8 Sacred Plants with Profound Spiritual Meaning in Native American Traditions

A powerful plant for purification and protection used in smudging rituals.

White Sage

Known as the “Hair of Mother Earth,” it’s braided and burned to attract positive energy.

Sweetgrass

Sacred for prayer and offerings, symbolizing communication with the spirit world.

Tobacco

Used in sweat lodges and ceremonies for cleansing and protection.

Cedar

A symbol of sustenance and life, often included in harvest celebrations.

Corn

A cactus used in spiritual visions and ceremonies by some tribes.

Peyote

Represents adaptability and resourcefulness, often used in practical and ceremonial ways.

Cattail

Known for new beginnings and cleansing, its bark is used in various traditions.

Birch

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