Olives are the fruit of the olive tree.
- botanical information
- origin
- history
- part used
- nutritional information
- selection
- preparation
- magick correspondences and uses
- Goddesses and deities
- base oil
- health care
- Chinese herbology
- external skin care
- cautions and contraindications
botanical information:
Botanical name: Olea europaea
Common name: olive
Use the botanical name when ordering seeds (bulbs, etc.) or when looking up information in the library. Common names vary by nation, culture, and region, and sometimes the same common name is applied to different plants.
origin:
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Origin: The olive is a small green evergreen tree native to Mediterranean regions, but naturalized to climates as varied as those of Australia, California, and Texas. Information courtesy of Mountain Rose Herbs |
history:
History: Thirteen (13) is the number of rebirth. The number 13 appears in the Great Seal of the United States (and the U.S. one dollar bill) in the number of arrows in the claws of the eagle and in the leaves in the olive branch in the other claw of the American blad eagle. This represents that the U.S. was a rebirth of a new nation dedicated to civilization at its highest.
part used:
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Part Used: The well-known green to blue-black fruit of this tree yields a useful, edible oil. Both the oil and the dried green-grayish colored leaves are used in herbal medicine. Information courtesy of Mountain Rose Herbs |
nutritional information:
Olive oil contains monounsaturated fats (anti-inflammatory), phenols (cancer fighting antioxidants), and vitamin E (lowers risk of heart disease, protects skin from damage, and prevents nerve damage).
See also Chinese herbalism below for Chinese gender and Chinese flavor.
selection:
Cold-pressed, extra-virgin olive oil contains more phenols and the vitamin E is undamaged.
preparation:
Sauté vegetables in olive oil. Drizzle a little olive oil on salads. Use olive oil in pesto.
You can put a selection of nuts (such as almonds, Brazil nuts, cashews, hazelnuts, macadamia nuts, and/or walnuts) along with a little bit of olive oil into a blender and make fresh nut butter. Nut butter on bread (or in pita pockets) is a healthy “on-the-go” snack.
magickal correspondences and uses:
Magickal substitutions: Rosemary usually may be safely substituted for any herb in magick spells and rituals. Roses may safely be substituted for any flower.
Magical Uses  Healing, Peace, Fertility, Potency, Protection, Lust
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deities associated with olive:
base or carrier oil:
Base Oil: Olive oil can be used as a base (or carrier) oil for aromatherapy.
Aroma: Slight olive aroma.
Texture: Heavy; rather oily.
Color: Light to medium green.
Notes: Dilute with another carrier to avoid overpowering your aromatherapy blend.
health care uses:
Health Notice: Attempting to be an amateur doctor is potentially dangerous to your health. This web page is not professional medical advice. Nothing on this website should be considered as a substitute or replacement for professional medical advice. Persons should seek the advice of qualified health providers. Self-medication should not be used as a substitute for professional medical care. Please confirm all self-medication with your doctor or health care professional. See the article on healing for recommended healers.
Chinese herbalism:
Chinese gender: neutral
external care:
External skin care: Olive oil helps cool and nourish the skin. Olive oil also helps cleanse and moisturize the skin.
External skin care: Olive oil in Great Skin Firming Night Cream: “Works by increasing your skin’s vitality and sealing in moisture. With collagen to restore elasticity and Vitamin E for healing. Deeply penetrates to prevent excess dryness. With sesame oil, olive oil, apricot kernel oil, jojoba oil, avocado oil, squalene, kakui nut oil, aloe vera, Vitamin E, lemon balm, comfrey, sage, marigold, marsh mallow, teaberry, jasmine, cucumber, Vitamin A, and Vitmin D. Firming night cream is a heavy moisturizer that deeply penetrates the skin and will prevent excess dryness. This therapeutic vitamin and moisturizing treatment increases the skin’s vitality and seals in the moisture, augmenting skin’s resilience. Contains collagen which restores elasticity, and vitamin E which helps in healing the skin. Nourishes the skin as it firms. Apply before bedtime after cleansing and toning.” Great Skin Firming Night Cream
External skin care: Olive oil in Belli Life After Baby Eye Brightening Cream: “Lightens dark circles, reduces puffiness and fine lines. Physician-formulated, Vitamin K-enriched eye treatment keeps eyes looking refreshed and well rested by enhancing circulation, hydrating delicate skin, lightening dark circles, and minimizing the appearance of fine lines. With rice and soybean protein, aloe, olive oil, and green tea extract. Gently pat underneath eye area daily as needed.” Belli Life After Baby Eye Brightening Cream
External skin care: Olive oil in Rhonda Allison Growth Factor Serum: “Silky everyday moisturizer with potent rejuvenating nutrients. You’ll love the silky feel of this nutrient-rich serum, for day or nighttime use. Contains a high concentration of epidermal growth factor to support tissue regeneration and cellular repair after microdermabration, AHA exfoliants, enzymes, and post-peel. Supports skin structure with antioxidants and essential oils of tangerine, lemon, rosewood, and bergamot. Apply daily to freshly cleansed skin.” Rhonda Allison Growth Factor Serum
cautions and contraindications:
Cautions and contraindications: The fruit (olive) of the olive tree is believed to be safe.
Non-toxic to animals: The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) Animal Poison Control Center has determined that autumn olive “has not been reported as having systemic effects on animals or as having intense effects on the gastrointestinal tract.” —ASPCA
Wild gathering: Avoid wild gathering. Some plants are endangered species. Please grow your own herbs in your own goddess garden.
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