Runes for the Green Witch: An Herbal Grimoire

by Nicolette Miele

A magickal guide to working with runes and plant allies for manifestation, healing, and spellwork

• Examines the herb and plant connections of each of the 24 runes of the Elder Futhark as well as correspondences with deities, astrology, tarot, and crystals

• Provide examples and tips on how runes and plants may be combined within spells and ritual for manifesting, protecting, healing, banishing, and more

• Explains how runes and plants can be worked with for the soulful process of rewilding and connecting with Mother Nature

Runes and plants both contain the dynamic and raw energies of Mother Earth and can be used to heal, manifest, protect, and elevate magick. Both support and deepen the nature-human connection that is vital to mind, body, and spirit. And while both can provide us with many benefits on their own, when merged in magickal union, their combined powers are multiplied exponentially.

In this magickal grimoire, herbalist witch Nicolette Miele immerses readers in the wisdom and folklore of the 24 Elder Futhark runes as well as their correspondences with deities, astrology, tarot, crystals, and plants. Each chapter begins by discussing the etymology, meanings, mythology, divination, correspondences, and magick of a particular rune and culminates with profiles of several herbs and plants that possess similar magickal energies. Each plant profile delves into the magickal, metaphysical, traditional, and medicinal applications as well as how to work with these incredible plant allies. These profiles also provide examples and tips on how the runes and plants may be combined within spells and ritual for manifesting, protecting, healing, banishing, and more.

For example, the author connects Fehu, the rune of wealth and value, with the practice of altar-building, making offerings, and with alfalfa, cedar, dandelion, and other plants traditionally used in abundance and prosperity magick. In the chapter on Kenaz, the rune of heat and illumination, the nature connection is nurtured through the element of fire and a step-by-step bindrune candle ritual. The plants connected with Kenaz are those that embody the characteristics of fire—such as passion, ferocity, and sexuality—and include clove, damiana, and kava kava.

Guiding the green witch through the benefits and strengths of synergistic magick, this book helps eclectic magickal practitioners advance their craft through folk magick and medicine, rituals, meditations, spells, and the soulful process of rewilding and connecting with Mother Nature.

Genres: Witchcraft

288 pages, Paperback

Published January 30, 2024

Reviews

[Natasha 4E · Rating 5 out of 5]

I came across the author in Instagram, and knew right away I had to read her book some day. I love runes and I love plants so I couldn't go wrong here.
I found this to be a very insightful and inspiring book. Clearly Miele has a deep relationship with every rune and plant in there, and she writes about their physical and magical workings, as well as their link with the runes. I learned a lot, and I will definitely this in my practice.

[Erin]

Note: I did not read this in its entirety - rather I skimmed and used the index to look at specific things. What I did read was very informative and interesting. However, I cannot give it a rating since I didn't read it all.

[Michael Swanson · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent and unique approach to runic study. I'll be referring to this book for years to come.

[Sasha Haggerty · Rating 4 out of 5]

A rich insightful read weaving the runes and corresponding herbs. And the author is a local to my area although i haven't met her. This is eclectic so any witch can utilize this. However, I wish there were more connections to Nordic heritage. Sometimes it felt left to the wayside. Many runes and corresponding runes leave out Nordic associations. I wish that wasn't the case. And I also wish she wasn't so quick to write the runes off as not being an alphabet. They originally were and still are!

[Penny Wright · Rating 1 out of 5]

Extremely dubious historical information, and in some places outright wrong (please show me this proof of Vikings in South America), and is a bizarre mishmash of unrelated cultures. I'm shocked that this book is rated as high as it is. Claims that certain herbs can cure HIV, herpes, or MRSA. I would never recommend this. I'm surprised this got published.

[Carrie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely magickal read for herbalists and rune practitioners interested in the intersection of both tools. It differs in order and meaning from two other books on runes I consult, so it will be interesting to see how it influences my understanding.

[Tina · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book I absolutely loved reading. I can't wait to refer back to it in my practice.

[Rachel Garms]

One of the best books I've seen that covers both medicinal and spiritual correspondences for plants. I would consider this book to be an excellent addition to a kitchen practice.

[Rebekah · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book contains thorough explanations of runes and their associations. I have never seen anything like it before. I borrowed it from the library, but I will be purchasing a personal copy soon!

[Philomena · Rating 4 out of 5]

An excellent, non-deist, beginner's book on runes, for spellwork as well as divination!

[Charlie · Rating 5 out of 5]

The most helpful witchy book I've read! Highly recommend :)