Although cauliflower (or vegetables at all) probably isn’t the first thing that pops into one’s mind when thinking about Howlite, they do actually have a 6 degrees of separation connection. Howlite is found in it’s original state as large cauliflower-like masses. Originally named for Henry How, a 19th century mineralogist, as he was said to be the first to make this discovery in Nova Scotia.

Howlite is a fairly soft gemstone as gemstones go, therefore it takes dye easily; which in turn has allowed Howlite to become an inexpensive alternative to more costly gemstones. It’s natural color is white, gentle and clean with gray and black veins. Dyed with any rich hue of color, it may resemble Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli or Red Coral…one would never have guessed that it began very much resembling a common vegetable.

Gold helps to improve one’s character via education and learning oneself better; as well as lessening the trauma that is sometimes associated with the situations that are experienced during which the knowledge is gained.  As it is through many necessary experiences that Gold will help one to gain knowledge.  This education will assist one to mobilize, activate and actualize the inherent potential that one holds within oneself.

It is also said that Gold will help to assuage the overwhelming burden of responsibility, combating one’s feelings of inferiority and allowing one to both understand and dispel feelings of self hatred, and assist in remaining calm and avoiding anger.

Legend tells us that it has masculine qualities ruled by the sun, and it will express it’s projective qualities of other crystals and minerals.  It is told that Topaz in a Gold setting will disperse enchantments, and that Ruby in a Gold setting may refresh one’s body by absorbing energy from the sun.

Gold is said to clear away negativity, having the ability to transform energy and negativity.  One must be prudent with it’s use, as it is told that it may bring greed to the soul. Although matched with Silver, it’s negative influence is generally more moderate.

Pink Gold represents spirituality, while White Gold is said to combine with the Sun and Moon’s energies to create a powerful tool. Said to assist one in attuning to nature, attracting honor, wealth and happiness; providing composure, and alleviate tension and stress as well as amplifying positive feelings.

Howlite is predominantly a calming stone. It will aid in sleeping, calming the overactive mind, eases insomnia, dreaming, dream retention and stress relief.

Physically, it calms the whole body and releases muscle tension. It eliminates pain brought about by stress. And is said to aid in healing stress related injuries such as ulcers, heart problems and rashes.

It is helpful in balancing the calcium levels in the body as well as strengthening teeth and bones.

Energy: Protective
Element: Earth
Planet: Moon
Deities: Quan Yin
Powers: Patience, Peace & Insomnia
Candle Color: Grey

Focusing on a piece of Howlite can assist in journeying outside the body and gaining insight from past lives. Placed on the third eye, it opens memories of previous times and lifetimes.

Zodiac Stone of: Gemini & Virgo

Associations: Moon & Earth

Birthstone: Not a birthstone for any month

Howlite is useful in protecting the upper 5th, Heart; 6th Third Eye/Brow; and 7th, Crown Chakras cleansing one’s aura and purifying the blood.

Information Sources:
The Crystal Bible by Judy Hall, 2003
Love Is In The Earth by Melody, 1997
Wheels of Life by Anodea Judith, PhD, 2000
Crystal Enchantments by D.J. Conway, 1999
Smithsonian Handbooks Gemstones by Cally Hall, 1994
Crystal, Gem and Metal Magic by Scott Cunningham, 2002
Chakra Healing & Karmic Awareness by Keith Sherwood, 2005
Jewelry & Gems for Self-Discovery by Shakti Carola Navran, 2008
The Illustrated Directory of Crystal Healing by Cassandra Eason, 2003
Gemstone Energy Medicine Healing Body, Mind and Spirit by Michael Katz, 2005
Healing Crystals and Gemstones by Dr. Flora Peschek-Bohmer, Gisela Schrieber, 2002
Personal Experience and Personal Accounts of Others In the Metaphysical Field of Work

The information here is presented to you to use as you see fit, but is not to take the place of professional medical advice. Crystals, Gemstones and Metal can accent, help, negate, protect, encourage, strengthen, and balance and thereby promote healing. Their effects can be extraordinary, but use in addition to medical advice, and not as a substitute for proper care. If you are ill, we beseech you to seek professional medical attention from a qualified physician.