Medicinal Use: Willow bark acts a lot like aspirin, so it is used for pain, including headache, muscle pain, menstrual cramps, rheumatoid arthritis (RA), osteoarthritis, gout, and a disease of the spine called ankylosing spondylitis.
 
Magickal Use: Thought to bring blessings of the moon into one's life and guard against negativity and evil forces. White willow bark is commonly used in spells and rituals for healing or binding. Willow is considered a sacred wishing tree.