====== Witch Hazel ======
---- dataentry herbs---- latin_names: Hamamelis virginiea folk_names: Snapping Hazelnut, Spotted Alder, Winterbloom gender_tags: Masculine planet_tags: Sun element_tags: Fire deity_tags: effect_tags: Protection, Chastity ----
===== Magical Uses ===== Witch hazel has long been used to fashion divining rods, hence the common name. The bark and twigs are also used to protect against evil influences. If carried, witch hazel helps to mend a broken heart and cool the passions.