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Aries (March 21 - April 20) - the Ram - fire
Taurus (April 21 - May 20) - the Bull - earth
Gemini (May 21 - June 20) - the Twins - air
Cancer (June 21 - July 20) - the Crab - water
Leo (July 21 - Aug 21) - the Lion - fire
Virgo (Aug 22 - Sept 22) - the Virgin female - earth
Libra (Sept 23 - Oct 22) - the Scales - air
Scorpio (Oct 23 - Nov 22) - the Scorpion - water
Sagittarius (Nov 23 - Dec 20) - the Archer - fire
Capricorn (Dec 21 - Jan 19) - the Goat head Fish tail creature - earth
Aquarius (Jan 20 - Feb 18 ) - the WaterBearer - air
Pisces (Feb 19 - March 20) - the 2 fish in a circle normally - water
Aries
Animal - sheep
Gems - diamond and sometimes amethyst
Metal - Iron - in keeping with the signs characteristics, it's strong, direct, and plain
Spices - Aries is a fire sign and therfore said to rule cayenne pepper. The same is ture of mustards and tartly flavored capers
Herbs - peppermint, which is said to ease digestive complaints when brewed as a tea
Trees - because of their prickly nature, all thorn-bearing trees and shrubs; ex: hawthorn, holly
Flowers - geranium, broom, thistle, and honeysuckle
Taurus
Animal - all types of cattle fall under the domination of Taurus; ex: Bulls, Ox, Steer, Cows
Gems - emerald, moss agate. Their only obvious association with the sign is through their color, green, which is a Taurean color
Metal - copper
Spices - Taurus was said by an ancient astrologers to rule all spices. Cloves, in particular.
Herbs - Spearmint, arrack, elder root
Trees - ash, cypress, vine, almond, fig, apple, and pear
Flowers - rose, primrose, columbine, daisy, foxglove, poppy, and violet
Gemini
Animal - monkey, butterflies, and small swift brightly colored birds
Gems - agates and emeralds - most like all colors, so any glittering gems will appeal to them
Metal - mercury, quicksilver
Spices - no spices are particularly associated with the sign, but many people of this sign tend to enjoy spicy foods, perhaps seasoned with aniseed or caraway
Herbs - lemon balm, arrowroot, nettles
Trees - all nut bearing trees, especially the walnut and hazel
Flowers - azaleas, lily-of-the-valley, ferns, lavender, and myrtle
Cancer
Animal - crab is mainly, but there are other animals with shells or tough hides such as the tortoise, crocodile, and armadillo
Gems - pearl
Metal - silver
Spices - no particular spice is associated, but coriander and nutmeg are sometimes mentioned in connection with the water signs
Herbs - saxifrage, purslane
Trees - Cancer is said to have a special sympathy for all trees. This association is particularly strong with those trees that are rich in sap
Flowers - plants that flower at night, acanthus, honeysuckle, and white flowers such as the white rose and lily
* This sign has a lot of things that associate it to the moon
Leo
Animal - Leo, but also all other big cats are ruled by this sign
Gems - ruby
Metal - gold
Spices - no spices are specifically connected with Leo, however, as a fire sign, leo surely rules pepper and mustard
Herbs - all herbs are believed to be ruled by Leo. This is particularly true of angelica, eyebright, and pimpernel
Trees - bay, palm, and walnut are traditionally along with the orange, lemon, and all other citrus trees
Flowers - sunflower, marigold, and celandine
* This sign has a lot of things that associate it to the sun
Virgo
Animal - small cats and most domestic pets come under the dominion of Virgo. All female animals are, however, to some extent ruled by Virgo. Rabbits, mice, cats, domestic rodents
Gems - sardonyx
Metal - mercury, nickel
Spices - no spice is traditionally associated, but cinnamon and cardamom are sometimes mentioned
Herbs - any herb that has a red or a pink flower comes under the rulership of Virgo
Trees - nut bearing trees are associated with the planet mercury, which rules virgo
Flowers - red, pink, bright yellow, and bright blue flowers, particularly the cornflower
Libra
Animals - lizards and small reptiles are traditionally associated. Sankes and many small domestic animals, such as mice and hamsters are also sometimes linked to the sign
Gems - sapphire. Some authorities also suggest chrysolite, a green gem
Metal - copper and sometimes bronze
Flowers - Large, opulent roses and those flowers which, like Taurus, are ruled by Venus - for example, violets, foxgloves, and daisies are all loved by Librans.
