Planetary Correspondences of Herbs
# Planets and Their Herbs
Each planet governs specific herbs. Using an herb on its corresponding day amplifies its effect.
## Sun ☉ — Sunday
**Theme**: Vitality, success, awareness, healing
**Herbs**: St. John's Wort, Rosemary, Angelica, Cedar, Bay Laurel, Benzoin, Copal
**Magical Color**: Gold, Yellow
## Moon ☽ — Monday
**Theme**: Intuition, dreams, the feminine, emotions
**Herbs**: Jasmine, Mugwort, Chamomile, Sandalwood, Eucalyptus, Lemon Balm
**Magical Color**: White, Silver
## Mars ♂ — Tuesday
**Theme**: Courage, protection, strength, sexuality
**Herbs**: Basil, Nettle, Ginger, Dragon's Blood, Pepper, Garlic
**Magical Color**: Red
## Mercury ☿ — Wednesday
**Theme**: Communication, intellect, commerce, travel
**Herbs**: Lavender, Mint, Lemongrass, Fennel, Anise
**Magical Color**: Yellow, Multicolor
## Jupiter ♃ — Thursday
**Theme**: Expansion, luck, wisdom, prosperity
**Herbs**: Sage, Tulsi, Clove, Meadowsweet, Borage
**Magical Color**: Blue, Purple
## Venus ♀ — Friday
**Theme**: Love, beauty, pleasure, harmony
**Herbs**: Rose, Passionflower, Hibiscus, Wisteria, Damiana, Raspberry Leaf
**Magical Color**: Green, Pink
## Saturn ♄ — Saturday
**Theme**: Protection, boundaries, karma, discipline
**Herbs**: Comfrey, Patchouli, Solomon's Seal, Rue, Hemp
**Magical Color**: Black, Brown
## Practical Application
For a maximum love ritual:
- Choose a **Friday** (Venus's day)
- Use **Venus herbs** (rose, jasmine)
- Light a **green or pink** candle
- Carry or burn **rose quartz**
Layering these correspondences multiplies the power of the ritual.

The Guide's Counsel
"Remember that knowledge is only the first step. Practice reveals the truth."