W A L N U T

juglans nigra

ESSENCE OF EMPOWERMENT, WISDOM & INTELLIGENCE

MIND/BODY BENEFITS: Black Walnut is symbolic of confidence, intelligence, inspiration and wisdom. Carrying walnut is believed assist with life transitions by to activating deep wisdom. It encourages the wearer to expel negativity, move toward change and break out of the cocoon.

HEALING PROPERTIES: Black Walnut is most well-known for its anti-parasitic properties. It is effective against ringworm, tapeworm and other intestinal parasites. The tannins in black walnut has an astringent effect which helps tighten the epidermis. It’s used to treat viral wart, eczema, acne, psoriasis and poison ivy. It’s also antifungal and antimicrobial.

COLOR: Rose

PLANET:  Jupiter

ELEMENT: Fire & Sun

STONE: Rose Quartz

POLARITY:  Masculine

ORIGIN: North America

HISTORY & LEGEND:  Ancient Greeks stewed walnuts and ate them to increase fertility. Carrying a walnut in the shell was also believed to increase fertility. In Appalachia, carrying black walnut was seen as a good luck charm.