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Radish
Herbal Remedy: Supports digestion and liver function, traditionally used to ease congestion.
Witch Use: Worked with for clearing blockages, motivation, and energetic cleansing.

Ragweed
Herbal Remedy: Toxic; not used safely in modern herbalism.
Witch Use: Associated with boundary awareness and irritation magic, highlighting what must be released.

Ragwort
Herbal Remedy: Toxic; not used safely in modern herbalism.
Witch Use: Symbolic plant of the Otherworld and fae paths, used only in folklore or symbolic work.

Raspberry
Herbal Remedy: Fruit supports digestion and gentle nourishment.
Witch Use: Linked to sweetness, protection, and emotional healing.

Raspberry Leaf
Herbal Remedy: Traditionally used to tone the uterus and support pregnancy and menstruation.
Witch Use: A leaf of feminine strength, protection, and life-cycle magic.

Rattlesnake Root
Herbal Remedy: Historically used for respiratory issues and snakebite folklore (varies by species).
Witch Use: Associated with fear release, courage, and survival magic.

Red Clover
Herbal Remedy: Used to support lymphatic health, skin conditions, and blood cleansing.
Witch Use: A charm of luck, love, and gentle prosperity.

Rehmannia
Herbal Remedy: Valued in traditional medicine to nourish blood, kidneys, and adrenal strength.
Witch Use: Worked with for deep restoration, longevity, and ancestral vitality.

Rhodiola
Herbal Remedy: An adaptogen used to increase stamina, stress resilience, and mental clarity.
Witch Use: Associated with endurance, willpower, and mountain strength.

Rhubarb
Herbal Remedy: Root used traditionally as a strong digestive stimulant and laxative (dose-dependent).
Witch Use: Linked to truth, sharp clarity, and cutting through illusion.

Roman Chamomile
Herbal Remedy: Gently calms the nervous system and aids sleep and digestion.
Witch Use: Used for peace spells, dream work, and emotional soothing.

Rose
Herbal Remedy: Petals used to support the heart and uplift mood.
Witch Use: Iconic flower of love, devotion, beauty, and spiritual protection.

Rosehip
Herbal Remedy: Rich in vitamin C, used to support immunity and joint health.
Witch Use: Worked with for vitality, resilience, and gentle strengthening magic.

Rosemary
Herbal Remedy: Supports circulation, memory, and digestion.
Witch Use: A classic herb of protection, remembrance, and mental clarity.

Rowan
Herbal Remedy: Berries were traditionally used in small amounts for digestive support.
Witch Use: A powerful tree of protection, warding, and psychic defense.

Rue
Herbal Remedy: Toxic; not used safely in modern herbalism.
Witch Use: Strongly associated with uncrossing, banishment, and protection.

Rye
Herbal Remedy: Nutritive grain supporting energy and digestion.
Witch Use: Symbol of fertility, harvest abundance, and earth-based prosperity magic.

This information is for education purposes, please consult a health professional before using any of these remedies.

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