Blessed Thistle

Botanical Name
Cnicus benedictus, syn .Centaurea benedicta
 
Usual Origin(s)
Hungary
 
Description
Also known as Holy Thistle, sometimes called Cursed Thistle.  A component in Bitters formulas; not considered edible due to bitterness of leaves.
 
Folk Names
Benedict's-thistle, Our Lady's thistle, bitter thistle, spotted thistle, cursed thistle, blessed cardus, spotted cardus.
 
Gender
Masculine
 
Planet
Mars
 
Element
Fire
 
Deity
Pan
 
Powers
Blessings, Consecration/Bless, Healing, Hex Breaking, Prosperity, Protection, Purification, Stimulation
 
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