Butterfly Pea

Butterfly Pea (Clitoria ternatea)

Appearance and Origin:
Butterfly Pea is a vibrant climbing vine native to Southeast Asia, known for its striking, deep blue flowers with a hint of purple. The flowers are revered for their beauty and are often used to dye foods and beverages. Traditionally, this herb has been associated with wisdom, creativity, and spiritual insight.

Metaphysical and Magical Properties:
Third Eye Activation: Butterfly Pea is linked to enhancing intuition, psychic abilities, and spiritual awareness. It is often used in meditations or rituals focused on opening the Third Eye Chakra.
Calm and Clarity: The calming energy of Butterfly Pea makes it ideal for promoting mental clarity, focus, and peaceful thoughts, especially during times of stress or emotional turmoil.
Dreamwork: This herb is believed to enhance vivid dreams and deepen dreamwork practices, making it a popular choice for moon rituals or before bedtime.
Emotional Balance: Helps balance our emotions of love, sexuality, and fertility.
Transformation and Growth: As its color changes when exposed to different pH levels, Butterfly Pea symbolizes transformation, adaptability, and personal growth in magical workings.

Usage Notes:
Tea and Infusions: Butterfly Pea flowers are commonly steeped to make a rich blue tea, which turns purple when combined with citrus. This tea can be used as a ritual drink for enhancing intuition or as part of a calming self-care routine.
Color Magic: The vibrant hues of Butterfly Pea are often used in spells and rituals that focus on creativity, inspiration, and self-expression.
Offerings and Decorations: The flowers can be dried and used as offerings on altars, or as beautiful additions to spell jars and sachets.

Warnings:

• Butterfly Pea is generally considered safe for consumption, but it should be avoided in excess by individuals who are pregnant or breastfeeding without consulting a healthcare provider.
• Always ensure the flowers are food-grade and free of chemicals or pesticides if using them in teas or consumable rituals. Ours is Organic.

Associations:
Element: Water
Chakra: Third Eye
Zodiac: Pisces
Planet: Neptune

Before consuming any herbal products, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, or planning on becoming pregnant, it is essential to consult with your healthcare provider. Little Witch Shop does not provide medical advice or recommendations. The information provided here is for general informational purposes only.