First Aicme

Beith

Birch

Luis

Rowan

Fearn

Alder

Saille

Willow

Nion

Ash

hÚath

Hawthorn

Duir

Oak

Tinne

Holly

Coll

Hazel

Ceirt

Apple

Muin

Vine/Bramble

Gort

Ivy

Straif

Blackthorn

Ruis

Elder

Ailm

Pine/Fir

Onn

Gorse (Furze)

Úr

Heather

Eadha

Aspen/Poplar

Idho

Yew

Fearn

(Fairn)

"I build the bridge and keep heart."

Aicme Group:
Beith
Element:
Water
Keywords:
bridging; endurance; protection
Season:
Late winter → spring equinox
Symbols:
shields; bridges; riverbanks
Colors:
maroon; russet; water-blue
Tree:
Alder

Meaning

Bridging, stamina, and river-tested protection. Build the crossing; commit to the passage; keep your heart steady under pressure.

Alder is the bridge-builder that bleeds red when cut—warrior-heart of the rivers. Kennings evoke reddening, steadfastness, and the courage of crossing. It binds land to water: liminal strength, protection for travelers and craftspeople.