What are the myths about the beechwood tree?

Answer 1

Beech Tree in the Victorian Language of Flowers meant - Prosperity

Ancient Romans revered the beech tree, as it was sacred to Diana. They carried the wood as a "good-luck" talisman, poured libations of wine over the trunk, and liked to lie in its shade. Others believe having beech wood in the house will prolong labour and childbirth as well as complicate a spirit's passing at death. Beech is a favourite wood for Yule logs.

The Celts saw Beech as the tree of learning, wisdom and the written word as well as a symbol of prosperity. The Celtic "lesson of the Beech" is the importance of learning and the need to study and preserve our written knowledge for the benefit of generations to come. "rooted in the knowledge of the ancients, sustained by the ideas of the present, we will continue to reach for the stars.

It is said if you carve the words of a wish in a piece of beech wood and bury it in the soil, as the wood decays the wish will come to manifestation.

Variously the beech has been associated with Ogma, Hermes, Thoth, Mercury, Odin, & Cronos.

Answer 2

Some myths about the beechwood tree include that it is associated with ancient knowledge and wisdom due to its longevity and dense wood. Another myth is that beech trees have protective properties and are believed to ward off evil spirits when planted near a home. Lastly, there is a belief that sleeping under a beech tree can bring about vivid dreams and deep insights.