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Orris root powder is derived from the Iris. The species of Iris are I. Germanica, I. pallida and I. Florentina, well-known and very beautiful ornamental plants. They have a stout rhizome, swordlike leaves, and large, scented flowers in early summer that range in colour from pale blue to white.
The planting of the Orris root in Tuscany - locally known as 'giaggiolo' - is a matter of great importance. When the Iris begins to grow, the ground is carefully and systematically weeded, this being chiefly done by women, who traverse the rows of the plants barefoot, hoeing up the weeds; whole families of peasants work together at this, and in the subsequent collection, trimming and drying of the roots.
The Orris plant takes two or even three years to arrive at maturity, only a somewhat sparse growth being attained during the second year: the flowers are very fine, but the roots are as yet immature. In the third year of its growth, the plant attains almost the height of a man. The full beauty of the flowers lasts during May and June, in July they fade and wither and the glory of the plantation is over.
Orris Root in Wicca
The orris root has long been used to find and hold love. The whole orris root is carried or the powder is added to sachets, sprinkled on sheets, clothing and the body as well as around the house. It is sometimes known as as "Love Drawing Powder".
Other uses for Orris Root Powder include: Divination; Protection; Psychic Awareness.
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