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| Celtic name: Fearn (pronounced: fair un) Common names: Alder, Gummy/Gluey (European), Rugose/wrinkly (Tag), Tree of the Fairies. Celtic Lunar Month Info 4th Moon of the Celtic Year Color: Crimson, Green-brown & Royal Purple Gemstone: Element: Fire Planet: Venus Bird: Raven, Crow & Gull The month of Alder is a good time to celebrate the connection and tie between all women, and the mother-daughter bond. Herbal uses, history & folklore below! |
| Month of Alder outside forces. Alder leaves or twigs can be carried in a pouch to act as a protection charm and as a powerful Alder is known as the “fairy’s tree” in Celtic lore, so is good for fairy magic. The faeries are said to like to dance under the trees when they are flowering. Carrying Alder twigs or flowers acts as a charm for communicating with the fey. Herbal usage Masculine. Parts Used: Branches, wood, bark, leaves. Alder is in the hazelnut family and was used by Native Americans as a medicinal plant. Tea can be made from bark and is useful in treating diarrhea, coughs, toothaches and the discomfort of childbirth. A potion made from the bark can also be used externally as an eye wash or for a wash for poison ivy, swellings and sprains. When harvesting bark or leaves from the Alder, remember to ask the tree if it will allow you to take the parts and be sure to leave the tree an offering of thanks when you are done. To prepare Alder wood for use, beat the bark away with a willow stick while projecting your wishes into it. History & Lore The Alder is sacred to Bran the Blessed and Cronos (Saturn). Alder is also sacred to Faery kings and elf kings – from the word Alder comes elder (not the tree) as in ‘elder’ kings. The Fey of the Alder have been described as water spirits or as “Dark Faeries”. They are very protective of the tree and when they leave their trees, this Faerie will take the form of a Raven. In tree Folk-lore, the Alder is known as the tree of fire – In the battle of the trees, the Alder fought in the very front line. It is described as the very “battle witch” of all woods, the tree that is hottest in the fight. Sources Robert Graves, The White Goddess 1948 dutchie.org |
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The Elder between all women, and the mother-daughter bond. Applies a magical finesse to spiritual decisions & daily duties. Prophecy, oracular strength, intelligence and mental prowess are strong. Protection from outside forces. |
