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In different parts of the planet, witchcraft is associated with healing through nature, whether through plants and herbs or potions made with ingredients obtained from the fauna and flora that surround us. Also called healers and healers, natural witches were admired and feared precisely because of their in-depth knowledge of the medicinal properties of different compounds which, for lack of a more clarifying adjective, were simply called “magical” or “miraculous”. But nowadays this connection with nature goes beyond enjoying what the ecosystem offers us. Being a green witch in the 21st century also means being committed to the sustainability of our planet. Being involved with initiatives such as recycling and composting, for example, is still a type of witchcraft. The definition of green witchcraft In the words of Arin Murphy-Hiscock, and in short, being a green witch is essentially being a naturalist, herbalist, a wise woman and a healer. “She understands the power of nature; it draws energy from the Earth and the universe; she relies on natural objects such as stones and jewelry to become one with the land she lives on; she uses plants, flowers, oils and herbs for healing; she turns to nature for guidance; and she respects every living being, no matter how small.”