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Foxglove in Magic & Superstition
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Foxglove has been the subject of Fairy lore for centuries.  Legend indicates that Fairies are supernatural entities who live in enchanted forests and shadow worlds, dancing and making magick (good or bad) with childlike abandon.

The alternate names for Foxglove give a glimpse into how embedded this plant is in Fairy and Magick folklore, and includes Fairy Petticoats, Fairy Thimbles, Fairy Fingers, Fairy Weed, Fox Mittens, Witches Bells, Witches Thimbles, Folks Gloves, and Fox Bells.  Indeed, the name Foxglove itself is derived from a legend that says that evil Fairies gave a fox the flower petals to put on his toes so that he could rob the chicken house without being heard - thus the name "fox glove."

Fairy gardens have become quite popular, and Foxglove is a must-have for attracting Fairies.  Fairies supposedly play within the flowers, and each spot inside marks the spot where a Fairy has touched the surface.  Placed in front of the house, Foxglove is believed to protect the occupants from evil influences.  Picking Foxglove from the garden and bringing it inside, is believed to anger the Fairies.  Placed in a charm or talisman, a piece of Foxglove flower is believed to keep one inside protective Fairy light.

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