Opal dentrite

Dendrite opal, also called dendritic opal , is a variety of opal distinguished by the presence of dark inclusions in the shape of dendrites (from the Greek dendron , "tree"), evoking tree-like patterns, ferns or mosses. These inclusions are not plant-based: they are generally made of manganese or iron .

🔹 Main Features

  • Name : Dendrite (or dendritic) opal

  • Family : Amorphous silica

  • Chemical formula : SiO₂·nH₂O (with varying water content)

  • Crystal system : Amorphous

  • Hardness (Mohs scale): 5.5 to 6.5

  • Colors : Usually white, cream, gray, or translucent with black or brown patterns

  • Transparency : Translucent to opaque

🌿 Dendritic inclusions

The patterns are formed naturally by the infiltration of iron- or manganese-rich minerals through microscopic cracks in the stone. This results in very aesthetic designs that resemble:

  • trees

  • plants

  • leaf veins

Each stone is unique , as the patterns never appear the same twice.

💎 Origin and deposits

Dendrite opal is found in several regions around the world, including:

  • Madagascar

  • Mexico

  • Australia

  • UNITED STATES

  • India

🔮 Uses and Symbolism

  • In lithotherapy , dendrite opal is associated with:

    • personal growth

    • connection to nature

    • anchoring

    • the stimulation of mental clarity

  • It is often used in jewelry , particularly as a cabochon for rings, pendants or earrings.

  • It is prized for its natural aesthetic , between precious stone and mineral work of art.

🧼 Maintenance

Opal is a stone sensitive to heat, intense light, and chemicals. It is recommended to:

  • avoid prolonged exposure to the sun

  • do not immerse it in water for a long time

  • clean it with a soft cloth, without abrasive products

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The dendrite opal stone is a stone to which virtues are highly appreciated by magicians, shamans and other magic users. It is known to have many qualities, to provoke magical and mystical experiences. Furthermore, it is renowned for providing magic and luck to its wearer. She has the reputation of having within her the wisdom of shamans, alchemists, magicians and masters of spiritualism.

This opal is commonly called white opal with dendrites or Merlinite. This variety of white opal features manganese veins. Its name Merlinite comes from the legend of Merlin the Enchanter, sorcerer of the Round Table, because dendrite opal was his favorite stone.

The term dendrite comes from the Greek dendron meaning tree. Dendrite opal can look like it was painted by human hands. It seems to represent imaginary landscapes, bushes, trees, etc.

Dendrite opal has opening and accessibility abilities. It allows its wearer to develop their communication skills with others. It opens up to empathy and compassion. The person is sincerely interested in their interlocutor. She wants to help him and shows a lot of understanding.