Description
This is the leaf of the Castor Oil plant. The leaves are large, star-shaped (palmate), and very distinctive with pointed lobes.
Medicinal Uses:
Highly valued for its anti-inflammatory properties. The leaves are traditionally warmed and applied topically to soothe joint pain and swelling. They are also used in herbal baths to help reduce fevers.
Spiritual Significance:
Used for purification and protection. It is believed to have the power to “drive away” negative spirits or heavy energy from a person’s environment.
