Sword of Saint George: what is the power of this plant? – Blog

Just by looking at the Sword of Saint George, we can see how powerful this plant is. Source of courage and prosperity, it is a very common vegetable in Brazilian homes, both for its mystical and spiritual properties and in decoration, as it is a plant that adapts easily to most environments.

Next, learn about the main uses of the Sword of Saint George, its meaning in Umbanda (it is a very important plant for African-based religions) and how to find the ideal place in your home for it.

Espada de São Jorge: discover the three types of the plant

• Sansevieira zeylanica (or Sansevieria trifasciata): is the most common, easy to recognize by its sword shape. Those with yellow-edged leaves are also called Espada de Santa Bárbara, while those that are fully green are the famous Espada de São Jorge.
• Cylindrical Sansevieira: with more rounded and pointed leaves, they are also called São Jorge’s Lance.
• Sansevieria Trifasciata Hahnii: With a shape that resembles a crown, this plant has smaller and more rounded leaves than the other two.

Protection and courage: the power of the Espada de São Jorge plant

Symbolizing the weapon used by Saint George in his battle against a dragon, the Sword of Saint George brings with it a great mystical value, protection and courage. The plant is also a great amulet to attract prosperity to your home.

The Sword of Saint George still acts with great power to take care of people who suffer from the slander of others, that is, who suffer from lies or gossip and are discouraged to raise their heads and turn around. Sword of Saint George on them!

Sword of Saint George in Umbanda

Because of the holy warrior Saint George of Cappadocia, a figure of Catholic origin, the plant was named after the warrior’s sword. To preserve the image and beliefs linked to the orixás, the Sansevieria trifasciata it can also be found by the name of Espada de Ogum – orixá syncretized to São Jorge.

Its liturgical name in Yoruba is Ewé Idà Òrisà. The Sword of Saint George is a plant of African origin – it is believed to be native to the region between Nigeria and Congo – so it has a very traditional use in religions of African origin.

The Sword of Saint George is used in baths, amacis, leaf-beating rituals, to keep away eguns – disincarnates that roam the crust and by affinity are attracted by the incarnates – and dense energies, and can also be used as a protector of environments, when in pots. Like the Orixá, the Sword of Saint George is a protector par excellence.

At Umbanda, when collecting the Sword of Saint George to prepare your bath or other ritual, remember to greet Ossaim, lord of all leaves, and Exu. Just like us, plants also have protectors. Revere them with chanting points or prayers and ask permission to harvest and use that vegetable.

Sword of Saint George: where to put it in the house

Considering that the Sword of Saint George has the power to protect and attract prosperity, it makes sense to want to have one of these plants at home, doesn’t it? But to enjoy all the benefits of this powerful plant, you need to position it in the right place.

Try not to position the vases or arrangements with Espada de São Jorge in environments with many angles formed by walls, as the spear shape of these places will stimulate battles and discord. Remember that the Sword of Saint George also works for the purpose of fighting.

Also, the Sword of Saint George comes from dry environments, so you don’t have to worry about watering it as often. Its maintenance is really simple. If you are going to place your plant on a balcony or backyard, prefer places with sun or partial shade – but it is worth mentioning that the Espada de São Jorge also lives very well indoors.

Important: the leaves of Espada de São Jorge are toxic. So keep your vase or flower bed out of the reach of children and pets, okay?

The Sword of Saint George also has the power to purify the air in environments. If you live in a big city, it’s worth investing in this super anti-pollution plant!
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