Elderberries

Other Names: Sambucus nigra

Element: Water

Planet: Venus

Zodiac: Libra, Pisces, Sagittarius 

Ritual Uses: The Elder tree is associated with the crone, with death, and has been said to both ward against and call “devils”. It is one of the species that has acquired multiple seemingly contradictory associations over the millennia. It appears many of the negative or demonic associations stem from the persecution of Druids. But, speaking broadly, it is very good for spiritual work that works with themes of death, the prolonging of life, or for relationship harmony.