The olive (Olea Europea) It is a small fruit leafy tree originating from the Mediterranean area of ​​Europe and the Middle East.

The tree reaches between 7 and 10 meters high, with a beautiful twisted and knotted trunk and silver, long and narrow leaves.

The flowers are small, white and featheous and give way to the fruit olive, a Drup that begins green and darkens until it reaches an intense purple.

Olive cultivation

Olives can grow in climatic zones 8-11. They need dry and hot summers and soft winters. Any frost can damage the tree and a frost that lasts more than one day can kill it.

Too much rain can favor the appearance of fungi, which can also kill the tree. However, Olivos like the change of station to spend a period of rest and prepare for flowering.

The olive trees prefer a sandy soil that is not extremely acidic or basic, in a protected and sunny place. They like to grow in earrings, the south side is ideal.

Characteristic variety of small to medium size It is often used for the production of olive oil. Kalamatafruto large and of dark purple with a rich, fruity and slightly acidic flavor. It is commonly used for table olives and salads. Medium -sized manzanilla, firm texture and soft and buttery flavor. Adequate for both table olives and olive oil production. Small to medium -sized picholinefruto, crunchy texture and slightly nut. Popular for both green and black olives. Medium to large size mission with a soft and butter flavor. It is often used for table olives and olive oil production.Table 1: Olive varieties and characteristics

History and folklore

The Latin name Olea Europea It means «European oil.» The name of the olive is related to the word «oil» in many languages.

According to the Greek myth, the city of Athens was conquered by Athena in a contest with Poseidon. The most useful gift was challenged to the people.

Poseidon’s was a salt spring and Athena’s an olive tree. It is said that the same tree continued to grow in the acropolis for centuries, until the Persians burned to the foundations, but that same day it grew again. The olive tree is sacred for Athena and for the city of Athens and in the Athenian coins an olive tree appeared.

Pliny the old man describes a vine, a fig tree and an olive tree that grew in the middle of the Roman forum and the Roman poet Horacio claimed that his diet consisted of olive, escarole and mauve.

The athletes were anointed with olive oil at the Olympic Games and the victors were crowned with olive leaves. Olive oil was used as fuel for the Olympic flame and in the sacred lamps of the temples. It was also used in sacrifice offerings and to anoint priests and kings, as well as for more mundane purposes, as fuel for domestic lighting, base of medicinal and cosmetic ointments and, of course, for cooking.

Olive wood was also used a lot for construction and to carve the XOANON.

Healing Uses of Olive

The olives are full of monounsaturated fatty acids, which have proven beneficial in thinning and cardiosaludable diets. They can also be useful for asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, suffocations and metabolic syndrome.

Olive oil can be used as a basis for any savepome or massage oil.

Combine olive oil with salt or sugar to make a delicious exfoliating for hands and body.

Curativadesalized property Olive oil is rich in fatty and antioxidant acid It has been associated with numerous benefits for cardiovascular health. Antioxidant antioxidants of olive oil help protect the body against free radicals, favoring health and general welfare. Wounds of wounds The application of olive oil on injuries can help accelerate the healing and prevent infection process.Table 2: Healing properties of olive oil

Rub the scalp with olive oil and let it rest 30 minutes before washing it with shampoo to get soft, bright and dandruff.

Massage your nails and cuticles with olive oil to give strength and brightness.

It is said that olive leaf tea reduces cholesterol and blood pressure and helps the body to fight all kinds of infections, including common cold.

Olive in magic

Draw a pentagram in olive oil on an object that you want to protect.

It carries olive leaves to attract good luck.

Hang branches on the door to prevent rays from falling and preventing it from between evil, or putting the leaves in a bag or add them to a crown and gage them at the door or in the chimney with the same purpose

To soak olive leaves in rainwater and sprinkle at home after cleaning and blessing it, or hiding leaves in the corners of a room to maintain peace at home and avoid or put an end to family discussions.

Magicod -description Protection Oliveons are often used in spells and rituals protective to move away negative energy and provide spiritual protection. Olive prosperity. They can be used in spells to attract these energies. DIVINEXION BRANCHES AND OLIVE SHEETS They are used to create sacred spaces and enhance connections with spiritual deities.Table 3: Magic uses of olives

It carries a crown of olive leaves to ensure female fertility.

Eat olives to ensure male fertility and power.

Use olive leaves to decorate an altar in honor of an honest god or ancestor.

Use olives and olive oil as offerings to the gods and honest ancestors.

Olive oil is an excellent base for any mixture of anointing oils and oils, but keep in mind that its distinctive fragrance will be quite remarkable in its mixture.

Write Athena’s name on an olive and pressure on the forehead to disappear.

Olive correspondences

• Gender: Male
• Planet: Sun.
• Element: Fire
• Gods: Athena, Apoleirene, Minerva, Raconcordia

Create a magic oil for money with herbs for a spell with candles

As part of a spell with candles, many magic practitioners like to slightly spread the candle with oil before turning it on.

Follow the steps indicated below to create an oil for the money that will attract financial abundance. While preparing this oil, keep your intention in mind. Will need:

• A glass jar with hermetic lid
• Olive oil
• Dry basil
• Dry mint
• Canela – In pieces or powder
• Vitamin E oil, to conserve

Start filling the jar with equal parts of basil olive oil, mint and cinnamon until filling three quarters of the jar. Add olive oil until it is almost full. Add a few drops of vitamin E oil, close the jar well and shake it gently.

Once the oil is mixed, place it in a cool, dark and dry place. For two weeks, gently shake it every day. After that time, strain the liquid to remove herbs and dust and get it or get it again. It’s ready.

Ange your candles, wallet, tools and other objects to attract wealth towards you. Prepare for abundance!

Relaxing massage with olive oil

Olive oil, especially the extra virgin, is not only good for the body, but also to relieve stress and relax the mind. As part of a full attention routine, which can also incorporate regular meditation, a massage with olive oil can help increase the sensation of well -being and rejuvenate the mind, body and soul.

If you have a complacent partner, ask him to give you a massage; If not, find out if there is any massage of masseuses near you that offer this type of massage. Do not forget to light a candle and put soft and relaxing music to create the perfect environment.