Crystal system: Monoclinic.
Cell salt: Basic copper carbonate.
Colour: Emerald green, grass green and dark green.
Energy: Magnetic.
Element: Earth and water.
Planet/sign: Venus-Neptune/Pisces.
Uses: Malachite may induce feelings of sympathy and compassion for others. If worn consistently, it will restore vitality and life to a melancholy disposition.
We benefit from the soothing sensations of maternal warmth and love emanating from Malachite crystal. However, Malachite has a tendency to absorb negativity when used for healing purposes. Therefore, it must be thoroughly cleared and recharged after each use, or else, it will fade and eventually begin to crack from retaining poisons and disease. The earth clearing method, outlined in chapter 7, is best suited for Malachite as this stone regains strength and re-establishes equilibrium in the moist, fertile loam of Mother Earth.