Mustard Meaning and magickal uses
Also called Mustard Seed, Black Mustard, Yellow Mustard, Brassica
A tiny, fiery seed of faith, courage and protection.
- Intentions
- Protection, Confidence, Luck
- Element
- Fire
- Planet
- Mars
- Day
- Tuesday
- Parts used
- Seeds, whole or ground
How to use it
- Faith jar
Drop a single mustard seed into a small jar or locket as a reminder that a small start can grow into something strong. Carry it when you need courage.
- Doorway line
Sprinkle a thin line of mustard seed across the threshold of your home, inside the door, with the intention that nothing harmful crosses it. Sweep it up after a few days.
- Courage charm
Tie a pinch of seeds into a red cloth with a piece of carnelian and carry it into a situation where you need to speak up for yourself.
Works well with
Substitutes
History and folklore
Mustard has been grown since ancient times in India, the Mediterranean and China. The parable of the mustard seed, in which the smallest seed grows into a great plant, made it a symbol of faith that begins small. In European and American folk magick, mustard seeds were scattered on doorsteps and roofs for protection, and a seed carried in the pocket was said to bring courage. Witches today use it for faith, boldness and guarding the home.
A tiny, fiery seed of faith, courage and protection.
- Intentions: Protection, Confidence, Luck
- Element: Fire
- Planet: Mars
- Day: Tuesday
- Parts used: Seeds, whole or ground
Safety: Mustard seed is a common food, but ground mustard and mustard oil can irritate skin and eyes. Wash your hands after handling and keep it away from your face.
How to use it
- Faith jar. Drop a single mustard seed into a small jar or locket as a reminder that a small start can grow into something strong. Carry it when you need courage.
- Doorway line. Sprinkle a thin line of mustard seed across the threshold of your home, inside the door, with the intention that nothing harmful crosses it. Sweep it up after a few days.
- Courage charm. Tie a pinch of seeds into a red cloth with a piece of carnelian and carry it into a situation where you need to speak up for yourself.
Works well with: Red Candle, Carnelian, Tuesday, Black Pepper, Fire
Folklore
Mustard has been grown since ancient times in India, the Mediterranean and China. The parable of the mustard seed, in which the smallest seed grows into a great plant, made it a symbol of faith that begins small. In European and American folk magick, mustard seeds were scattered on doorsteps and roofs for protection, and a seed carried in the pocket was said to bring courage. Witches today use it for faith, boldness and guarding the home.
The Witch's Cabinet is a free reference for your practice. Correspondences are traditional associations, not medical advice. Always follow the safety notes, especially with herbs and essential oils around children, pets and during pregnancy.