Venelestis Visionaria is a botanical oracle deck featuring detailed illustrations of common and lesser-known psychoactive plants, entheogens and psychedelics.
Card Specifications
- Deck of 56 cards (with possibility of future expansions)
- Full color front and back, rounded corners
- Size: 62mm x 112mm
- Paper: thick card stock, matte finish
For more ideas and tips on how to use your Venelestis decks, see the Curate page.
The deck will not come with a LWB or an explanation pamphlet, it is meant to work with the readers intuition and using available herbal resources or the online entries at http://www.venelestis.com/herbal
The plants featured in this deck are:
- Banisteriopsis caapi - Ayahuasca
- Tabernanthe iboga - Iboga
- Psychotria viridis - Chacruna
- Withania somnifera - Ashwagandha
- Piper methysticum - Kava kava
- Salvia divinorum - Diviner's Sage
- Eschscholzia californica - California Poppy
- Nicotiana tabacum - Tobacco
- Centella asiatica - Gotu Kola
- Mitragyna speciosa - Kratom
- Panax ginseng - Ginseng
- Lophophora williamsii - Peyote
- Paullinia cupana - Guarana
- Camellia sinensis - Tea Plant
- Brugmansia suaveolens - Angel's Trumpet
- Cola nitida - Kola Nut
- Ilex paraguariensis - Yerba Mate
- Erythroxylum coca - Coca
- Bacopa monnieri - Brahmi
- Myristica fragrans - Nutmeg
- Sceletium tortuosum - Kanna
- Argyreia nervosa - Hawaiian Baby Woodrose
- Turnera diffusa - Damiana
- Monotropa uniflora - Ghost Pipe
- Tagetes lucida - Mexican Marigold
- Glaucium flavum - Yellow Horned Poppy
- Lobelia inflata - Indian Tobacco
- Nepeta cataria - Catnip
- Papaver rhoeas - Common Poppy
- Vitis vinifera - Grape Vine
- Solanum dulcamara - Bittersweet Nightshade
- Atropa belladonna - Deadly Nightshade
- Hippophae rhamnoides - Sea Buckthorn
- Betonica officinalis - Wood Betony
- Ephedra distachya - Ephedra
- Pilosella officinarum - Mouse-ear Hawkweed
- Scopolia carniolica - European Scopolia
- Opuntia basilaris - Beavertail Cactus
- Bassia scoparia - Burning Bush
- Elaeagnus angustifolia - Russian Olive
- Passiflora edulis - Passion Fruit
- Ginkgo biloba - Ginkgo
- Curcuma longa - Turmeric
- Cestrum nocturnum - Night-blooming Jasmine
- Corydalis solida - Fumewort
- Datura stramonium - Jimsonweed
- Hyoscyamus albus - White Henbane
- Filipendula ulmaria - Meadowsweet
- Catha edulis - Khat
- Tinctura - Tincture
- Unguentum - Ointment
- Decoctum - Decoction or tea
- Fumigatio - Fumigation or incense
- Oleum infusum - Infused Oil
- Electuarium - Electuary or infused honeys and wines
- Sacculi medicati - Medicical sachets
Venelestis Visionaria Botanical Oracle Deck • Psychoactive plants
About the Deck
Possible uses
Reconnect with nature and discover the wisdom of the plant world with the Venelestis Botanical Oracle Deck. This unique and versatile tool is designed for witches, spiritual practitioners, herbalists, natural enthusiasts, and educators alike. It is perfect for both beginners and experienced users, inviting you to explore the rich symbolism, energy, and presence of plants in your practice and daily life.
Features:
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Scientific Precision: Each card features the internationally recognized Latin name of the plant. This approach breaks language barriers and ensures universal accessibility.
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Realistic Botanical Illustrations: Inspired by traditional scientific botanical art, the images emphasize fidelity to recognizable features and typical specimens. This ensures accuracy without sacrificing artistic beauty.
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Curated Collections: Each deck contains 56 cards. These include 49 core species and 7 companions, organized alphabetically for ease of use. Themes emerge naturally as you work with or curate your deck based on personal needs.
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High-Quality Materials: The cards are printed on FSC-certified matte cardstock. Produced locally in the Czech Republic, the decks reflect a commitment to sustainability and craftsmanship.
Uses:
Whether you are engaging in divination, meditation, or education, the Venelestis Botanical Oracle offers endless possibilities:
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Learn to identify plants through lifelike illustrations.
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Deepen your understanding of magical, medicinal, and ecological properties.
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Add meaningful correspondences to your spiritual practices.
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Meditate on plant energies for personal growth and insight.
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Foster mindfulness and a connection to local nature by recognizing these species in your environment.
Flexible and Independent Use:
The deck stands alone as a tool for self-discovery and connection. No guidebooks are included, encouraging you to explore freely with your own research and resources. Free downloadable materials, including worksheets and introductory guides, are available to support your journey.
Explore, Learn, and Connect:
Venelestis Botanical Oracles are more than divination decks. They are invitations to experience the beauty and intricacy of the natural world. They foster a profound appreciation for plants and their role in our lives. Start your journey with Venelestis and see the world through a new lens.