Magickal Properties of Chile Peppers for Herbalism & Witchcraft

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Lore & History of Chile Peppers

Chile Peppers are a member of the nightshade family and embody the very essence of their lineage. Renowned for their role in folk magick and herbalism, these peppers stand out for their unique properties.

Cultivators include Jalapeno, Serrano, Poblano, Anaheim, and more. It is also the main ingredient in paprika, red pepper, and cayenne.

With their fiery and assertive nature, Chile Peppers have a rich history of being utilized for various weaponized and protective benefits. One such example is the Chili Grenade, a historical weapon in folk magick that vividly illustrates the power and potency of these peppers. 

In occult applications, chili peppers' fiery and assertive nature has been harnessed for specific purposes. They have been used in exorcisms to ward off evil spirits, in binding rituals to restrict harmful energies, and in curses to inflict pain. Their use is particularly effective when the intention is to irritate or cause discomfort.

In various cultural beliefs, it was held that those who regularly consumed raw Chile Peppers were shielded from poison. In Southeast Asia, for instance, rubbing raw peppers into wounds was believed to expel demons responsible for illness.

In Aztec and Mayan societies, chili peppers are used to gain favor with the gods.

In folk magick, hanging chile peppers around the house wards against the evil eye and harmful spirits.

Burning Chile Peppers was believed to fumigate the household from spirits and vermin.

They are an ingredient in well-known curses (often known as maleficia or maleficio), causing one to experience mental disorders or even die.

Additionally, chili peppers are associated with passion, vitality, and transformation themes, making them potent ingredients in love spells and rituals to invigorate one's life force.

In Western herbalism, topical chile peppers such as cayenne have been shown to reduce pain and discomfort, including that caused by inflammation, such as arthritis, back pain, or post-surgery.

Magickal Attributes of Chile Peppers

Chile Peppers carry masculine energy and are related to Mars and Fire elements. They are often associated with Tlaloc, Shango, Mars, Ares

Its occult attributes include Cleansing,  Creativity, Energy, Exorcism,  Healing, Heating, Hex-Removal, 

Irritation, Love, Pain, Passion, Protection, Strength, Willpower, Vitality

Magickal Uses of Chile Peppers

• Hang strings of dried chili peppers to create a protective barrier against negative energy and unwelcome spirits. 

• Serve a dish made with peppers to increase passion in your relationship.

• Add in a potpourri blend to promote cleanse & energize the home.

• Use peppers in a herbal salve or fire cider to promote healing

• Create a spice blend of chili powder with cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg for a fiery love potion,

• Create a blessing oil with chile peppers to power your spell tools.

• Sprinkle chile peppe.rs under an enemy's doorstep to curse them with hot foot

•  Add to Avocado Toast to promote creativity.

Medicinal Actions of Chile Peppers

Analgesic, Antiseptic, Appetite Stimulant, Circulatory Stimulant, Counterirritant, Diaphoretic, Digestive, Diuretic, Rubefacient

Energies: Dispersive/Warming

*Safety: Caution should be taken when inhaling, especially in those with asthma or respiratory illnesses. It should not be applied to eyes or wounds, and it can cause issues with sensitive skin. Use caution with digestive disorders such as ulcers or IBS.

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