Syrian Rue
Botanical Name: Peganum harmala
Family Name: Nitrariaceae
Plant Description: Hardy desert plant with fine leaves and white flowers
Ecosystem: Arid and semi-arid regions
Size: 30–100 cm
Shape: Bushy, spreading
Geographical Origin: Middle East, Central Asia
Current Distribution: Mediterranean to India
Flower Shapes and Colours: White, five-petaled
Seed Types and Size: Small brown to black seeds
Uses: Ritual, traditional medicine (with caution)
Parts Used: Seeds
Medicinal Uses: MAO inhibitor, traditional psychoactive (caution advised)
Planetary Influences: Saturn
Metaphysical Uses: Visions, spirit communication
Elemental Association: Air