The world of plants has long been inspiring and magical to many cultures.
So inspiring, in fact, that references to plants are more ingrained into our lives than we might think!
Gardening, agriculture, and plant relationships have been very central to humanity; so much so that folklore surrounding them found its way into ancient beliefs, customs, and mottos today, even the names of the plants themselves.
How did this come to pass?
Let’s take a deeper look at the plant world, ranging across cultures all around the world, and how their mystical influences still touch our lives in modern times – and even some peculiar beliefs we once had (or might still have) about them.
I’m sure it will make you think differently about the many trees, shrubs, and herbs you grow in your garden – or maybe get you to consider completely new and magical ones!
Knocking on Wood
Ever heard the saying “knock on wood?”
It’s a habit many of us still uphold, especially when one is in need of some good luck, a bit of courage, or hope that something will go well.
But did you know that knocking on or touching wood is actually a tradition steeped in plant folklore?
Some of us might knock on wood or talk about it without a second thought, as if it’s a perfectly normal thing to do (and it is, in many ways). But the origins of this saying stretch way back in time to the beliefs of our ancestors.
Think about it: so many cultures relied on trees. For some ancient peoples, trees were likely a source of refuge and safety, climbed to avoid danger.
For others, they provided shelter and materials for fires, food, and medicine. Because trees provided so much, certain cultures’ fondness – and even awe – of trees grew over time.
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