Buckthorn

Common name: Buckthorn

Botanical name: Rhamnus frangula

Grade: Food/Tea grade and Irradiation free! (Irradiation is a treatment process where radiation is used).

Packaging: 100% PCR plastic zip-lock bag (Find out more about our packaging)

Cultivation: Certified Organic

Origin: Poland

Size: 10 grams

I like to think Buckthorn as a genie disguised as a tree! Buckthorn is a helpful herb for someone wanting to make a wish (or few!). This idea goes back to the time when Buckthorn was one of the herbs associated with the little people. When fairies or elves were summoned by the person with a pure heart and spirit so they could be granted a wish.

It is said to get their attention an incense of Buckthorn, Elfwort and Wormwood was to be burned during a “between” time. If the person was pure in spirit the little people would appear and grant a wish. Being associated with the Fay, being able to summon them, it isn’t surprising that when used in a different way Buckthorn can repel their enchantment.