Herbal Smoking Blends for Spirit Work

1/14/2022

I’ve never been one to drink or smoke weed. However, I have been smoking herbs for years. While herbs can produce a hallucinogenic or sedative effect, they are not as strong as other drugs. That makes them ideal for a lot of people who don’t want to feel high but want some assistance in magic.

Herbal smoking blends can aid magic in many different ways. They can enhance psychic vision, induce trance states, promote sleep, and relax the body. Herbs are also cheaper and more accessible than other smoking ingredients.

In this post, I’ll talk about some magical smoking herbs and how you can use them for spirit work. I will not mention weed, tobacco, or other drugs because I don’t have experience with them. I’ll dive into correspondences first; then, I’ll discuss blends and uses for anyone who wants to try herbal smoking.

Chamomile: Chamomile frequently appears in tea recipes to improve sleep and dream work. In smoking blend, it also enhances prophetic dreams and divination. Smoke it to induce vision and bring about clarity during times of spiritual confusion.

Many like chamomile in smoking blends because it is gentle and has a nice flavor. The ancient Egyptians associated it with the Sun God Ra, but others associate it with the Moon for its dream enhancement.

Coltsfoot: Coltsfoot is a common base for herbal blends because of its neutral flavor and relaxation effect. In magic, people burn it to induce visions. This not only helps divination, but also wealth and business spells where you can use some prophecy.

Coltsfoot is also a love charm and works in Venus magic.

Damiana: Although damiana is a well-known aphrodisiac in its native country of Mexico, it also aids spirit work. When burned, damiana sharpens one’s psychic vision. Any kind of spirit work that includes visions–such as psychic dreams, scrying, and astral travel–can benefit from damiana. So can any magic associated with Venus.

Damiana works as a base for smoking blends. It is also a mild hallucinogen. However, hallucinations tend to occur around 200 mg, so you’d have to smoke A LOT for these health consequences.

CAUTIONS: Can affect blood sugar levels.

Lavender: Lavender is a well-known magic ingredient that promotes sleep, calm, and love. In smoking blends, it relaxes the body. Since lavender is associated with the element of air, its smoke can also help people see ghosts and other spirits.

Lavender is also used in glamors. Smoking it can make you appear more attractive and help you feel joyous. Many love adding lavender to smoking blends simply for its smell and flavor. It is governed by Mercury and assists with purification and protection rituals.

Lemongrass: You might have heard that lemongrass tea can progress psychic powers; smoking it can do the same. Since this plant is ruled by Mercury, it improves psychic skills from divination to glamors.

Lemongrass has a slight lemon smell that makes it relaxing, and it can even help people sleep. I often include this herb in blends for flavor.

Marigold: Marigold, also called calendula, was well-known in ancient rituals. It appears in Dia de Los Muertos, on the altars of Hindu deities, and in Aztec and Mayan ceremonies. In smoking, it has a sweet citrusy flavor that relaxes the body.

In magic, it promotes spirit sight and visions. It is known to produce clearer and less frightening visions. Smoke it prior to trance work and scrying. Like rosemary, marigold is a fire herb associated with the Sun.

Mugwort: Mugwort has many uses for a spirit worker; magicians drink it as a tea before divination and wash divination tools with it. When smoked, mugwort can aid psychic workings, induce lucid dreaming, and help hedgecrossing. As a hallucinogen, it has a long history in spirit work and is associated with the Moon.

Mugwort can give you the “burning” feel in your throat. To prevent this, dampen it a bit before smoking.

CAUTIONS: Can cause nausea and is toxic in excessive doses. Do not use if you are allergic to daisies.

Mullein: Mullein is a mild sedative that many people smoke to relax their lungs. Magic-wise,its smoke is said to summon the dead; the Romans used them to make torches during funeral processions. Because it has the nickname “graveyard dust,” many people falsely claim that it is a substitute for graveyard dirt. (To be clear: it is not.)

Mullein is often hung, carried, or put in pillows to dispel evil spirits. In smoking, it calms and centers the spirit, which can help you with astral work, prophetic dreams, and divination. Practitioners debate over which planet rules it; Agrippa said it was Mercury, but Culpeper claimed it was Saturn.

Because mullein has little effect when smoked and a gentle smell, many use it as a base. It works well with any herb on this list and has few side effects.

Passionflower: Passionflower has a fantastic flavor and sedative effect. Unlike similar herbs, it can produce a “high” in large enough amounts.

