Spiritual Uses: Associated with Saturn & The Sun. Useful for healing & protection.
The botanical name for Shepherd's Purse Herb plant is Capsella bursa pastoris. It also goes by several common names, including St. Anthony's fire, St. James' wort, St. James weed, toywort, cocowort, pickpocket and shepherd's heart. As with many dried herbs, it is most potent the fresher it is, and should be stored in an airtight container in a cool and dark place and replaced yearly.
Warning: Not to be used during pregnancy.
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