Sweet Grass

Sweet Grass is long believed by Native North Americans to dispel negative energy and elicit emotional strength. Sweet Grass is a purifying herb that is calming and relaxing.
Sweet grass was, and is, very widely used by North American indigenous peoples. As a sacred plant, it is used in peace and healing rituals. Leaves are dried and made into braids and burned as vanilla-scented incense during ceremonies or given as a gift of good will. Long leaves of sterile shoots are used by Native Americans in making baskets. Natives of the Great Plains believe Sweet Grass was the first plant to cover Mother Earth. First nations of Canada believe Sweet Grass is a purifier and burn it before all ceremonies. It is a reminder to respect the earth and all things it provides. Sweet Grass is used for purification, as oblations to ancestors, for protection of spirits, and keeping out of evil and harm. Used in a variety of ceremonies including peace ceremonies and blessings.
Historically, Sweet Grass was used for cosmetic and aromatic purposes. Leaves were soaked in water and used as a hairwash. Fragrant Sweet Grass leaves were used as stuffing for pillows.
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