Rosemary Leaf (Rosmarinus officinalis)

Rosmarinus officinalis

Unit size: 1 ounce

Origin: Spain

Form: Whole leaf + some pieces

Other names: Polar Plant, Compass-weed, Compass Plant

Esoteric Uses: Remembrance, Love, Fidelity, Oaths, Clarity, Purification, Home, Friendship, Happiness, Youth<

Esoteric Associations: Mercury (in its nature), Sun (in its use)

Incense Aroma: A burst of lemon, and then a long roll of light invigorating subtle-pine. It leaves a lingering aroma in the room like a pleasant sage.

The Ancients held that Rosemary strengthened memory, and because of this it was used in love charms so that a lover would not forget their beloved while away. It was entwined in wreaths for weddings symbolizing love and fidelity. It has also been used at funerals, holidays, and all times of remembering loved-ones and family.

It was often substituted for more expensive ingredients in incense. Rosemary is a classical example of a plant of one realm (Mercury - memory) being used upon another (Sun - fidelity, oaths).

This is herb grade Rosemary.