====== Vanilla ======
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latin_names: Vanilla aromatica, V. planifolia, V. tahitensis
folk_names: Banilje, Tlilxochitl
gender_tags: Feminine
planet_tags: Venus
element_tags: Water
deity_tags: 
effect_tags: Love, Lust, Mental Powers, Sex, Physical Energy, Magical Energy
part_tags: dried fruit
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===== Magical Uses =====

Vanilla, a type of fermented orchid, is used in love sachets; the scent and taste are considered to be lust-inducing. A vanilla bean placed in a bowl of sugar will infuse it with loving vibrations; the sugar can then be used to sweeten love infusions.

A vanilla bean, carried, will restore lost energy and improve the mind.

===== Aromatherapy =====

==== Lore ====

The vanilla “bean” is the product of a native Mexican orchid. A goddess of the vanilla plant was once worshipped there. In American folk magic, women place a few drops of vanilla tincture behind their ears to attract men.

==== Magical Uses ====

The flavor and scent is familiar due to its use in everything from natural cream sodas to cakes and ice cream. Vanilla extract, so available on grocery store shelves, shouldn’t be used for magical aromatherapy. Buy a whole vanilla “bean” for a few dollars (or the absolute, if you can find it and are willing to pay the price).

The warm aroma of vanilla produces sexual arousal when sniffed with proper visualization. More broadly, it can be inhaled to manifest a loving sexual relationship. The sensual fragrance appeals equally to both men and women.

The fragrance of vanilla revitalizes the body, producing bioelectrical energy which can be channeled into physical exertion or magical rituals. Sniff prior to making the extra effort.
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