Kudzu Root

Other Names: The Vine that Ate the South

Element: Earth

Planet: Jupiter, Mercury

Zodiac: Gemini

Ritual Uses: Although kudzu has a long history in traditional medicine (often to treat forms of inflammation), it was off the magical radar in the West until the plant was brought to America to combat the Dust Bowl. It builds an extensive, nearly indestructible root system and is able to smother all other plants in its environment. Since it only needs a small root to survive, Earth seems like a suitable elemental attribution. Jupiter and Mercury speak to its expansive, quick growth. I placed Kudzu in Gemini due to its duplicative ability.

Kudzu Root is fantastic in Abre Camino, Rush, and Prosperity workings. Kudzu turns apparent obstacles into a support system for its own success, and it never delays.