Mother (LONICERA spp) They are shrubs or vines with opposite leaves oval and its characteristics tubular flowers of sweet smell. The flowers contain sweet nectar, but the fruit is poisonous. There are more than 100 varieties of Lonicera.

Other names: Goat sheet, woodbine

History and folklore

The robust stems of the Madreselva were used to manufacture strings already in the bronze age, and in some parts of Great Britain they are still used to make flanges and harnesses for loading ponies. In Geoffrey Chaucer’s work, «Wodebyne» is a symbol of firmness in love [3]and Shakespeare wrote about her in act IV, scene I of A Midsummer’s Night sleep:

You sleep, and I will wrap you in my arms …
This is how the Sweet Mother
Curl gently;

The name of Madreselva comes from the tradition of children to bite the ends of the flowers to enjoy the nectar drops they contain [3].

Culture/Region Folclore/Symbolism Another Greece associates with love, devotion and faithfulness. In Greek mythology, associated with the goddess Aphrodite. Victorian Ipocaimbolize sweet memories and endearing love. It is often used in romantic symbology and floral arrangements. American natives counted a sacred plant with healing and protective properties. It is used in various rituals and ceremonies. Chinasimboliza grace, beauty and purity. It is associated with the lunar goddess Chang’e.Table 1: folklore and symbolism of the Mother

Mother in spells, magic and witchcraft

Culpeper associates Madreselva with the planet Mercury and the cancer sign [1]. According to other sources, it is associated with the planet Venus and the earth element. Madresolva’s flowers can be used in spells aimed at determining the true value of a person or thing. They can burn in a censer or soak the flowers in wine, strain and drink.

Madreselva’s flowers can also be added to a honey jar.

Mother’s vines can curl symbolically to unite two lovers and ensure mutual fidelity and desire.

This abundant flower is a powerful component in sun spells, depression spells and spells to attract prosperity.

It is also seasonal to summer solstice and a perfect complement to your Litha altar if you celebrate it.

Solar magic

As has already been pointed out, the Mother He literally knows Sun.

Use it in solar magic as a symbol of the power of light.

For example, surrounding a yellow candle or the Tarot del Sol letter with Madeselva garlands to attract worldly success to your life.

Happiness and spells to dissipate depression

Mother dissipates darkness and low mood, helping to give way to joy.

In particular, it is a great ingredient of magical spells aimed at inspiring the astonishment and curiosity of children.

So, if you have felt decayed, demotivated or without inspiration, try adding a handful of madreselva flowers to your ritual bath to immerse yourself in love, light, joy and astonishment.

Fairy and Gardens Magic

Cultivate this flower in your magical garden to attract the fight or fate of the forest.

Or leave it as an offering in a tree stump so that the invisible world of spirits helps you find a lost object or grant you a small favor.

Your Litha altar

Surround sails with this flower and place them on your altar of the summer solstice, or unknown and add it to your mixture of loose incense for rituals.

Beauty spells

The ancient Greeks associated the Mother with the eternal youth and beauty.

Add the dry flowers to oils, incenses or bags to enhance natural charm and attract attention. Your inner goddess.

Love spells

Use all parts of this plant, from the root to the stem and flower, in love spells. In particular, it is better used in love spells to encourage love to «flourish» or «flourish» if it is in the early stages of romance.

Prosperity

Invasive plants such as Mother, lend themselves well to spells to multiply wealth and success.

Check it dry in your cauldron or hyéerlo in the fire to attract abundance to your life.

Healing attributes

Common Mother L. Periclymenum It has been traditionally used for cough, asthma and other respiratory conditions, as well as diuretic and laxative, although its use is rare in modern herbalism due to plant toxicity [3].

Curativabeficios/utilitiesTable 3: Curative properties of the Mother

Japanese Mother L. Japanese It is antibacterial and is used to treat various infections and inflammations. An infusion of the stems can be used to clean small abrasions in order to prevent infections or a poultice can be used to treat skin infections, inflammations and rashes such as those caused by contact dermatitis [4].

Spread

Most of the Madelva varieties grow well between zones 5 and 8. Many exotic make -ups are considered harmful invasive weeds, so consult the DNR or the conservation department to see which species are native to your area and plant them instead.

Collection and storage

Since invasive make -ups are a problem in many areas, it is recommended to be careful when the silviculture is practiced to leave the native and freelavs and free themselves from exotic.

Varieties

Japanese Mother L. Japanese

It is a vine with white flowers, sometimes dyed purple that change to yellow when maturing, and small black fruits. It is originally from Japan and in its day it was used in the US as an ornamental cover and it is possible that its medicinal qualities will also be imported. Since then it has escaped crops and is now considered an exotic weed and its sale is prohibited in some areas, especially in the middle of the United States.

Honeysuckle L. Tatarica L. (Tartar), L. Morrowii Gray (Marows), L. X Bella (Belle), L. Maackii (Amur)

They are originally from Asia and Western Europe and are considered dangerous invasive species in much of the United States. They are very beautiful plants and were very popular as ornamental.

Mother of grapes L. Reticulata

Woody vine originating from the United States. It is located in the forests and forest slopes. It is considered in danger of extinction in Kentucky and Tennessee and should not be cultivated wildly there, but it can be cultivated in a sunny place on sandy or limited soil with moderate moisture. The tubular yellow flowers, sometimes dyed orange or pink on the tips, appear in May and June followed by red berries.

Yellow Mother L. Flava

Mother Limbera L. Dioica

EUROPEAN MADRESELVA L. Periclymenum

Also known as Woodbine

MADRESELVA CORAL L. Sempervirens

Common Mother L. Caprifolium

Also known as Dutch Mother, Italian Mother or Mother of Forests. This is the Mother who speaks most of the old European herbalists when they recommend the hostelva for healing.

Caution

Despite the traditional medicinal uses of the Mother and her sweet reputation, some people have developed contact dermatitis by manipulating the plant. Taken in large doses, the plant is emética and toxic.