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450 minerals

Wavellite

The Radiating Star of Many Paths

Mineral data

Wavellite crystal — Photo: Robert M. Lavinsky, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Chemical composition: Wavellite is a hydrated aluminum phosphate mineral with the formula Al₃(OH)₃(PO₄)₂.5H₂O, typically forming radiating, star-like spherical aggregates.
Hardness: 3.5 to 4 on the Mohs scale.
Color: Green, yellow-green, white, yellow or brown, often in radiating spheres with a glassy to pearly luster.
Specific gravity: 2.36
Refractive index: 1.520-1.561

Metaphysical data

Wavellite, whose crystals radiate like stars from a center, has been utilized in metaphysical practices to guide deep decisions, reveal new paths and gently support soul healing.

Rooting and Centering Energy

Wavellite is thought to work at the root level, helping one journey within and discover their uniqueness.
It is believed to calm anger, offering a steadier ground from which to think through important choices.

Emotional Healing

Wavellite is said to gently raise issues such as abuse and trauma to the surface, helping bring about soul healing at a patient, supported pace.
It is thought to clear cellular memory that can induce dis-ease states, a traditional way of describing the release of old emotional imprints.

Harmonizing Energy Centers

Wavellite, with its green tones, is often associated with the heart and root chakras, joining love with deep personal grounding.
Its radiating form is seen as a picture of energy flowing outward from a steady center, in all directions at once.

Zodiac Associations

Wavellite is not strongly tied to any one zodiac sign, so it may be worked with by people of all signs.
Its sense of many available paths may especially resonate with curious, adaptable signs such as Gemini and Sagittarius.

Spiritual Growth

Wavellite is believed to assist in making deeper decisions that affect quality of life, such as in love and career path.
It shows the bigger picture and inspires one to follow a true path rather than one built on old patterns, revealing several alternate paths to achieve the same goal.

Physical Healing

Wavellite is not a substitute for professional medical advice, but it is traditionally believed to support healthy blood counts and the skin, including dermatitis.
These are customary beliefs only and are meant to complement, never replace, qualified medical care.

Care and handling

Wavellite is fairly soft and brittle, and its radiating spheres can be fragile, so handle it gently and avoid knocks. Clean only with a soft, dry brush or a barely damp cloth. Avoid soaking, ultrasonic cleaners, steam and acids, which can damage it. Store it in a padded case away from harder stones.

Individual experiences with Wavellite vary, and its effects are personal. Approach it with mindful openness, and let its star-like form remind you that there is always more than one path.