|
Post by Nox on Jun 21, 2016 19:22:08 GMT
PACIFIC RED CEDARThuja PlicataPlanet: Sun Element: Earth and Fire Astrological sign: Leo Deities: -- Mundane uses
• Used for timber, shingles, and siding • Mature trees produce Thujaplicin, which is a natural fungicide • Burns fairly slow • Easy to carve and work with Magical uses
• Cleansing negative energies • Associated with power, prosperity, growth, and longevity • Often used in the creation of sacred spaces • Attracts love and money Additional notes/warnings
• Relatively lightweight when compared to other woods • They're native to the West coast of North America, but have been introduced to Europe, Australia, and even Hawaii • Often also called western redcedar, giant/western arborvitae, giant cedar, or shinglewood • With older trees, the lower sections of the trunk are often rotten out or hollow • When cut it has a really nice straight grain, soft wood, few knots • Very aromatic, especially when wet. Sources
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thuja_plicata vayas-witchcraft-and-spiritual.tumblr.com/post/122498149640/cedar www.wiccanaltar.com/Cedar-Wood-Magic-Properties.html
|
|