Healing Properties of Rainforest Jasper: A Crystal for Love & Earth Connection

Rainforest Jasper is actually a form of Rhyolite that gets its name from the gorgeous greens and brown patterns that look like a jungle canopy. A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Rainforest Jasper: "I am gently grounded as I listen to the whispers of the earth and connect to the energy of my crystals."   Common Healing Properties of Rainforest Jasper: * Promotes a connection with nature * Enhances a “green thumb” and expands your knowledge of the plant kingdom (especially of herbalism) * Instills respect for all living things * Connects you with Gaia (the Earth Mother) * Stimulates creativity * Enhances love and trust in a relationship Colors: Mottled spots of clear, brown, gold, and orange on a base of olive green Zodiac Signs: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn, Pisces Elements: Earth Companion Flowers: Trillium Companion Essential Oil: Oregano Companion Stone: Orange Aventurine Common Origins: Australia Notes: Also known as Rainforest Rhyolite or as Rainforest Rhyolite Jasper. Wanna’ Get Science-y? Click Here to get more information about this crystal!   More Information About Jasper: Jaspers are primarily quartz (silicon dioxide, or SO2) which has been broken down and reformed within the earth, often picking up traces of other minerals in the process. More complex jaspers may even include veins or small pieces of other minerals. Some jaspers are actually agates, rhyolites, or other types of stones. In general, jaspers are associated with grounding and connection to Mother Earth. The heavily patterned ones are often also associated with creativity and mental focus. Jasper comes in a huge variety of colors and patterns, many named for plants and animals. These names not only describe the stone's appearance, they add meaning to the stone's uses as well. Leopardskin jasper is particularly associated with animal communication -- which makes a lot of sense, as leopards themselves have long been seen as messengers. Dalmatian jasper's associations extend to its properties; it's fun, loyal, and cheers you up when you need a friend. As you might guess, elephant skin jasper ties in with memory and wisdom. Across many cultures and times, we've come to see and make use of many connections between plant, animal, and mineral kingdoms. If this crystal shows up for you, it's a reminder to clear your space - you'll feel much better after you've removed any unwanted energies, people, or beliefs from your physical and mental space. It also reminds you to get in touch with the happiness of your inner child - to bask in the joy and light of the sun.   Pin it!