The Magic Emperor is a term used to describe the emperor of China who was believed to possess magical or supernatural powers. In Chinese history, there were several emperors who were considered as Magic Emperors due to their legendary abilities and extraordinary achievements. One of the most famous Magic Emperors in Chinese history is Emperor Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of the Qin Dynasty. He was known for his obsession with immortality and is said to have consulted alchemists and sorcerers in search of the elixir of life. Qin Shi Huang also ordered the construction of the Terracotta Army, a vast collection of life-sized clay soldiers, to protect him in the afterlife. Another Magic Emperor is Emperor Wu of Han, who ruled during the Han Dynasty.
We have a small orchard, three apple trees, because what’s a witch without apples? Holly bushes for the druid in everyone, English Ivy because it creeps so nicely and makes everything look like a cemetery, and Wysteria because it grows wild, blows the mind with its scent and is quite destructive over time.
The aforementioned Datura and Brugmansia would work for that, but a true potion will have a bit more variety, such as Belladonna, or Deadly Nightshade, and this year I ve also added Monkshood, a delightful plant where even touching the leaves can cause a severe skin reaction. For the uninitiated, the potion typically requires plants which are often deadly when taken internally, and psychedelic if absorbed through the skin.
Another Magic Emperor is Emperor Wu of Han, who ruled during the Han Dynasty. He was known for his interest in divination and astrology and heavily relied on fortune-tellers and geomancers for guidance in making important decisions. Emperor Wu is also credited with expanding the empire's territory through successful military campaigns.
10 Magickal Plants to Grow Indoors
Last week I wrote a post about the garden I have in my apartment patio and you guys loved it! I’ll be honest, I was a little surprised by how many views and comments that post already has. So I’ve decided to expand the post into a series focused on feeling magickal in a small living space.
As a companion to my patio garden, I thought I’d start off with a little indoor gardening since I know a lot of you who live in apartments and cities don’t necessarily have more than a windowsill to hold your gardens. First, I’m going to give you a tour of my indoor plants and then we’ll discuss magickal houseplants you can grow too!
Indoor Garden Tour
Now, I don’t have as many indoor plants as I would like because my apartment gets very little direct sunlight. It’s nice and bright but with almost entirely East facing windows in the whole house (with the exception of one North facing), there’s not a lot of light getting into the nooks and crannies.
However, I do like to have some greenery around so I have this little trooper on the kitchen table:
I bought the spider plant to sit on the end of a tall cabinet but it very nearly shriveled up and died from the lack of sunlight. Once we finally moved it to the window, voila! It almost immediately sprouted babies.
The only plant in the house that doesn’t seem to mind the lack of direct sunlight is the succulent we have over the kitchen sink. I had a few tiny succulents and decided it was a great idea to plant one of them in a votive candle holder I had hung on the wall. I really didn’t expect it to survive, frankly, but I thought it would look nice for a while. Much to my surprise, despite no water drainage and no sunlight, the plant has grown about six inches in the past three months and since has sprouted a second branch. A bit of magick perhaps?
I’ll be honest, there is also an ivy plant in our kitchen but I’m not sharing a picture of it because, well because as of yesterday, it’s officially been declared beyond saving. Not sure what killed it because it was doing fine, we changed nothing, and then it slowly started dying with no hope for revival. What can I say? My green thumb only reaches so far.
The key to indoor gardening is really just trial and error – seeing what plants work in your space and how you and your space feel about certain plants.
It also helps to, you know, water them once in a while.
Upstairs in my bedroom, I have a terrarium of succulents which you’ve seen before because it also functions as the Earth element on my altar:
Last but not least, I have a small green houseplant next to my bed which honestly, I think is so important. Even though I felt like I had decorated my room, I had lived there for almost five months before I finally got any plants in my bedroom and as soon as I did, I had this totally unexpected sense of completion. All of a sudden, my space felt whole, as if the room had been missing that element of life.
Plus, I fell in love with this planter at Target and had to find something to thrive in it!
I also can’t overemphasize the power of cut flowers. Although it may not seem as magickal to go to your local flower shop and purchase a bouquet as it would to, a) grow them yourself or b) gather them in a softly sunlit field, having flowers in the house is proven to uplift spirits. Even if it’s just a single stem in a bud vase, flowers will make a huge difference in your mood and your magick.
So without further rambling, what plants can you grow in your apartment or small space?
Ivy is just so beautiful and witchy, I’d love a house covered with it one day!
During the Tang Dynasty, Emperor Xuanzong was considered as a Magic Emperor due to his patronage of Taoism and interest in the occult. He believed in the power of magic and believed that he could communicate with gods and spirits. Emperor Xuanzong was known for his extravagant lifestyle and love affairs, which eventually led to the decline of the Tang Dynasty. In Chinese folklore and mythology, there are also tales of Magic Emperors who possessed supernatural powers and ruled over the realms of gods and spirits. These emperors were believed to have the ability to control the weather, create miracles, and perform incredible feats. They were often depicted as wise and benevolent rulers who protected their subjects and brought prosperity to their realms. In conclusion, the Magic Emperor is a fascinating concept in Chinese history and mythology. These emperors were believed to possess magical powers and were revered for their extraordinary abilities. Whether based on real historical figures or mythical legends, the notion of the Magic Emperor reflects the mystical and spiritual beliefs deeply rooted in Chinese culture..
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4. Michael - 3/5 - Although "Magic emperor chinese" wasn't horrible, it didn't meet my expectations either. The pacing was inconsistent, with some parts dragging on while others felt rushed. The author had an interesting concept but failed to fully explore it, leaving many unanswered questions. The writing style was decent, but there were some awkward moments that broke the immersion. While it had its moments, I ultimately felt underwhelmed by this book.