Guinea Hen Weed
(Latin Name: Petiveria alliacea)
(Also known as: Anamu, Garlic Weed, Mucura, Guinea Hen Herb)
Brief History & Origin
Guinea Hen Weed, also known as Anamu, is a sacred herb of the Caribbean, Central, and South America, as well as parts of Africa. Indigenous healers, rootworkers, and curanderos have used it for centuries in both medicine and magic. In Jamaican and Afro-Caribbean spiritual practices, Guinea Hen Weed is known as a powerful protector—a plant that clears away negative forces, wards off evil, and strengthens the aura.
Its smell, reminiscent of garlic and sulfur, has long been associated with breaking hexes, crossing out curses, and driving out malevolent energies. In herbal medicine, it is respected as a deep immune booster, detoxifier, and natural pain reliever. This is not a gentle plant—it is a spiritual warrior, teaching strength, cleansing, and fearless protection.
Health & Healing Benefits
The Body’s Ally
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Boosts the immune system and supports the body’s defense against viruses, bacteria, and fungi
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Acts as a natural pain reliever and anti-inflammatory
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Supports healthy circulation and blood purification
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May assist in breaking down tumors and abnormal cell growth (traditionally used in cancer protocols)*
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Detoxifies the body—especially the lymphatic and digestive systems
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Contains sulfur compounds that help clear out parasites and pathogens
Spiritual & Energetic Uses
The Soul’s Companion
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Cleanses the aura and removes spiritual attachments or malevolent energies
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Used in protection baths, smudges, and limpias to shield against psychic attack
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Breaks hexes, curses, and spiritual blockages in traditional rootwork and folk healing
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Strengthens spiritual immunity, guarding the practitioner during times of vulnerability
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Aligns with root and solar plexus chakras, promoting grounded strength and spiritual courage
Best Ways to Use Guinea Hen Weed
| Use | Preparation | Suggested Use |
| Tea / Decoction | Simmer 1–2 tsp of leaves or root in water for 10–15 min | For immune support, pain relief, and detox (short-term use recommended) |
| Tincture / Extract | Use carefully prepared tincture | For spiritual or immune protocols |
| Spiritual Bath | Brew a strong tea and pour into bathwater | For spiritual cleansing and hex breaking |
| Smoke / Smudge | Burn dried leaves in ritual or space clearing | For spiritual protection and warding off negativity |
| Floor Wash / Spray | Use in home cleansings to remove heavy or harmful energies | For protection of space and spirit |
GlassWing Organics Notes
At GlassWing Organics, Guinea Hen Weed is used with great respect—as both a physical healer and a spiritual protector. We include it in cleansing baths, immunity blends, and rootwork rituals. It is a boundary-setting herb, reminding us that sometimes healing requires firm lines and fearless clearing.
Safety & Precautions
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Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding—may stimulate uterine contractions
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Use in moderation—this is a powerful herb, not for long-term daily use without practitioner guidance
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May thin the blood—use with caution if on anticoagulants
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Has a strong sulfur and garlic scent—this is part of its medicine but may be intense for sensitive individuals
Reflection or Affirmation
"With Guinea Hen Weed, I cleanse my path. I break all ties to harm, shield my spirit, and walk forward in fearless protection and radiant strength."
