Black Walnut Leaf (C/S) (WC) (JUGLANS NIGRA)

Description:
The Black Walnut tree is a large tree, belonging to the Juglandaceae family. It has and short and thick trunk, with large spreading boughs and crown. The leaves are toothed on the edges and are yellow-green on the upper surface and hairy on the lower surface. When crushed, they have a distinct "walnut" smell. The active principle of the whole Walnut tree is Nucin or Juglon.

Origin:
United States

Other Names:
American Walnut, Butternut, Carya, Jupiter's Nuts, Lemon Walnut, Oilnut, White Walnut

Part Used:
Leaf

Medicinal Uses:
Black Walnut leaf is used to treat skin troubles such as eczema, hives, and boils.

Precautions and Adverse Reactions:
Black Walnut is not recommended for long term use.

Magickal Powers and Correspondences:
Powers: Health, mental powers, infertility, and wishes.
Planet Rulership: Sun
Element Rulership: Fire
Gender: Masculine
Sign:

Disclaimer: