Marjoram (Origanum majorana or O. vulgarare) (Folk names: Joy of the Mountain, Knotted Marjoram, Marjorlaine, Mountain Mint, Pot Marjoram, Sweet Marjoram, Wintersweet.)   Marjoram belongs to the mint family. It is thought to alleviate menstrual cramps and nausea. The deities represented by marjoram are Venus and Aphrodite; the planet is Mercury; the element is Air. Marjoram is considered a masculine herb. Its powers are believed to protection, love happiness, health and money. Its magickal uses include love spells; and it can be added to food to strengthen love. Marjoram is sometimes added to soups to ensure a happy family. Carried or placed around the house, it is protective. Grown in the garden, it offers shielding powers against evil. Mixed with violets, marjoram is said to work as an amulet against colds during the winter months. Given to a depressed person, marjoram brings happiness. Marjoram is often one of the herbs found in money mixtures and sachets. Sources: Cunningham, S. Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs. Llewellyn Publications, St. Paul, MN, 2002. Dubats, S. Natural Magick: Inside the Well-Stocked Witch's Cupboard. Kensington Books, New York, 1999.   For more about flowers, plants and herbs, see Ireland's OWN Myths and Magic Page last updated 15 Aug  2008 Website Design and Myths & Magic logo by Míchealín Daugherty Copyright © 2008 Ireland's OWN All Rights Reserved.