Star Anise | Hex Reversal & Protection

Associations

Planet: Jupiter
Element: Fire
Astrological Sign: Sagittarius
Chakra: Third Eye
Deities: Odin

Description

Star anise is worked with for divination, prophetic insight, and expanding awareness. In spiritual practice, it supports seeing patterns, understanding messages, and accessing guidance beyond linear thought. This herb is often chosen for ritual work involving foresight, dream interpretation, and spiritual inquiry.

Plant Context

Star anise forms in a natural star shape, each point radiating outward from a central core. This structure mirrors its spiritual symbolism, guidance extending in multiple directions from a single source. Its long use in both ritual and culinary traditions reinforces its association with wisdom and expansion.

Body Relationship

In contemporary herbal practice, star anise is worked with for its relationship to digestion and respiratory comfort. Herbalists value its warming, aromatic qualities and typically use it with intention rather than casually.

Work with it

Star anise is commonly used in divination rituals, dream work, and insight-focused practices. A focused way to work with it is to place it near tarot decks, journals, or ritual tools used for guidance and reflection.

Important Notes

Ensure culinary-grade star anise only. Avoid confusion with Japanese star anise.
This herb is packaged in a home kitchen and is not inspected by the Department of State Health Services or a local health department.
Sold in 1/2 ounce packages.