All about Scolecite, the beautiful, fibrous, spiritual healing stone.
Scolecite is a beautiful stone of high vibrational energy. Potentially first discovered in 1813 by A.F. Gehlan and J.N. Fuchs, scolecite can now be found across the globe (including the U.S., Iceland, & India). It's name is derived from the Greek word "skolec," meaning "worm". This is a reference to the reaction of the mineral against a blowpipe, bending and waving from the heat.
Like other stones of high vibration, scolecite makes a great tool for higher chakra work, spiritual healing & communication, and other peaceful endeavors. It is a hydrous calcium aluminum silicate (containing calcium, aluminum, silicon, and water), and a member of the zeolite family, pairing well with natrolite and mesolite. The main identifying features of scolecite are listed in the table below.
Colors | white, colorless, off-white, pink | Streak | white / colorless |
Hardness | 5 - 5.5 | Chemical Formula | CaAl2Si3O10 · 3H2O |
Specific Gravity | 2.25 - 2.29 | Luster | vitreous / silky |
Fracture | uneven / irregular | Cleavage | perfect |
Transparency | transparent - translucent | Crystal System | monoclinic |
Crystal Habit | fibrous, prismatic needles | Other Identifying Features | pyroelectric, piezoelectric, chatoyant |
Also Known As: no alternate names for scolecite are known
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The Formation & Composition of Scolecite
Scolecite is a form of zeolite, which means it contains mostly hydrated aluminum and silicon. This particular zeolite also contains calcium. It will often grow in long, slender crystals, forming a fibrous, silky appearance.
Scolecite generally forms within the cavities of basaltic lava, but can also occur in granites and gneiss. The layers of volcanic rocks and ash will react with the alkaline ground water, causing it to crystalize. This can also happen over millions of years in shallow areas of the sea.
Silica-rich volcanic rocks often follow this progression:
Clay → quartz → mordenite–heulandite → epistilbite → stilbite → thomsonite → mesolite → scolecite → chabazite → calcite
Silica-poor volcanic rocks often follow this progression:
Cowlesite → levyne → offretite → analcime → thomsonite → mesolite → scolecite → chabazite → calcite
Healing Properties & Correspondences of Scolecite
​Zodiac | Capricorn |
Chakras | 3rd Eye, Crown |
Planets | Moon |
Elements | Air, Spirit |
Scolecite is such a tranquil, spiritual stone. It will lift you and your aura to higher vibrations, protecting you from negative thoughts and energies. It will aid in shaping your thoughts towards positivity, releasing pain and other things that do no serve you. Use scolecite to cleanse your aura, reduce stress, and bring forth a sense of peace and calm.
Scolecite is also a great dream stone. It will allow you to rest more peacefully and dream more sweetly. This stone also helps you remember your dreams, increase your ability to lucid dream, and raise your understanding of dreams and how they correlate to your real life.
The mineral scolecite will open your third eye, increasing your receptiveness to spiritual messages and communications with spiritual beings. It can be used for deeper meditations, processing divine inspirations, and opening your mind to understanding, kindness, and receptivity of others.
Finally, scolecite is a stone of love and intent. It opens your heart and mind to other beings of peace and love, and is said to amplify your intentions. It reminds you to focus on yourself and the energies of those around you. Scolecite will also enhance your expressions of love. Give it to your significant other to encourage spontaneity and establish a constant connection between hearts.
Key Words: tranquility, inner peace, awaken/strengthen 3rd eye, absorb negativity, amplifier, dream work, auric cleanser, spiritual communication, harmony
Perfect Crystal Pairs for Scolecite
Pair these stones with Scolecite for the perfect synergy:
Amethyst: enhance dreamwork & lucid dreams, connect with higher realm
Moldavite: enhance one's transformational process, spiritually uplift
Stilbite: inner peace & guidance, contacting spirit, emotional healing
Often Confused With...
Natrolite: This is another form of zeolite that looks almost identical to scolecite. Chemical and optical analysis is required to differentiate the two. Often they will also appear on different parts of the same crystal.
Common Treatments of Scolecite
Scolecite is not known to have any common enhancements or alterations
Determining the Quality of Scolecite
The overall quality of scolecite is often determined by its size, as well as the density of crystals and the level of chatoyancy.
Cleansing, Cleaning, & Cautions For Scolecite
Cleansing
Salt
Smoke
Sound
Sunlight
Moonlight
Water
Earth
Meditation
Other stones
Cleaning
Use a soft cloth or brush with luke warm water and mild soap
Be extra gentle, scolecite can be brittle!
Don't use ultrasonic cleaners
Don't try to use any acids to cleans (i.e. vinegar)
Cautions
Scolecite is generally safe to cleanse with water, but do not consume any water where scolecite has been soaking. High levels of aluminum can be potentially dangerous to consume.
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