anise is one of the oldest known plants that were grown for both culinary and medicinal uses.
It was important in the 2nd century B.C. Egypt where it was grown for food, medicine and as an ingredient in liquor. Anise was one of the ingredients in mustaceus, a special cake made with digestive herbs that was served as a finishing dish for feasts. This may be the origin of the modern-day wedding cake.
In 1305, King Edward I declared anise a taxable drug and the revenue earned through its import helped repair damages to the London Bridge.
How to Use:
Star anise makes a great addition to sweet dishes and desserts, such as baked fruit, pies, quick bread and muffins.
It is often added whole to soups, stews and braising broths, to which it adds a sweet-peppery flavor. Star anise can be used whole or ground. When whole, it usually is added to liquids destined for a slow simmer or braise. It is removed and discarded from the dish before serving.
You can use star anise as a tea, or even added to your normal brew. It's as easy as steeping a piece in some hot water.
It can also be
added to a ritual bath or burned while meditating.
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