Orris Root

Other names: Rhizoma iridis, Love Drawing Herb, Queen Elizabeth's Root

Element: Water

Planet: Moon, Venus

Zodiac: Pisces

Ritual uses include: Love; Protection; Divination; Charming; Drawing

Orris Root is one of those interesting ingredients that is deeply associated with more than one planet. Due to the flower of the plant (the fleur-de-lis), as well as its use in psychic work, Orris could be very accurately described as a Lunar herb. But Orris Root is even more strongly associated with Venusian pursuits of love and charm.

When mixed with other aromas, Orris Root tends to harmonize other notes; it smooths out the total fragrance, while bringing out the best notes in the blend. For that reason, it can be associated with loving mediation between parties in disharmony.