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)O( Calamus Latin Name: Acorus calamus Common Names: Flagroot, Myrtle Flag, Sweetroot Gender: Feminine Planet: Moon Element: Water Deity: Gaia, Cerberus, Acheron Folklore: The calamus has long been a symbol of male love. The name is associated with a Greek myth: Kalamos, a son of the river-god Maeander, who loved Karpos, the son of Zephyrus and Chloris. Medicinal Properties: It is widely employed in modern herbal medicine as an aromatic stimulant and mild tonic. Magical Properties: Healing, Luck, Money, Protection. Cautions:Do not use with bleeding disorders (e.g., nosebleeds, hemorrhoids). Excess use may cause nausea, vomiting, rashes, etc.
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