Trees - The ash, cypress, all vines, and those trees governed by Taurus
Herbs - Sorrel, which alleviates skin disorders, and figwort, which prevents blood clots
Spices - No spices are particulary associated, but mace and sometimes cloves and ginger are generally popular among libras
Scorpio
Animal - scorpion; ancient astrologers claimed that domestic farm animals were ruled by scorpio. The creature of the sign is also most often mentioned, and modern astrologers name all crustaceans and many insects including scarabs and beetles
Gems - amber and the mysterious opal
Metal - steel and iron
Spices - no spices are specifically linked with scorpio, but red or hot spices such as cayenne pepper, paprika, and chili are sometimes associated
Herbs - peppermint. It is most strongly associated with herbs that have very dark red flowers. These include figwort and dovesfoot
Trees - blackthorn and bushy trees such as the hawthorn and trees that are used for hedging like the macrocarpa
Flowers - those flowers ruled by Aries, like the spiky thistle, and most dark red flowers such as some geraniums
Sagittarius
Animal - all animals related to hunting including big and small game and horses
Gems - topaz
Metal - tin
Spices - no spices are particularly associated with the sign, but allspice is sometimes mentioned in connection to it
Herbs - lemon balm
Trees - include the oak, birch, lime, mulberry, chestnut, and ash
Flowers - dandelions, lime-flowers, carnations, and pinks
Capricorn
Animal - goats, and also all animals with horns and cloven hooves and those that liveo n mountain slopes
Gems - traditionally said to be the amethyst, although some astrologers make a connection with turquoise
Metal - lead
Spices - no spice is traditionallly assocated with the sign, but angostura bitters and clovers are sometimes attributed to the sign
Herbs - the poisonous belladonna, knapweed, plantain
Trees - include the somewhat austere pine and yew as well as the gracefull willow, aspen, elm, and poplar
Flowers - pansies and ivery
Aquarius
Animal - large, far flying birds, especially those that migrate over great distances such as eagles, geese, albratross
Gems - amethyst, but many astrologers also suggest the aquamarine, a bluish green beryl whose color particulary seems to appeal to aquarians
Metal - aluminium
Spices - no spice is particulary associated with the sign, but cinnamon, which is used to flavor apples and other fruit and pepper are sometimes mentioned
Herbs - taurean herbs are for the most part ruled by aquarius. This is particularly true of common sorrel and elder
Trees - most fruit trees such as the pear and the peach
Flowers - include those ruled by taurus and capricorn, but particularly the orchid and goldenrod.
Pisces
Animal - all fish are and so are all mammals that live near or in the water, for instance dolphins, whales, porpoises
Gems - colorless moonstone
Metal - platinum, but traditional astrology also mentions tin and titanium
Spices - no spice is partciulary associated with the sign, but coriander and cinnamon are sometimes mentioned
Herbs - herbs ruled by cancer and sagittarius come under the influence of pisces. They include sage and saxifrage
Trees - lime, birch, mulberry, chestnut, ash, oak, birch, and all trees that grow near water. also weeping willow
Flowers - dandelions, lime-flowers, mosses, lichens, waterliles, and pinks - in fact most plants that grow in piscean colors
January
Garnet
Carnation or Snowdrop
Red, Pink, White
Affection, Deep Love, Distinction, Happiness, Fascination, and Lasting Fidelity
February
Amethyst
Violet or Iris
Violet, Purple
Faithfulness, Purity and Modesty
March
Aquamarine
Daffodil or Jonquil
Yellow
Affection, Cheerfulness, Desire, Grants Wishes, New Beginnings, Respect and Sympathy.
