Mineralogy
Malachite is a copper carbonate hydroxide mineral with a distinctive deep green coloration and concentric banded patterns. It often forms in botryoidal or stalactitic structures and is commonly associated with copper deposits.
 
Moh
3.5 – 4 on the Mohs scale
(Malachite is relatively soft and should be handled with care to avoid scratches or exposure to water.)
 
 
Benefits
Clears emotional blockages and promotes transformation
Protects against negative energies and electromagnetic pollution
Encourages risk-taking and inner growth
Opens the heart chakra, promoting empathy and deep emotional healing
 
Element
Wood – Associated with growth, balance, and new beginnings in the Wu Xing (五行) philosophy.