Dragon Teeth & Bones
These were once considered to be the remains of dragons, and some maintain they are the fossilized bones of dinosaurs.  Most agree, though, that they are the fossilized remains of prehistoric animals, for instance, mastodons. Among them have been found the bones of the giant (10 feet!) ape, Giganthopithicus blacki, which lived alongside humans in various locations in China and Vietnam, and once in a while, the fossilized teeth of humans who lived in prehistoric times. This herb is found in caves by Chinese farmers and has been used in Chinese medicine for thousands of years. It looks like small chunks of teeth or bone, many showing the typical internal pores of bones or the external points of teeth. Top

In Spirituality

Dragon teeth and bones have been a spiritual tool in the past; Daoists used this herb as an aid to calm the mind in order to learn meditation. Perfect for Saturn, this magick herb is also a great way to incorporate the aspect of death into a ritual without directly or indirectly causing the death of any animal. That they are fossilized greatly strengthens the Saturn aspect, since fossilization is a very slow (Saturnian) process, and since they are extremely dry. They are an excellent substitute for baneful herbs in witchcraft and ritual work, since they are non-toxic. Top

Medicinal Uses

Dragon teeth and bones are very commonly used as a sedative and tranquilizer, to help people sleep, lower blood pressure, stop agitation and anxiety, soothe fears, and end inappropriate anger.  They contain calcium and other minerals. Top  

Uses in Witchcraft & Magick:

Baneful Work
Meditation Aid
Saturn Herb

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