Create a potion to attract love into your life
Need a little love in your corner? From rose and lemon balm to lavender and bay leaves, plenty of plants and herbs can be used to welcome a little love in your life, whether it’s romantic or self-love. We’ll walk you through a comprehensive list of the best plants and herbs to use for your love spells and potions, along with a few simple types of love magic that you can try at home.
Things You Should Know
- Rose, lavender, and lemon balm are great for spellwork revolving around romantic love.
- Rosemary and basil are connected with loyalty and devotion in a relationship.
- Herbs like mint, rosemary, and cinnamon are associated with self-love.
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Herbs & Plants to Attract Love
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Rose Since the early days of Greek and Roman mythology, people have associated roses with Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love. In one famous myth, Aphrodite pricks herself on a rose while rushing to save her lover Adonis (thus creating the red flower we all know and love). [1] X Research source While this myth doesn’t have the happiest ending, the rose has become a pervasive and uplifting symbol of romantic love over time.
- Great for: Romantic love, self-love
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Lavender Sure, lavender is excellent for relaxation and sleep—but did you know it’s also associated with love? People have allegedly used the sweet-smelling herb to attract suitors, or have combined lavender with rosemary to protect their sexual purity. No matter how you spin it, this multi-purpose herb is a great plant to have on hand for any kind of love magic.
- Great for: Romantic love, purity, protection in a relationship, self-love
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Lemon balm As the legend goes, going about your day while carrying this herb can help summon romantic love into your life. Apparently, it’s also possible to create a love potion by steeping lemon balm in wine for a few hours. Straining out the herb provides you with an elixir that you can drink with your friends who are looking for love.
- Great for: Romantic love
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Cinnamon While not specifically associated with love, cinnamon is a great herb to use in a variety of spells (including those related to love). Generally speaking, magic revolves around intent—cinnamon is great for boosting this intent. [2] X Research source This may help make your love magic more effective.
- Great for: Strengthening love magic, self-love
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Basil Basil is commonly associated with loyalty and fidelity, and can be used in a variety of different love magic. Some practitioners, for instance, leave a bowl of fresh basil lying around to help maintain loving vibes around their homes. [3] X Research source
- Great for: Fidelity
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Rosemary Although rosemary is most well-known for representing traits like remembrance and commitment, it’s also a powerful symbol of loyal, long-lasting love. A common herb to be found in wedding and bridal arrangements, it’s no wonder that this simple, aromatic herb has such powerful connotations for love and romance.
- Great for: Devoted, long-lasting love; self-love
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Ginger Ginger can help with more than an upset stomach—according to some magic practitioners, it can help bring a touch of passion and romance to your relationship. With this in mind, ginger-related magic can be especially useful before a first date or another type of romantic venture. [4] X Research source
- Great for: Passion
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Mint This herb isn’t just a delicious tea ingredient—apparently, it’s also great for inspiring sensual, and lustful feelings. As an added bonus, mint can also serve as a protective herb when you’re traveling from place to place (like on a honeymoon or other romantic trip).
- Great for: Passionate love, self-love
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Meadowsweet From a magical perspective, meadowsweet is all about breaking down walls, encouraging the soul to be more open and welcoming, and promoting happiness. It’s no wonder that this herb is so commonly associated with love potions and magic! [5] X Research source
- Great for: Happiness in love
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Hawthorn Historically, hawthorn is associated with both purity and fertility—strange, right? Still, this herb could be helpful to have on hand if you have your heart set on a pure, devoted relationship that could eventually lead to something more.
- Great for: Purity, fertility
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Bay leaves Well-established as a motif of victory and success in Greek mythology, bay leaves also offer a protective element—especially when it comes to love. According to magic practitioners, bay leaves can be an effective way to clear away negativity, refresh your mind, and boost your confidence . [6] X Research source
- Great for: Protection and clarity in love
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Patchouli Known for its earthy scent, patchouli offers plenty of helpful traits when it comes to love potions and spells. It’s associated with fertility as well as lust, and it can be a great ingredient for boosting attraction, sensuality, and love in a person’s life.
- Great for: Inspiring attraction, and lust
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Clove Looking to increase your connection with that special someone? Clove might be able to help. As you perform your next love spell or another magical ritual, incorporate clove to help bring love into your life and/or strengthen your bond with your love interest or partner. [8] X Research source
- Great for: Attracting and strengthening love
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References
- ↑ https://www.theoi.com/Olympios/AphroditeTreasures.html
- ↑ https://www.enchantedaromatics.com/magical-properties-of-cinnamon/
- ↑ https://thegreenmanpsychics.com/basil-and-love-by-tracey-brown2012/
- ↑ https://www.enchantedaromatics.com/magical-properties-of-ginger/
- ↑ http://www.eldrumherbs.co.uk/content/content_files/profiles_meadowsweet_filipendula-ulmaria.php
- ↑ https://mamaannelovespells.com/5-love-spells-with-bay-leaves/
- ↑ https://magickalspot.com/nutmeg-magical-properties/
- ↑ https://magickalspot.com/clove-magical-properties/
- ↑ https://www.sacbee.com/health-wellness/article266807521.html
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