Jacqueline N. Norton is a writer and plant enthusiast with more than 20 years of experience in holistic healing. She holds an Associates in Science of Chiropractic Technology degree and certifications in Oncology Massage, specializing in pain management. She lives in upstate New York.

“The Root in Every Ritual is a thoughtful exploration of the mythology, medicine, and magic of plants. Visually rich, it features a stunning blend of photography, artist-rendered illustrations, and archaeological imagery that brings the cultural and historical stories of plants to life. Both informative and evocative, it is a beautiful and meaningful addition to the bookshelf of any herbalist or plant enthusiast.”

• IntroductionExploring Our Deep-RootedConnection with Plants1 Stygian DepthsPlants of Life and Death, the Afterlife,and the UnderworldAconite • Belladonna •Cypress • Holly 27 • Mistletoe •Pomegranate • Red Spider Lily •Willow • Wormwood • Yew2 Sentinels of the EarthPlants of Protection and Warding|Garlic • Hawthorn • Ivy •Mugwort • Neem •Rue • Sage • Thistle3 Blossoms of the HeartPlants of Love, Fertility, and PassionRose • Rosemary • Jasmine •Lily • Lily of the Valley • Orchid •Passionflower • Peony4 The Seer’s GardenPlants for Divination, Vision, andSpirit CommunicationBlue Lotus • Cannabis •Datura • Fly Agaric • Iboga •Psilocybin Mushrooms • Peyote • Poppy5 The Apothecary’s SecretPlants for Mending the BodyAloe Vera • Blue Vervain • Chamomile •Cinchona • Echinacea • Ginger •Ginseng • Lemon Balm •Turmeric • Valerian6 Metamorphosis in GreenPlants Symbolizing TransformationAcacia • Dandelion • Frankincense •Henbane • Mandrak • Myrrh • Violet7 Holy HerbariumPlants Connected to the Sacred and DivineBenzoin • Cedar • Elder •Juniper • Laurel • Olive • Palm8 Luck in the LeavesPlants to Bring Luck, Prosperity,and Good FortuneBasil • Chrysanthemum • Clover •Fig • Jade Plant 307 • Marigold 310 •Mint • Wisteria9 Majestic Giants Enduring Plants of Strength, Wisdom,and EnduranceAsh • Bamboo • Baobab •Oak • Pine • RedwoodConclusionEmbracing Our Entwined Historywith PlantsBibliographyIndex

Jacqueline N. Norton is a writer and plant enthusiast with more than 20 years of experience in holistic healing. She holds an Associates in Science of Chiropractic Technology degree and certifications in Oncology Massage, specializing in pain management. She lives in upstate New York.

“The Root in Every Ritual is a thoughtful exploration of the mythology, medicine, and magic of plants. Visually rich, it features a stunning blend of photography, artist-rendered illustrations, and archaeological imagery that brings the cultural and historical stories of plants to life. Both informative and evocative, it is a beautiful and meaningful addition to the bookshelf of any herbalist or plant enthusiast.”

• IntroductionExploring Our Deep-RootedConnection with Plants1 Stygian DepthsPlants of Life and Death, the Afterlife,and the UnderworldAconite • Belladonna •Cypress • Holly 27 • Mistletoe •Pomegranate • Red Spider Lily •Willow • Wormwood • Yew2 Sentinels of the EarthPlants of Protection and Warding|Garlic • Hawthorn • Ivy •Mugwort • Neem •Rue • Sage • Thistle3 Blossoms of the HeartPlants of Love, Fertility, and PassionRose • Rosemary • Jasmine •Lily • Lily of the Valley • Orchid •Passionflower • Peony4 The Seer’s GardenPlants for Divination, Vision, andSpirit CommunicationBlue Lotus • Cannabis •Datura • Fly Agaric • Iboga •Psilocybin Mushrooms • Peyote • Poppy5 The Apothecary’s SecretPlants for Mending the BodyAloe Vera • Blue Vervain • Chamomile •Cinchona • Echinacea • Ginger •Ginseng • Lemon Balm •Turmeric • Valerian6 Metamorphosis in GreenPlants Symbolizing TransformationAcacia • Dandelion • Frankincense •Henbane • Mandrak • Myrrh • Violet7 Holy HerbariumPlants Connected to the Sacred and DivineBenzoin • Cedar • Elder •Juniper • Laurel • Olive • Palm8 Luck in the LeavesPlants to Bring Luck, Prosperity,and Good FortuneBasil • Chrysanthemum • Clover •Fig • Jade Plant 307 • Marigold 310 •Mint • Wisteria9 Majestic Giants Enduring Plants of Strength, Wisdom,and EnduranceAsh • Bamboo • Baobab •Oak • Pine • RedwoodConclusionEmbracing Our Entwined Historywith PlantsBibliographyIndex

Jacqueline N. Norton is a writer and plant enthusiast with more than 20 years of experience in holistic healing. She holds an Associates in Science of Chiropractic Technology degree and certifications in Oncology Massage, specializing in pain management. She lives in upstate New York.

“The Root in Every Ritual is a thoughtful exploration of the mythology, medicine, and magic of plants. Visually rich, it features a stunning blend of photography, artist-rendered illustrations, and archaeological imagery that brings the cultural and historical stories of plants to life. Both informative and evocative, it is a beautiful and meaningful addition to the bookshelf of any herbalist or plant enthusiast.”

• IntroductionExploring Our Deep-RootedConnection with Plants1 Stygian DepthsPlants of Life and Death, the Afterlife,and the UnderworldAconite • Belladonna •Cypress • Holly 27 • Mistletoe •Pomegranate • Red Spider Lily •Willow • Wormwood • Yew2 Sentinels of the EarthPlants of Protection and Warding|Garlic • Hawthorn • Ivy •Mugwort • Neem •Rue • Sage • Thistle3 Blossoms of the HeartPlants of Love, Fertility, and PassionRose • Rosemary • Jasmine •Lily • Lily of the Valley • Orchid •Passionflower • Peony4 The Seer’s GardenPlants for Divination, Vision, andSpirit CommunicationBlue Lotus • Cannabis •Datura • Fly Agaric • Iboga •Psilocybin Mushrooms • Peyote • Poppy5 The Apothecary’s SecretPlants for Mending the BodyAloe Vera • Blue Vervain • Chamomile •Cinchona • Echinacea • Ginger •Ginseng • Lemon Balm •Turmeric • Valerian6 Metamorphosis in GreenPlants Symbolizing TransformationAcacia • Dandelion • Frankincense •Henbane • Mandrak • Myrrh • Violet7 Holy HerbariumPlants Connected to the Sacred and DivineBenzoin • Cedar • Elder •Juniper • Laurel • Olive • Palm8 Luck in the LeavesPlants to Bring Luck, Prosperity,and Good FortuneBasil • Chrysanthemum • Clover •Fig • Jade Plant 307 • Marigold 310 •Mint • Wisteria9 Majestic Giants Enduring Plants of Strength, Wisdom,and EnduranceAsh • Bamboo • Baobab •Oak • Pine • RedwoodConclusionEmbracing Our Entwined Historywith PlantsBibliographyIndex