Sarsaparilla Root | Increase Personal Power
Description
Associations
Planet: Mars
Element: Fire
Astrological Sign: Aries
Chakra: Root
Deities: Ogun
Description
Also sold as Zarzaparrilla and Smilax. Sarsaparilla root is worked with for physical vitality, confidence, and grounding strength. In spiritual practice, it supports embodiment, courage, and standing firmly in one’s presence. This herb is often chosen when someone needs to feel anchored in their body and empowered in action.
Plant Context
Sarsaparilla grows as a climbing vine with deep-reaching roots, reflecting its symbolism of strength that comes from solid grounding. Its robust nature mirrors themes of resilience and physical presence.
In the Hand
Stringy, reddish-brown cut root with a faint root-beer sweetness. Woody and slow, it wants a long simmer.
Work with it
Sarsaparilla is commonly used in strength-building rituals and grounding work. A focused way to work with it is alongside physical movement or embodiment practices to reinforce presence and stamina.
Important Notes
Sold for its traditional folkloric and metaphysical associations only. Not a drug, supplement, or medicine, and not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent anything. For ritual use only.
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.