Waldmaide
nature_spirit forest Transylvanian Saxon folklore single tradition · 1
The Waldmaide are the daughters of the Baschmôter. There are at least two of them, one of them called Lea. The Waldmaide are said to know the secret uses of dill seed and four-leaf clover.
When
- First attested
- 1800 CE
- Attested period
- 1800 – 1800
- Historical notes
- Attested in 19th century Transylvania.
Relationships
- co occurs with
- Lea, Baschäinjel
- child of
- Baschgrîs, Baschmôter
Mentioned by
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“The daughters of the Baschmôter are called Waldmaide ("forest maidens", sg. Waldmaid). There are at least two of them, one of them called Lea. They were sometimes caught by people, bound and taken to the village but could always escape.”
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