April
Diamond
Daisy or Sweet Pea
Pink, Purple
Blissful, Curious, Delicate, Departure, Lasting Pleasures, Playful and Tenacious
May
Emerald
Lily of the Valley
White
Complete Life, Humility, Return of Happiness and Sweetness
June
Pearl
Moonstone
Rose or Honeysuckle
Red, White, Pink, Yellow
Happy, Friendship, Love, Strong, and Beautiful
July
Ruby
Larkspur or Tulip or Water Lily
Pink, Purple
Good Luck, Laughter, Levity, Lightness and Open Heart
August
Peridot
Gladiolus or Poppy
Beauty, Strength of Character, Love, Marriage and Family
September
Sapphire
Aster or Morning Glory
Pink, Purple
Devotion, Daintiness, Filled with Light, Life and Joy and Symbol of Love
October
Opal
Tourmaline
Calendula or Marigold or Cosmos
Orange
Contentment, Excellence, Loveliness, Good Luck, Grace, Gratitude, Joy, Love of Nature, Comfort and True Love
November
Yellow Topaz
Citrine
Chrysanthemum
Yellow, Orange
Compassion, Cheerfulness, Friendship, Sensitivity and Secret Love
December
Blue Topaz
Turquoise
Holly or Poinsettia or Narcissus or Orchid
White
Reassurance, Celebration, Success, and Wealth
Taurus (April 21 - May 20) - the Bull - earth
Gemini (May 21 - June 20) - the Twins - air
Cancer (June 21 - July 20) - the Crab - water
Leo (July 21 - Aug 21) - the Lion - fire
Virgo (Aug 22 - Sept 22) - the Virgin female - earth
Libra (Sept 23 - Oct 22) - the Scales - air
Scorpio (Oct 23 - Nov 22) - the Scorpion - water
Sagittarius (Nov 23 - Dec 20) - the Archer - fire
Capricorn (Dec 21 - Jan 19) - the Goat head Fish tail creature - earth
Aquarius (Jan 20 - Feb 18 ) - the WaterBearer - air
Pisces (Feb 19 - March 20) - the 2 fish in a circle normally - water
Aries
Animal - sheep
Gems - diamond and sometimes amethyst
Metal - Iron - in keeping with the signs characteristics, it's strong, direct, and plain
Spices - Aries is a fire sign and therfore said to rule cayenne pepper. The same is ture of mustards and tartly flavored capers
Herbs - peppermint, which is said to ease digestive complaints when brewed as a tea
Trees - because of their prickly nature, all thorn-bearing trees and shrubs; ex: hawthorn, holly
Flowers - geranium, broom, thistle, and honeysuckle
Taurus
Animal - all types of cattle fall under the domination of Taurus; ex: Bulls, Ox, Steer, Cows
Gems - emerald, moss agate. Their only obvious association with the sign is through their color, green, which is a Taurean color
Metal - copper
Spices - Taurus was said by an ancient astrologers to rule all spices. Cloves, in particular.
Herbs - Spearmint, arrack, elder root
Trees - ash, cypress, vine, almond, fig, apple, and pear
Flowers - rose, primrose, columbine, daisy, foxglove, poppy, and violet
Gemini
Animal - monkey, butterflies, and small swift brightly colored birds
Gems - agates and emeralds - most like all colors, so any glittering gems will appeal to them
Metal - mercury, quicksilver
Spices - no spices are particularly associated with the sign, but many people of this sign tend to enjoy spicy foods, perhaps seasoned with aniseed or caraway
Herbs - lemon balm, arrowroot, nettles
Trees - all nut bearing trees, especially the walnut and hazel
Flowers - azaleas, lily-of-the-valley, ferns, lavender, and myrtle
Cancer
Animal - crab is mainly, but there are other animals with shells or tough hides such as the tortoise, crocodile, and armadillo
Gems - pearl
Metal - silver
Spices - no particular spice is associated, but coriander and nutmeg are sometimes mentioned in connection with the water signs
Herbs - saxifrage, purslane
Trees - Cancer is said to have a special sympathy for all trees. This association is particularly strong with those trees that are rich in sap
Flowers - plants that flower at night, acanthus, honeysuckle, and white flowers such as the white rose and lily
* This sign has a lot of things that associate it to the moon
Leo
Animal - Leo, but also all other big cats are ruled by this sign
Gems - ruby
Metal - gold
Spices - no spices are specifically connected with Leo, however, as a fire sign, leo surely rules pepper and mustard
Herbs - all herbs are believed to be ruled by Leo. This is particularly true of angelica, eyebright, and pimpernel
Trees - bay, palm, and walnut are traditionally along with the orange, lemon, and all other citrus trees
Flowers - sunflower, marigold, and celandine
* This sign has a lot of things that associate it to the sun
Virgo
Animal - small cats and most domestic pets come under the dominion of Virgo. All female animals are, however, to some extent ruled by Virgo. Rabbits, mice, cats, domestic rodents
Gems - sardonyx
Metal - mercury, nickel
Spices - no spice is traditionally associated, but cinnamon and cardamom are sometimes mentioned
Herbs - any herb that has a red or a pink flower comes under the rulership of Virgo
Trees - nut bearing trees are associated with the planet mercury, which rules virgo
Flowers - red, pink, bright yellow, and bright blue flowers, particularly the cornflower
Libra
Animals - lizards and small reptiles are traditionally associated. Sankes and many small domestic animals, such as mice and hamsters are also sometimes linked to the sign
Gems - sapphire. Some authorities also suggest chrysolite, a green gem
Metal - copper and sometimes bronze
Flowers - Large, opulent roses and those flowers which, like Taurus, are ruled by Venus - for example, violets, foxgloves, and daisies are all loved by Librans.
