Love, protection, and purification. Steep in red wine for a full cycle of the moon to use as a "blood offering" for spells that call for this -- DO NOT DRINK THE WINE....this is an offering and not to be ingested. Place in windows and doorways to keep curses and evil spirits out. A favourite root for use in voodoo to defeat hexes and spells aimed against you.
It is worn or carried to draw love. Carry it to avert evil spells and negativity. Place near doorways and windowsills to protect your home.