====== Parsley ======
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latin_names: Petroselinum crispum, Petroselinum sativum
folk_names: Devil's Oatmeal, Percely, Persil, Petersilie, Petroselinum, Rock Parsley
gender_tags: Masculine
planet_tags: Mercury
element_tags: Air
deity_tags: 
effect_tags: Lust, Protection, Purification
part_tags: fresh herb
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===== Magical Uses =====

When eaten, parsley provokes lust and promotes fertility, but if you are in love don't cut parsley--you'll cut your love as well.

Though the plant has associations with death and is often regarded as evil, the Romans tucked a sprig of parsley into their togas every morning for protection. It is also placed on plates of food to guard it from contamination.

Parsley is also used in purification baths, and those to stop all misfortune. A wreath of parsley worn on the head prevents (or delays) inebriation.

===== Aromatherapy =====

Those who are familiar with this herb only in its dried form may be surprised by the aroma of the fresh plant. Among the unique qualities of this culinary herb is its ability to overcome strong scents such as garlic. Rubbing your hands with fresh parsley after handling garlic cloves will cleanse them of the smell.

Sniff fresh, bruised parsley with visualization to protect your home and yourself. Place bunches of the fresh leaves (available in markets everywhere) in glasses of water to spread its protective energies.
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