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Herbs And Symbolism Dream Meaning

This is by no means a complete list of the symbolic meanings of each herb but it offers a good starting point.

If a specific herb features strongly in your dream, you may want to investigate the historical, religious, medicinal and cultural significance of that particular herb to enrich your interpretation.

Angelica: Inspiration, magic

Bay: Glory, honor, reward

Calendula: Sacred affection, joy, remembrance, grief

Chamomile: Energy in adversity, patience, long life, wisdom

Chives: Usefulness, why do you weep?

Dandelion: Faithfulness, happiness

Dianthus: Dignity, woman’s love, symbol of mother’s day

Dill: Preservation, good spirits

Dogwood: Love undiminished by adversity, durability

Elder: Compassion, bad luck, zeal

Fennel: Strength, worthy of praise, flattery

Garlic: Protection, strength, healing

Grass: Submission, utility, usefulness

Iris: Wisdom, faith, valor

Ivy: Patience, fidelity, undying love, eternal life

Lavender: Housewifely virtue, acknowledgment

Lily of the valley: Contentment, return of happiness, let’s make up

Marjoram: Joy, happiness

Mint: Eternal refreshment, wisdom, virtue

Mugwort: Be not weary, tranquility, happiness

Mustard: Faith, indifference

Nasturtium: Patriotism, victory in battle

Pansy: Happy thoughts, meditation

Parsley: Useful knowledge, feast, joy, victory

Rose: Love, victory

Rosemary: Remembrance, love, loyalty, fidelity

Saffron: Beware of success

Sage: Wisdom, long life, immortality, high esteem

Sassafras: Foundation, considered choices

Sunflower: Haughtiness, loftiness, pride, pure thoughts

Thyme: Activity, bravery, courage, strength

Violet: Humility, devotion, faithfulness, forgiveness

Yew: Immortality, sorrow

Yucca: Opportunity, fidelity

Zinnia: Thoughts of missing friends [1]

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Sources and Authors

  1. The Element Encyclopedia by Theresa Cheung [Back to dream]

What does Herbs and Symbolism mean in a dream?


To dream of hemlock, henbane and other poisonous herbs denotes that you are in danger, but to dream of useful herbs is good (Gypsy). Apparently a dream from physical stimuli...

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To smell the aroma of herbs predicts new and exciting adventures, possibly foreign travel. To dream of herbs, denotes that you will have vexatious cares, though some pleasures will ensue....

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(Garden greens, Herbs, Legume, Sprouts) A bouquet of fresh garden herbs in a dream represent a man in sorrow and distress. Gathering a bunch of mixed herbs from one’s garden...

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Dreaming of pot-herbs, especially such as have a strong smell, signifies discovery of hidden secrets and domestic con-

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(see Herbs)Paving your dues in a situation, or making a gift to a worthy cause.The Pharisees paid their tithes in mint.Effective communications.The ancient Greeks used mint to clear the voice.Revitalization...

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(See Garden herbs, Lentil, Sprouts)

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(Alcohol;Beer; Brewery; Cocaine; Drugs; Hashish; Injection; Inebriant; Marijuana, Opium, Sedatives, Spirits, Wine) In a dream, all intoxicants signify suspicions, apprehension and doubt about one’s resources, or the lawfulness of his...

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‘Stupid sprout.’ (Also see Garden herbs, Lentil)

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(Antidote, Herbs, Inkwell, Medicine.See Almond, Bathhouse)

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Almost all herbs are a sign of good fortune, especially if they seem to be growing strongly or are in flower.

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To smell, taste, or use this spicy flavor in a dream is a happy romantic omen.See also Herbs.

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To dream of horehound candy predicts a long period of peace of mind.If it was the plant, see Herbs.

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Vision: A matter that seemed boring and unimportant is gaining in significance and beginning to look rather attractive. You are developing a taste for something.See Herbs.

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According to Jung, herbs are always connected to healing.The herb is the alchemist’s elixir, the universal medicine.

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Signs of good fortune in almost any case, as they are favoured by Nature. But they must be growing vigorously.If Flowers are seen, it is a very good sign.

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To dream that one eats salads made of lettuce, and other herbs that may be eaten raw, signifies trouble and difficulty in the management of affairs.

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(Cure, Herbs, Ivy, Medicine) In a dream, if one sees himself taking an antidote against a snakebite, it means appeasing of one’s fears, or having peace in one’s life.(Also see...

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To dream of spices or herbs suggests you need more variety in your life. You need to look at a situation or relationship from a different perspective. To dream of...

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A garden can represent a form of paradise, as in the garden of eden. We are able to allow ourselves some spiritual relaxation and life need not be too much...

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(see Healing, Herbs)Soothing your wounds, especially those that have come from heated arguments. Aloe is nearly universally used in treating skin burns.Fooling yourself or someone else. In Africa, aloe is...

