The Ogham language is one of the ancient Celtic civilisation believed
to have been left to us by Druids and shamanic bards if the time.
These writings have been found on standing stones used by the Celts.
Each of these Druidic impressions are believed to contain Druid
lore illustrating the 21 letters contained within the Ogham and
each of these are related to a tree or shrub these in turn have
their own meanings and significances to carry.
"If a tree, plant or flower (jumps) out on you whilst out
walking, take note of it, greet it and acknowledge it. Then research
it, it's qualities and characteristics will have meaning for you.
It may reflect those awakening within you or those needed for the
next stage of your earthwalk...."Alginanhawkeye
Flowers Plants and trees
|
Celtic Name |
Latin Name |
Related Colour |
Ogham Flower Meaning |
Related Month of the Year & Celebration
|
Alder |
Fearn |
Alnus |
Crimson |
Choices, spiritual guidance and protection.
Can indicate a time for making decisions. Can be used to attract
air elementals |
March 18 to April 14 |
Apple Tree |
Quert |
Pyrus Malus |
Green |
Youth, magic, beauty and happiness. Can
indcaite a time for decision making |
- |
| Ash Tree |
Nuin
|
Fraxinus Excelsior |
Bottle Green |
Sensitivity, sacrifice and higher wisdom.
Can indicate a time of restrictions |
February 18 to March 17
Spring Equinox March 21st
~Springtide~ Eostar ~
|
Aspen Tree |
Eadha |
Populus |
Silver White |
Determination, overcoming fears and doubts.
Can indicate a time of worry. |
- |
Beech Tree |
Phagos
|
Fagus Salavtica |
Orange or Brown
|
Tolerance, past knowledge. Can indicate
a time of insightful understanding. |
- |
Birch Tree |
Beth |
Betula Pendula |
White |
New beginnings, cleansing of past. Can
indicate a period of change. |
December 24 to January 20
Christmas Day December 25
~Nollaige~
|
Elder |
Ruis |
Sambucus Nirga |
Dark Green |
Judgment, change, renewal, destiny. Communication
with the world of the fey or fairy world. Can indicate a time
be guard against unhelpful thoughts. |
November 25 to December 22 |
|
Ohn |
Ulex Europaeus |
Yellow Gold
|
Furze is associated with the Celtic fire
Festival of Lughnassadh. Can indicate a time of life changing
events through the acquisition of knowledge. |
~Lammas ~ Lughnassadh~
August 2nd
|
Hawthorn Tree |
Huathe |
Crataegus |
Purple |
Creativity, magik/magic. Can indicate
a period of restrictions. |
May 13 to June 9 |
Hazel tree |
Coll |
Corylus |
Brown |
Hidden wisdom. Can indicate a time to
tap hidden resorces |
August 5 to September 1 |
Heather |
Ur |
Erica |
Purple |
Healing from within, initiation. Can indicate
a period a period of spiritual growth. |
- |
| Holly |
Tinne |
Ilex Aqualfolium |
Dark Grey |
Overcoming anger, spiritual warrior. Can
indicate help to deal with and overcome future problems. |
July 8 to August 4
~Lammas ~ Lughnassadh~
August 2nd
|
| Ivy Shrub |
Gort |
Hedra Helix |
Sky Blue |
Can indicate a time of deep reflection
to help with decision making. |
September 30 to October 27
|
Oak Tree |
Duir |
Quercus Robur |
Black and Dark Brown |
Strength, endurance, helpfulness, continuity.
Can indicate a time of contentment and stability. |
June 10 to July 7
Summer Solstice June 21st
~ Litha ~
|
| Reed |
Ngetal |
Phagmites |
Mid Green |
Can indicate a time of surprise events
and disappointments. |
October 28 to November 24
~Samhain ~ Samhuinn ~
October 31st Celtic New Year All Hallows eve/Halloween
|
| Rowan |
Luis |
Sorbus |
Grey & Red |
Control, protection. Can indicate a time
to take charge of things and prevent others from taking your
control |
January 21 to February 17
February 2nd
~Imbolic ~ Oímelc~
|
| Vine |
Muin |
Vitis |
Green and White |
Can indicate a time for a need to take
time out to allow for personal development. |
September 2 to September 29
Autumn Equinox September 21st
~ Mabon ~
|
| Willow |
Saille |
Salix |
Bright Colours |
Inner visions and dreams, healing. Can
indicate a time a time to return balance to your life. |
April 15 to May 12
May day
~Beltane~
|
We hope that these Trees and Plants may help in your journey of
discovery of the Ogham of flowers Mother Nature holds many insights
with which to help us grow and develop all we have to do is pay
attention to the messages that she sends us. In return all she asks
for us to remember we are very lucky and blessed to live on Gaia,
treat her well and care for her and all her treasures.
