Crystal Database

Photo: Hydrotalcite with Lizardite

Hydrotalcite

Hydrotalcite is a manganese aluminium hydrated carbonate mineral containing hydroxyl or halogen. Hydrotalcite is a secondary mineral found in serpentine forming rock.

Hydrotalcite has a high water content and resembles talc. Hydrotalcite is used to make a medicinal antacid.

Metaphysical Properties

Video: Hydrotalcite

Hydrotalcite is balances and stimulates all chakra. Hydrotalcite is grounding assisting in balancing the emotional and physical auric bodies.

Hydrotalcite instils a sense of positivety, spontaneity and creativity.

Hydrotalcite is opens a channel to the angelic realm.

Photo: Hydrotalcite with Lizardite

Crystal Healing Uses

Hydrotalcite can help treat digestive system disorders.

Hydrotalcite helps to reduce headaches.

Hydrotalcite can help alleviate muscle stiffness.

Colour:

white, colourless

Photo: Hydrotalcite with Lizardite

Class:

Carbonate

Group:

Trigonal

Formations:

foliated, massive, lamellar, platy

Localities:

USA, Europe, South Africa, Australia, Russia

Chemical Composition:

Mg₆Al₂CO₃(OH)₁₆4H₂O

Hardness:

2

Lustre:

waxy pearly, transparent

Cleavage:

perfect in one directions

Varieties:

Houghite

Disclaimer:

All crystal healing uses, magical uses and metaphysical definitions are provided as a means of education, and do not imply a guarantee of effect.  Those suffering from illness should consult with their General Practitioner in the first instance. Crystal healing is a holistic complementary healthcare practice and should be carried out by a suitably qualified crystal healing practitioner.