Healing with Crystals: Apophyllite

The name apophyllite comes from the Greek words "apa" meaning "off" and "phyllon" meaning "leaf." It acquired this name because of its tendency to flake apart when it is heated. Because of this quality apophyllite is almost unusable in the making of jewelry. It is more valuable for its other properties―metaphysical and healing. It is one of the gemstones that are used for "charging" and protecting other crystals and objects.

Apophyllite is a naturally occurring mineral that is green, white, or colorless and is transparent. It crystallizes in natural pyramidal structures, as granular masses, and as artificial-cubic crystals. It also grows in small clusters upon other minerals.

This gemstone largely occurs in Pune, India but has also been found in Britain, Japan, Brazil, Nova Scotia and Oregon in the United States. Specimens are often found in ancient lava and basalt flows where they grow in openings that were formed by air pockets when the rock was molten.

Metaphysical Properties of Apophyllite

-Establishes a conscious connection between the spiritual and physical realms.

-Helps to provide a well-defined connection to the physical body during astral travel. It also allows one to retain and bring back to the conscious self any information that was obtained during travel. This stone is unique in that it let's one remain totally conscious while experiencing the activities of travel such as past-life experiences, communication with the spirit world, and access to the akashic records.

-Used in the art of "gazing" or looking into the future.

-Brings "white light" energy to one's soul and love to one's heart. The green variety of this stone is used to activate the heart chakra.

-Stimulates the third-eye and enhances intuitive vision.

-Assists one in reaching and sustaining the meditative state.

-Very powerful in activating the crown chakra.

-Allows one to recognize their behaviors and attitudes and encourages change to become more positive.

-Helps one to see the truth in all aspects of life and promotes honesty.

Healing Properties of Apophyllite

Apophyllite is predominantly a spiritual crystal that is used for its metaphysical properties but does have some healing properties as well.

-Useful in repairing the twelve-strand DNA.

-Effective in healing respiratory problems, especially asthma.

-Helpful in treating disorders of the bladder and colon.

-Improves one's memory and stimulates the intellect.

-Helps to heal and protect the immune system.

-Constructive in the stimulation of cellular regeneration.

-Beneficial in treating disorders of the nervous system.

-Provides relief from stress, and feelings of anxiety, worry, and fear.

-Stimulates the restoration of the skin and mucous membranes.

The astrological sign for apophyllite is the sun sign for Libra and Gemini. It vibrates to the number four.

Sources

www.mineralminers.com

www.crystal-cure.com

www.mineralszone.com

Melody. (1995). Love is in the Earth: A Kaleidoscope of Crystals. Wheat Ridge, Colorado: Earth-Love Publishing House.