Ginger Root (Zingiber officinale) - Ginger originates from Maritime Southeast Asia and is found within the same family as Turmeric, Cardamom, and Galangal, known as the Zingiberaceae. It is said that the word Ginger comes from the Sanskrit word “srngaveram”, interpreted as both words “horn” and “body” combined, referring to the shape of the Ginger Root. The first written record on Ginger was found within the Analects of Confucius and is said to be one of the oldest spices on record. It is said that Confucius would eat Ginger with every meal. Throughout the history of magic, Ginger has been eaten before a spell to bring new energy and potency to the practitioner. The Ginger conducts “heat” within the stomach and thus magnifies and strengthens the energy elicited. Ginger has the ability to bring “fiery” energy to most spells and is known for speeding up the process of manifestation. Ginger can also be placed within magical sachets or hung above doorways to ward off evil and malevolent spirits. Ginger is commonly considered an aphrodisiac and can be included within love spells. Also know for it’s wonderful healing attributes, Ginger has long been used for stomach complications and works to bolster the immune system while battling sickness. As you include this potent root within your workings, allow its significant energies to bring you strength and vitality. Gender association: Masculine. Planetary association: Mars. Elemental association: Fire. (Intended for ritual use only.)