bloodstone

bloodstone which the ancients called heliotrope, is best known as a healing stone.

gives us a new chance. see also general properties of jasper

colour/appearance:

mostly green with flecks of red

can also be cream

sources:

india

china

brazil

usa

cleansing:

cleanse with running water method

energize on an amethyst cluster or in moonlight during full moon

planet(s):

mars

zodiac:

aries

element(s):

earth (fire)

chakra(s):

root

heart

feng shui use:

east (ancestors)

southeast (abundance)

southwest (relationships/love)

negative directions (remove obstacles/attract luck)

physical:

varicose veins

immune system

infections

kidney cleanser

stomach upset

emotional:

creativity, decision making and talents.

spiritual:

removes blocks in the body and in the mind

centers and grounds our energy

helps with renewal of the physical, mental and emotional bodies

brings abundance and good fortune

locations and rituals:

use bloodstone in rituals asking for good health. rub the bloodstone with garlic to increase the healing power