The activity of herbs attributed to Mercury is quite multifaceted and
diverse, mirroring the ways that the energies of Mercury tend to perform in
magick, but a common thread runs through them. Mercury is the connector, the
communicator and the messenger, representing the bright intelligence and the
free flow of nervous energy. Mercury governs both the nervous and
respiratory systems and is intrinsically involved in matters of conscious
perception. Like the Mars herbs, the action of stimulation is principal
amongst Mercurial herbs though they are of a somewhat gentler and more
precise nature than the Martian herb stimuli. Mercury energy is about
communication & comprehension - communication by electrical impulse in
the brain as well as the verbal and written word. Mercury energies are
those of the orator, writer, computer programmer and actor. The herbs
associated with this planet are often spices which act to excite the nervous
system and the brain through the sense of taste. Cinnamon, licorice and star
anise are noted examples of this function.
Gum Mastic exemplifies the interconnecting messenger function of Mercury.
Though it is a fixative and binder, it provides the medium in which a
multiplicity of elements may blend (communicate). Mercurial herbs seem as a
group to act to relieve respiratory difficulty, hoarseness and headache due
to stress. Mullein taken as a tea relieves respiratory conditions as well as
coughs, hoarseness and bronchitis, while inhalation of the steam serves to
break up congestion in the chest. Application of a mullein fomentation, on
the other hand, is said to relieve skin inflammation, itching and warts.
Licorice also relieves sore throat, hoarseness and bronchial conditions as
well as calming nervous ulcers.
Lavender is excellent for relief to the skin when applied directly as a
flower infusion or as an essential oil for insect bites and is an aid in
relieving headache when massaged into the temples. It is also a beneficial
herb to use in a sleep pillow to help focus and quiet the rambling thoughts
of the mind in preparation for rest. Drinking a tea of equal parts cinnamon
and lavender flowers is also very helpful before studying to help focus the
mind in order to retain the information.
Mercurial herbs facilitate clear thinking and conscious understanding. They
aid in business success and excite and vitalize the nervous receptors
throughout the body. They help to facilitate quick recovery from illness.
Mercurial herbs enable the conscious mind to communicate more easily with the
subconscious mind, thus aiding psychic work with the Tarot or any other
divination method which visually incorporates symbols and requires
memorization. Herbs traditionally associated with Mercury include Cinnamon,
Dill, Ephedra, Lavender, Licorice, Gum Mastic, Marjoram, Mouseear, Mullein,
Star Anise, Thyme and Woodruff.
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