“Wishing Trees” are very common throughout Ireland, England, and Scotland. They are usually individual trees upon which “folk magic”, “folk spells”, “faerie offerings”, or “prayers” are offered. Sometimes it is particular to a specific species, where the tree lives, or how it looks.
Prayers & Magic
Prayers and Magic conducted around certain Holy Wells, sacred springs, or bodies of water. Often in the guise of prayer rags, wish trees, coins, pins, or offerings to the waters.