Magically, passionflower aids sleep and brings peace. Many place it around the home to relieve troubles, and you might feel calmer after smoking it. Ruled by Venus and water, passionflower is a great addition to almost any smoking blend.

Rose: Although many label rose as “the love herb,” it has many other magical properties. Its soothing scent can relax people and relieve headaches. In teas and smoking blends, rose induces prophetic dreams.

Rose can be smoked before bed or before a ritual that requires a calm head and concentration. It’s a water herb associated with Venus.

Rosemary: Rosemary is a common incense in magic. Many burn it prior to magic to purify the area, but it can also boost divination. If you want an answer to a question, burn rosemary and inhale the smoke. The herb will grant you psychic clarity. The ancient Greeks associated rosemary with memory and would toss sprigs into graves. Using it in spells might improve your memory.

Rosemary is often paired with juniper for a purification incense, but I don’t recommend smoking juniper. The berries are incredibly oily and produce a lot of smoke! However, you can combine rosemary with other cleansing herbs prior to rituals. It’s a fire herb governed by the Sun.

Spearmint: The scent of spearmint increases psychic powers and intuition. It is a popular smoking herb for its flavor and ability to relax the lungs.

Spearmint can pair with any spirit work blend, but it also supports meditation, healing spells, and love spells (hence its association with Venus and water). If peppermint is too strong for you, try this.

Wormwood: The smell of wormwood is said to increase psychic powers. Many budding magicians carry or wear it for this purpose. Burning it attracts spirits, including the dead. The ancient Egyptians created inks with wormwood and wrote to the deity Bes as a form of divination.

Wormwood also has a protective element, especially when combined with mugwort. It is ruled by Mars.

CAUTIONS: While wormwood is not hallucinogen, it can be toxic in large amounts.

Three Herbal Smoking Blends

Anyone with the proper knowledge of herbs can create a smoking blend. But I have a few personal recipes to get you started.

I divided these blends into “parts” instead of grams and teaspoons because I don’t know how you smoke herbs. You can adjust the measurements to your smoking device.

Hedgecrossing Blend: two parts damiana, two parts mugwort, one part lemongrass. This blend sharpens your spirit vision and prepares you for trance work.
Spirit Vision Blend: three parts coltsfoot, two parts spearmint, one part rosemary, one part wormwood. This blend can help you see and sense spirits.
Prophetic Dreams Blend: two parts chamomile, two parts lavender, one part marigold, one part roses. This blend is designed to relax the body and increase the likelihood of getting spiritual dreams.

Advice for Creating Herbal Smoking Blends

If you want to create your own blend, here are some tips.

When is it unsafe to smoke herbs? In general, people who are pregnant or on medication for mental illnesses should be careful while smoking herbs. Some herbs also conflict with blood pressure medications and blood thinners. I included some cautions above, but ALWAYS research the herbs BEFORE SMOKING THEM! When in doubt, consult a medical professional.
Which herbs do I use? I recommend testing each herb in a small amount by itself before creating blends. That way, you’ll know how you react to each herb. Everybody’s different. For example, some people find passionflower to be mellow, while others feel a bit too sedated after smoking it.
How do I know that an herb is safe to smoke? In general, herbs that you can drink as a tea are also safe to smoke. However, many come with risks that I mentioned above. Also, the dosage matters. NEVER SMOKE AN HERB WITHOUT PROPERLY RESEARCHING IT FIRST.
How many herbs should I include? Smoking blends vary–some people include only two herbs, while others provide five or six. It depends on your experience and smoking method. My crystal pipe is pretty small, so I can’t include too many herbs in my blend; they won’t fit! I recommend starting with two to three herbs and gradually including more.
How do I smoke the herbs? Again, this is all personal preference. Some people toss herbs onto a charcoal bloke, similar to incense. Others make herbal cigarettes, and others use pipes. Before you drop a bunch of money on a pipe, test out some cheaper methods and see what works for you.
How can I safely smoke herbs? Make sure your room has proper ventilation; open the window, turn on a fan, or keep the door open. Keep a bowl of water nearby in case the fire grows too large. If you don’t know how you’ll react to the herbs, make sure there’s someone you trust in the house with you.

Did I Miss Anything?

Is there anything else people should know about herbal smoking blends? Do you have a favorite ingredient that I missed? Let me know in the comments below!