Chicory Root

Chicory is native to Europe, west Asia and north Africa, though it now grows all over the world. It was used by the ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans for medicinal purposes and has long been woven into European folklore. One well known tale tells of a grieving young woman who wept for a lost love until she was transformed into the chicory flower, giving rise to its old nickname, "the lady waiting by the road".

Chicory root has traditionally been carried by travellers and warriors for strength, endurance and protection on long journeys. It is believed to guard against harm and negative influences encountered far from home.

Magickal Correspondences

• Energy: Masculine
• Element: Earth
• Planet: Sun, Saturn
• Zodiac: Leo

How to work with Chicory Root

Chicory root is a go to for removing obstacles and opening the road ahead, especially where resourcefulness and resilience are needed. It can be used for:

• Removing obstacles and road opening
• Success, favour and luck
• Strength, endurance and resilience 
• Protection and breaking curses
• Manifestation and grounding 
• Enhancing psychic abilities and invisibility 
• Frugality and resourcefulness