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Seeing parsley is a good omen: you have a happy family and good health.See Herbs, Spices.

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Spiritually we are aware of basic concepts and abilities. In some cultures, semen is sprinkled on the ground to propitiate the mother goddess and ensure a good harvest. In protective...

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As with most aromatic herbs, marjoram is a symbol of solace and slow but careful recovery. It may represent a state of convalescence.It is your path between a difficult situation...

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Domestic bliss and Spring, announcing the end of winter. Great speed and mobility. According to Physiologus, the most widely read book of the Middle Ages, the swallow reproduces only once...

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(see Herbs)Love, especially if seen sitting on a windowsill. This was a way that Italian women welcomed their suitors.An alternative dragon emblem, full of fire and power, having taken its...

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If a sweet odour is particularly noticeable in dreams it will signify saintliness and spirituality. Traditionally, incense and other sweet smelling herbs are ways of connecting with the divine and...

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Green is widely considered to be the color of healing and prosperity. Money is green in the United States, and plants and herbs are the lifegiving color of green.This symbol...

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(see Herbs)Heroic energy. This herb was hung in Greek and Roman feast halls to welcome back victorious heroes.A period of well-deserved rest, or a temporary decrease in activities. Dill takes...

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Dreams of spice signify feelings of passion and sensuality. Plant in Dream: It is a symbol of growth, naturalness, but also that which is slow and logical. Almost all herbs...

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(see Herbs)Victory, recognition, and success. Bay crowns were used in Greece to honor kings, priests, poets, and heroes.Unrequited love. Daphne was changed to a bay laurel tree to keep her...

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(see Herbs)Prosperity, or something for which you would pay highly. In ancient Rome, this was one of the most highly valued imports.The expanding of human consciousness to more universal horizons....

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(see Eating)Making the best of a bad situation. Vinegar is actually wine or cider that has turned, but still gets effectively applied. What situation seems negative right now, and how...

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(see Brcerages, Herbs)In the East, this beverage is sacred to Buddha, making it one of tranquillity and meditation. This symbol expresses that actions and words are in accord.An ability to...

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(Inhaling pulverized tobacco or powdered medicine.) Inhaling snuff in a dream is a sign of devastation, lacking a sense of continuity, needing to conceive a child, needing one’s mother, seeking...

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(see Flowers, Garden, Herbs)Love and passion. During the Middle Ages, this was commonly used as an aphrodisiac or addition to love potions. Sprigs were also worn by prostitutes to attract...

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(see Herbs, Trees)Heroism. In the Druidical alphabet, this bush is represented by the tau cross, often equated with the Tree God, whose strength and endurance stands for all to see.The...

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(see Herbs)If you’ve dreamt of ginger recently, you may discover that your zest for life and passionate interests are increasing.Faithfulness: In the Koran, only the steadfast believers enjoy ginger-flavored beverages...

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(see Herbs, Oak)Invincibility. Teutonic warriors carried mistletoe into battle as protective amulets.Setting aside bad feelings out of respect for a common belief or need. In Scandinavian regions, warring groups who...

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(see Eating, Herbs)Worthiness (e.g., “a man worth his salt”). This saying actually dates back to ancient Rome where soldiers were paid in salt because it was so valuable.Zest, or spicing...

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(see Herbs)An alternative emblem for fire. According to Greek mythology, Prometheus bore a burning fennel stalk to earth when presenting humankind with this gift.Clear vision and defined goals. In folk...

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(see Herbs)Talmudic: An emblem of increased fecundity. Among Hebrew men, it was customary to eat garlic before intercourse to ensure fertility.Protection: Garlic was used regularly in spells and charms for...

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Eating a raw onion in a dream denotes an evil happening.If a sick person . eats a small amount of onions in a dream, it means that he will die...

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If one sees himself in a dream invoking false oath, or making false claims to market his merchandise, it means that he will turn into that state to live in...

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(Dining table) A dining table with its food ready to serve in a dream means blessings, accepting an invitation to dinner or lunch, financial comfort, status and winning victory over...

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(Beauty; Grass, Green, Knowledge, Paradise, Wisdom) In a dream, a meadow represents an easy and a trouble free money, or it could represent a wife who has little reservation and...

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For a woman to dream that a dead snake is biting her, foretells she will suffer from malice of a pretended friend.To dream of snakes, is a foreboding of evil...

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(God’s prophet Jesus son of Mary, upon both of them be peace.) One who sees God’s prophet Jesus upon whom be peace, in a dream is a blessed man, a...

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(God’s Prophet Muhammad, blessings and peace be upon him, The Seal of the prophets, The last Messenger) It is related that God’s Messenger, upon whom be peace, has said :...

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