Mucuna
The keeper of the joy of life
Nature of the plant
Mucuna is a vigorous climbing liana from the legume family. It winds its way high into the forest canopy, its leaves are divided into three. Its large, round seeds carry a dark band and resemble an eye. In Latin America it is therefore called «ox eye». It stands for life force winding upwards and for joy that comes from the earth.
Inner attitude
Mucuna is lively and determined. It seeks its way to the light, coil by coil. Its strength is warm and playful.
The essential qualities
- lively
- powerful
- determined
- joyful
- watchful
Its seeds look out into the world like wakeful eyes.
Meaning
Mucuna calls when your joy of life has faded and you lack drive. It teaches you to wind your way towards the light again – with delight in life and with open eyes.
Voice of the plant
«Grow towards the light. Joy is a strength too.»
Encounter & working together
You meet it where lianas climb upwards and seeds lie on the ground. Hold a seed or small stone in your hand, close your eyes and ask yourself: what used to bring me joy?
Pay attention to
- where you lack drive
- what brings you joy
- where you feel drawn
Mucuna works when you are ready to enjoy life again.
Essence
I grow towards the light and rejoice in life.
