Rainforest Jasper

In this post, I will go over the meaning, uses, and benefits of Rainforest Jasper. You’ll also find important info about this crystal, including ways to charge and cleanse it, the best crystals to pair with this stone, and which chakras it resonates the most with.

Despite its name, rainforest jasper isn’t strictly a jasper but instead a rhyolitic lava. A variation of green rhyolite, rainforest jasper is formed when gas bubbles get trapped in lava during the solidification process, filled with silica-rich minerals such as quartz crystals. Jasper, which is a form of quartz, may also be included within the solidified volcanic stones. Therefore, there’s still a chance that the rainforest jasper would actually contain traces of its namesake crystal.

Perhaps the reason it’s called as such is due to its mottled or speckled appearance, which can be seen on other true jaspers. Interestingly, some crystals that are called “jaspers” aren’t jaspers at all but also silicified rhyolite. An example is orbicular jasper.

The majority of rainforest jasper stones can be found in Australia, hence its other name Australian Rainforest Jasper. It’s also called rainforest rhyolite.

Because of its remarkable appearance, rainforest jasper is often made into jewelry. They’re particularly popular as necklaces, pendants, earrings, brooches, and bracelets. However, they are perhaps more abundant as cabochons and polished towers. Even though it’s relatively rare, it can be easily obtained in online stores like Etsy.

No matter what form your rainforest jasper comes in, its crystal healing abilities and metaphysical properties still remain powerful.

It’s useful as decor for your home and office as it promotes healing and replenishing one’s energy. It can also be used in meditation, which I will go over in a moment.

Rainforest Jasper Physical Benefits

Aside from its affinity with nature and the Earth, rainforest jasper is also known for its astounding healing abilities. It has many benefits to the physical body, including the following:

• Diabetes

  This stone can help regulate blood sugar, especially for those who have diabetes and hypoglycemia.

• Immune System

  It may also help boost the immune system. Rainforest jasper is known for bolstering our health, especially when it comes to fighting various illnesses from common colds to blood sugar-related diseases.

• Circulatory System

  Rainforest jasper is highly beneficial in improving blood health. It’s also known to strengthen the blood vessels.

• Detoxification

  This crystal also helps get rid of toxins. It’s particularly helpful in detoxifying organs that also regulate toxins in the body like the liver, kidney, and even the skin.

• Skin

  As such, rainforest jasper encourages healthy skin as well. It’s helpful for treating skin ailments, such as breakouts, acne, and rashes.

• Weight Loss

  It may also encourage weight loss and healthy eating. Furthermore, rainforest jasper is also known to promote enthusiasm and motivation.

• Energy

  Rainforest jasper is also known as an excellent energy booster. If you’ve been feeling under the weather recently or seem to be tired all the time for no good reason, having the refreshing energy of rainforest jasper could revitalize your spirit.

• Circadian Rhythm

  Rainforest jasper harmonizes and balances our energies, thus also helping regulate our body clock.

• Cells

  Rainforest jasper may help enhance cellular memory.

Rainforest Jasper Emotional Benefits

Rainforest jasper properties also have several benefits to the mental, emotional, and psychological well-being of an individual. Like most green stones, rainforest jasper connects powerfully with the heart chakra. Here are some of its uses:

• Depression

  This stone uplifts emotions and helps battle negativity. It brings inner tranquility while promoting calm, happiness, and enthusiasm.

• Addiction

  It helps combat harmful behaviors and addictions, like overeating and smoking. Furthermore, it also gets rid of the toxins in the body brought by substance abuse.

• Communication

  For those who are struggling with expressing their true feelings, rainforest jasper can help them overcome their fear and lack of confidence.

• Self-Confidence

  It also boosts self-confidence and self-esteem.

• Joy

  It promotes joy and happiness all around, spreading positivity and light wherever it goes. It helps you feel more connected with Earth and nature, encouraging you to see the bright side of life.

• Enthusiasm

  Rainforest jasper brings enthusiasm and hope, encouraging you to believe in your dreams and aspirations again, especially if it’s about healing the planet. It also gives you the energy to pursue your goals and finish your tasks, no matter how hard they may seem.

• Balance

  Positivity and happiness flow outwards from this stone, but it also works within. It helps bring work-life balance and restore your inner harmony.

• Self Care

  This stone helps promote self-confidence, motivation, and balance. If you’re one who wants to work on improving yourself, then rainforest jasper can help you get back on track.

Rainforest Jasper Metaphysical Properties

Perhaps more than its healing properties, rainforest jasper is famous for its ability to help in earth healing.

• Nature

  Rainforest jasper helps you connect with the wisdom of nature and Mother Gaia. It encourages and instills the will to heal nature from environmental destruction.

• Spirits

  This crystal also helps you connect with nature spirits and elemental beings who can guide you in earth healing rituals.

• Animals

  Not only does it help bring healing to humans and the planet, but it also aids animals as well. Rainforest jasper promotes a deeper connection between you and your pet, so you may be aware of their feelings and can communicate with them.

• Creativity

  Rainforest jasper also enhances creativity. It opens the imagination and helps the mind find new ideas that have a practical use.

• Knowledge

  It’s also been said that rainforest jasper helps you gain access to healing knowledge of the past, particularly when it comes to herbs and plants.

• Grounding

  This stone promotes grounding and stability.

• Weather

  This stone also helps promote harmonious humidity levels, which is helpful for those who live in places that are either too humid or too dry.

Meditating with rainforest jasper has a lot of advantages, from promoting positivity and inner peace to communicating with nature spirits. Depending on your goal, you can set your intentions at the start of every meditation session.

Rainforest jasper can be placed in a grid or held in both hands. People often place rainforest jasper in their rooms and offices to boost their connection with nature.