Trees - The ash, cypress, all vines, and those trees governed by Taurus
Herbs - Sorrel, which alleviates skin disorders, and figwort, which prevents blood clots
Spices - No spices are particulary associated, but mace and sometimes cloves and ginger are generally popular among libras
Scorpio
Animal - scorpion; ancient astrologers claimed that domestic farm animals were ruled by scorpio. The creature of the sign is also most often mentioned, and modern astrologers name all crustaceans and many insects including scarabs and beetles
Gems - amber and the mysterious opal
Metal - steel and iron
Spices - no spices are specifically linked with scorpio, but red or hot spices such as cayenne pepper, paprika, and chili are sometimes associated
Herbs - peppermint. It is most strongly associated with herbs that have very dark red flowers. These include figwort and dovesfoot
Trees - blackthorn and bushy trees such as the hawthorn and trees that are used for hedging like the macrocarpa
Flowers - those flowers ruled by Aries, like the spiky thistle, and most dark red flowers such as some geraniums
Sagittarius
Animal - all animals related to hunting including big and small game and horses
Gems - topaz
Metal - tin
Spices - no spices are particularly associated with the sign, but allspice is sometimes mentioned in connection to it
Herbs - lemon balm
Trees - include the oak, birch, lime, mulberry, chestnut, and ash
Flowers - dandelions, lime-flowers, carnations, and pinks
Capricorn
Animal - goats, and also all animals with horns and cloven hooves and those that liveo n mountain slopes
Gems - traditionally said to be the amethyst, although some astrologers make a connection with turquoise
Metal - lead
Spices - no spice is traditionallly assocated with the sign, but angostura bitters and clovers are sometimes attributed to the sign
Herbs - the poisonous belladonna, knapweed, plantain
Trees - include the somewhat austere pine and yew as well as the gracefull willow, aspen, elm, and poplar
Flowers - pansies and ivery
Aquarius
Animal - large, far flying birds, especially those that migrate over great distances such as eagles, geese, albratross
Gems - amethyst, but many astrologers also suggest the aquamarine, a bluish green beryl whose color particulary seems to appeal to aquarians
Metal - aluminium
Spices - no spice is particulary associated with the sign, but cinnamon, which is used to flavor apples and other fruit and pepper are sometimes mentioned
Herbs - taurean herbs are for the most part ruled by aquarius. This is particularly true of common sorrel and elder
Trees - most fruit trees such as the pear and the peach
Flowers - include those ruled by taurus and capricorn, but particularly the orchid and goldenrod.
Pisces
Animal - all fish are and so are all mammals that live near or in the water, for instance dolphins, whales, porpoises
Gems - colorless moonstone
Metal - platinum, but traditional astrology also mentions tin and titanium
Spices - no spice is partciulary associated with the sign, but coriander and cinnamon are sometimes mentioned
Herbs - herbs ruled by cancer and sagittarius come under the influence of pisces. They include sage and saxifrage
Trees - lime, birch, mulberry, chestnut, ash, oak, birch, and all trees that grow near water. also weeping willow
Flowers - dandelions, lime-flowers, mosses, lichens, waterliles, and pinks - in fact most plants that grow in piscean colors
January
Garnet
Carnation or Snowdrop
Red, Pink, White
Affection, Deep Love, Distinction, Happiness, Fascination, and Lasting Fidelity
February
Amethyst
Violet or Iris
Violet, Purple
Faithfulness, Purity and Modesty
March
Aquamarine
Daffodil or Jonquil
Yellow
Affection, Cheerfulness, Desire, Grants Wishes, New Beginnings, Respect and Sympathy.
April
Diamond
Daisy or Sweet Pea
Pink, Purple
Blissful, Curious, Delicate, Departure, Lasting Pleasures, Playful and Tenacious
May
Emerald
Lily of the Valley
White
Complete Life, Humility, Return of Happiness and Sweetness
June
Pearl
Moonstone
Rose or Honeysuckle
Red, White, Pink, Yellow
Happy, Friendship, Love, Strong, and Beautiful
July
Ruby
Larkspur or Tulip or Water Lily
Pink, Purple
Good Luck, Laughter, Levity, Lightness and Open Heart
August
Peridot
Gladiolus or Poppy
Beauty, Strength of Character, Love, Marriage and Family
September
Sapphire
Aster or Morning Glory
Pink, Purple
Devotion, Daintiness, Filled with Light, Life and Joy and Symbol of Love
October
Opal
Tourmaline
Calendula or Marigold or Cosmos
Orange
Contentment, Excellence, Loveliness, Good Luck, Grace, Gratitude, Joy, Love of Nature, Comfort and True Love
November
Yellow Topaz
Citrine
Chrysanthemum
Yellow, Orange
Compassion, Cheerfulness, Friendship, Sensitivity and Secret Love
December
Blue Topaz
Turquoise
Holly or Poinsettia or Narcissus or Orchid
White
Reassurance, Celebration, Success, and Wealth