Herbs and plants associated with Thursday (ruled by the planet Jupiter) generally embody the qualities of expansion, abundance, success, legal matters, growth, and authority. These botanicals are often used in rituals for prosperity, career advancement, and spiritual wisdom.
Primary Herbs of Jupiter (Thursday)
The following herbs and plants are most frequently cited as carrying the vibratory signature of Jupiter:
- Cinquefoil (Five Finger Grass): Represents the five blessings: love, money, health, power, and wisdom. It is a staple in prosperity charms and legal magic.
- Sage: Associated with wisdom, longevity, and immortality, sage is used to promote spiritual, mental, and emotional health. It is often burned to consecrate spaces and attract prosperity.
- Dandelion: Governed by Jupiter due to its expansive nature and association with weather (winds). It is used for divination, wishes, and calling spirits.
- Agrimony: Used for protection and returning negative spells to their sender. It is also used to induce sleep and protect against nightmares.
- Wood Betony: A protective herb used to purify the body and spirit, often added to incenses for protection and purification.
- Meadowsweet: One of the three sacred herbs of the Druids, it is used for love, peace, and altruism. It helps to relieve disharmony in the home.
- Borage: Used to bring courage and lift the spirits; it is associated with Jupiter’s expansive and cheerful influence.
- Hyssop: A classic purification herb mentioned in the Bible, used for cleansing and protection.
Trees and Woods
Jupiter rules over majestic, large, and “lucky” trees, particularly those that provide nuts or fruit.
- Oak: The most sacred tree of Jupiter (and Zeus/Thor), representing strength, longevity, and authority. Acorns are carried for fertility and luck.
- Cedar: Associated with prosperity and longevity. Its chips are burned to draw money and purify the atmosphere.
- Pine: Used for purification, protection, and money spells. Its scent is uplifting and clearing.
- Linden: Associated with protection and immortality; its leaves and flowers are used in love and sleep mixtures.
- Poplar: The buds (Balm of Gilead) are used to attract money and soothe broken hearts.
- Maple: Associated with longevity, money, and love.
- Fig: Associated with fertility, divination, and balance.
Spices and Resins
These aromatic ingredients are often used in Jupiter incenses for wealth and luck.
- Nutmeg: Carried for luck, protection, and prosperity. It is often included in money sachets.
- Clove: Used to attract riches, drive away hostility, and produce spiritual vibrations.
- Star Anise: Burned to increase psychic awareness and good luck.
- Benzoin: A resin used for purification and prosperity; it helps focus the mind and is often used as a base for incense.
Classical Associations (Agrippa)
According to the 16th-century occult philosopher Cornelius Agrippa, plants under Jupiter often have a sweet or pleasant taste and are considered “lucky.” His list includes:
- Herbs: Sea-green, Garden Basil, Bugloss, Mace, Mint, Mastic, Elecampane, Violet, Henbane.
- Trees: Horse-chestnut (Aesculus), Beech, Hazel, Service tree, White Fig, Pear, Apple, Vine, Plum, Ash, Dog-tree, Olive.
- Food Plants: Barley, Wheat, Raisins, Licorice, Sugar, Almonds, Pine nuts, Pistachios, Rhubarb.
Magical Applications for Thursday
Practitioners suggest using these herbs on Thursdays for the following purposes:
- Career and Ambition: Use Cedar, Cinquefoil, or High John the Conqueror to expand career opportunities and gain success.
- Legal Matters: Carry Buckeye or Cascara Sagrada (associated with Jupiter’s influence on law) to influence court cases favorably.
- Wealth and Prosperity: Burn Nutmeg, Clove, and Cinnamon (often Solar/Mercurial but compatible with Jupiter) to attract wealth.
- Healing: Lemon Balm and Borage are used to lift the spirits and heal emotional wounds, aligning with Jupiter’s jovial nature.
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