Catnip is associated with love, happiness, peace and psychic protection in witchcraft.
What Catnip symbolizes
Catnip symbolizes love, playfulness, and the sacred connection between humans and animals, particularly cats.
How witches use Catnip
- Attracting love when used in sachets or spells
- Enhancing psychic abilities during meditation
2 more catnip uses, best practices and step-by-step rituals are in the Wicca app.
Appearance & origins
Catnip is a perennial herbaceous plant with square stems, heart-shaped, serrated leaves that are grey-green in color, and clusters of small, tubular flowers that are typically pale purple or white with purple spots.
Native to Europe, Asia, and parts of Africa, catnip has been naturalized in North America and thrives in temperate climates, typically found in fields, along roadsides, and in gardens.
Associated deities
- Bast (Egyptian goddess associated with cats)
- Freyja (Norse goddess of love and magic)
Safety
Warnings: Non-toxic to humans and cats in moderate amounts, but excessive consumption by cats can cause overstimulation or gastrointestinal distress.
Health note: Excessive use can cause nausea or dizziness. Pregnant women should avoid catnip as it may stimulate uterine contractions.
Storage: Store dried catnip in an airtight container in a cool, dark place to preserve its potency.
