Bearberry Leaf (Uva Ursi)

Used sometimes by Native Americans in smudging, Bearberry also known as Uva ursi (or kinnikinnick) smoke is said to carry the prayers of those who use it. Bearberry carries with it the powers of protection and strength and is used to heighten psychic abilities. It can clear psychic channels and strengthen divination and magical efforts. The leaves can be used to make sachets that heighten psychic power, and the leaves can be made into tea or dried and smoked to aid in meditations and divination. Bearberry can be used in spell work to represent animals, especially bears. The herb received it’s name due to bears seeming to enjoy it.