Flowers ~ Birds ~ Trees - Meanings and Magical Associations by Astrological Signs

FLOWERS ~ BIRDS ~ TREES
Meanings and Magical Associations
by ASTROLOGICAL SIGNS

L E O

~ July 23 - August 22 ~

~ Special Note: Please do not cut a blooming tree for it angers the Faeries ~

Sun
Source of Light, Radiant Energy, Ancient symbol for God, Enlightenment, Spiritual Blessings poured on you

FLOWERS

Passion Flower
~ Religious Rite, Susceptibility, Passionate Love ~

Often used in stained glass windows, this flower is a Christian symbol. The Spanish believed it grew around the Cross, others saw in its form the wounds of Jesus, and some viewed its flowering as God calling for converts.

Morning Glory
~ Worth Sustained by Affection, Affection, Bonds ~

Amaryllis
~ Pride, A fiery show of pride illuminating splendid, but short-lived, Beauty, "You are beautiful, but timid", Haughtiness ~

Crown Imperial
~ Majesty, Powers ~

Peony
~ Shame, Bashfulness, Anger, A frown ~

In ancient times this flower was thought to have magical properties. The Greeks used it to keep evil spirits at bay. The Japanese linked it to masculinity, riches and good fortune, and adopted it as the Imperial flower. In China, it was related to marriage and fertility and much used as motif on temple walls.

Celandine
~ The joys to come will more than reward the unpleasantness that is here now ~

Marigold (Calendula) Orange
~ Cruelty, Grief, Despair, Pain, Joy, Sacred Affection, Remembrance, The Friendship Flower ~
Magical Association: Legal Matters, Protection, Garlands for Respect, Psychic Dreams

~ Other Meanings ~

French Marigold
~ Jealousy ~

African Marigold
~ They who are possessed of vulgar and insensitive minds ~

Prophetic Marigold
~ Prediction ~

Sunflower
~ False Riches ~

Dwarf Sunflower
~ I adore you ~

Tall Sunflower
~ Lofty and pure thoughts, blind infatuation ~

In Greek myth, Clytie is turned into this sunworshipping flower as a consequence of her blind love for the sun god, Apollo, hence the flower's association with blind association.

Poppy (Orange/Yellow)
~ Consolation of Sleep ~

~ Other Color Meanings ~

Red
~ Consolation, Pleasure ~

Scarlet
~ Fantastic Extravagance ~

White
~ Adrift in a peaceful sleep ~

Oriental
~ Silence ~

Used as a flower essence, Poppy makes you more perceptive to encounters with the various beings of the faerie realm and facilitates visions of the subtle energies of life.

BIRDS

Bird of Paradise
~ Distinction and Recognition ~

The feathers of this magnificent bird, found in New Guinea, are so beautiful that it was thought in Europe that the bird came from paradise. The bird achieved mythical status - people believed that it lived on dew drops and would moan in pain if captured. Its feathers were prized. Their common name is derived from 16th-century Spanish explorers, who believed them to be visitors from paradise.

Egret
~ Aggressive Self-determination and Self-reliance ~
Magical Association: The ability to watch patiently for results, Gaining dignity and self-confidence for facing personal problems, Dignity of movement, Methodical procedure in matters

Peacock
~ Resurrection and Wise Vision (Watchfulness), Pride ~

The Peacock's fan-shaped tail is a symbol of the sun. It's circular tail represents the vault of heaven and the "eyes" the stars. The Peacock figures in the Bible and in Greek and Roman myth, where it appears as the favorite bird of the goddess Hera, or Juno, and the bird was known to the pharaohs of Egypt and to 14th-century Europe, where it was roasted and served in its own plumage.

TREES

Citrus Trees
~ Symbol of the Heart ~

Walnut
~ Love, Fertility, Healing ~
Magical Association: Mental Faculties, Spell Breaker

Carry the nuts to enhance fertility, strengthen the heart, and protect against rheumatism. Wearing Walnut leaves as a crown or hat, can prevent headaches. If you receive a gift of Walnuts, your wishes will come true.

Olive
~ Immortality, Fruitfulness, Peace, Reconciliation, Spiritual Pursuits ~

An attribute of Athena and Apollo, the Olive is a symbol of immortality and fruitfulness. In the Bible, the dove returned to the ark bearing an Olive twig. This was a sign that the Flood sent by God was receding, and so the Olive represents peace and reconciliation.

Bay
~ Immortality, Victory, Honor and Longevity ~

Bay is burned to induce trances. An herb of the sun, it brings light and purification to the home when burned. Bay leaves are carried or placed around the home to ward off illness and hexes.

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