Rainforest Jasper Chakras

Like many green crystals, rainforest jasper has a deep connection with the Heart chakra. When meditating, you might want to focus on this chakra first to open it.

On the other hand, it’s also beneficial for the lower chakras, although its effect may not be as strong as the Heart Chakra. It’s been said that rainforest jasper connects the lower chakras, from the sacral to the Earth Star Chakra, promoting stability overall.

Rainforest jasper can also activate the solar plexus chakra.

• Heart Chakra

  Located at the center of the chest, the Heart Chakra represents our ability to love and receive it. Once unblocked, we feel more empathetic towards ourselves and others.

• Solar Plexus Chakra

  Found near the upper abdomen, the Solar Plexus Chakra controls our willpower. When this chakra is activated, we feel more confident and have a healthy self-respect.

• Earth Star Chakra

  The Earth Star chakra is located twelve inches below the feet, and serves as our link to the greater energies of the Earth. Activating this chakra helps us feel secure, grounded, and stable.

• Root Chakra

  At the base of our spine lies the root chakra, which is the seat of our foundation and sense of identity. By opening this chakra, we become more in tune with our basic needs and well-being.

• Sacral Chakra

  Below the bellybutton sits the Sacral Chakra, home to our sexuality and creativity. Unblocking this chakra will help us become more receptive to joy and pleasure.

Rainforest jasper works well with other crystals, particularly those that boost its own inherent qualities, such as green stones. Here are some examples of the best crystals to pair with rainforest jasper:

1. 

   Tourmaline

   Most tourmaline crystals can be paired with rainforest jasper, particularly brown, black and green tourmaline. Brown tourmaline promotes grounding, then black tourmaline enhances protection, while green tourmaline attracts luck, positive energy, and joy.

2. 

   Thulite

   Thulite is a fantastic crystal that promotes healing and positivity. It’s also known as a highly uplifting stone.

3. 

   Moss Agate

   Moss Agate is a stone of abundance, but it’s also useful for predicting weather patterns.

4. 

   Kunzite

   Kunzite encourages positive thinking, patience, and self-confidence.

5. 

   Muscovite

   Muscovite promotes grounding, healing, and protection. It also helps you gain wisdom and insight.

Crystals need cleansing and charging regularly, especially if they just arrived at your doorsteps or you use them regularly. This is especially true for healing crystals like rainforest jasper. Thankfully, rainforest jasper isn’t so delicate that it warrants extra care when cleansing. Still, avoid harsh chemicals and hard materials. Don’t also expose it to direct sunlight or soak it in water for long periods of time.

Other than those basic precautions, rainforest jasper can benefit from cleansing and charging using the following methods:

• Ground

  Returning your crystals to the earth can refill them with energy, renewing them. Dig a hole in the earth and place a plate in the soil. Cover the plate slightly, then place the stones on top. Bury the stones and mark the place on the surface where you know where to dig. A week later, carefully remove the topsoil and remove the stones. If you reach the plate, you know you have gone too far and you may have dug up the stone.

• Sun

  While the sun can charge your stones very quickly, you will want to remove the stone from the sun after an hour or two as the sun could discolor your crystals (even those that are sun-safe). You can set your stone outside or on a windowsill to absorb the powerful energy from the heavens. The time you need to charge your crystals will vary, but they can often be ready in just a few minutes.

• Moon Water

  will charge and cleanse your stone in a different way, increasing its power. It is always important to ensure that your stone is not water-soluble when using water for cleansing.

• Soapy Water

  Some stones can be cleaned in soapy water. When cleaning them, ensure that you use a gentle soap and carefully remove any dust or debris from the stone. After the stone is clean, rinse off the stone with lukewarm water and pat the stone down with a soft cloth.

• Crystal Charger

  There are many tools that can help charge your crystals. Whether you use a pyramid, large selenite plates or bowls, or grids, you can enhance the powers of your stones as you charge them. As with other methods, you should set an intention when placing your stones on a crystal charger.

• Breath

  Some crystals can be cleansed with your breath. All you need to do is hold the stone in your hand (the dominant hand is best), close your eyes and focus on your intention to clean the stone. Take a deep breath and fill your air with the intention. Blow out the air in short spurts over the crystal to remove any negative energy. You will typically need to do this for 30-60 seconds per stone.

• Sound

  If you have large stones or a number of crystals, using sound may allow you to charge all of them at once. You can use Tibetan bells, a singing bowl, or tuning forks to create a vibrational tone that will fill the stone and renew them again. Play the sound for about 10 minutes to charge your crystals.

• Smudging

  Smudging your stones will immediately remove negative energies, so it is important to open a window for them to leave if you are cleansing your crystals indoors. Simply light either used bundled or loose sage with a match then blow out the flame to produce smoke. Wave the stone through the smoke for 30 to 60 seconds to clear bad vibrations. Ensure you use a fire-safe bowl or plate for safety.

• Visualization

  Visualization is a safe and powerful way of charging any of your crystals. Take time to center your energy and ground yourself, then pick up the sone in your hands. Focus on filling your hands with a radiant light through visualization for a minute or two. Focus on removing the negativity from the stone, allowing it to be cleansed and recharged with purpose. You should be able to feel the energy within the stone shift into positivity.

• Salt

  Salt is known for its ability to remove negative energies. To use it to cleanse your own crystals, fill a jar or bowl with sea salt. Place your stones on top of the salt, then cover the bowl with a cloth. Allow the crystals to sit in the jar for a day or two to cleanse the crystals, then carefully remove them. Use a soft cloth or brush to remove any dust. Dispose of the salt.

Conclusion

Rainforest jasper is a charming and powerful crystal that can be used to aid in healing Mother Earth. Its healing energies benefit everyone, making it not only effective for personal healing but for bringing back balance to the natural world.