What is Magnolia oil traditionally used for in folk magic?

Its clearest and most consistent association is fidelity. In folk magic, magnolia blossoms, bark, or seed pods were placed near or beneath a bed to help keep a partnership faithful and secure, and that use is documented specifically enough that it functions as magnolia's defining folk-magic reputation rather than a general love association. Secondary uses include petals worked into bathwater for honor and recognition, seed pods hung at a doorway as a boundary charm, and a broader tie to slow, steady abundance.

What planet and element is Magnolia associated with?

Sources agree magnolia falls under the earth element, but they split on planetary rulership. Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magickal Herbs assigns it to Venus, while The Herbal Alchemist's Handbook assigns it to Jupiter. Either way, the broader character attributed to magnolia stays consistent: grounded, steady, and patient rather than fast-acting, which lines up well with its reputation for maintaining commitment rather than sparking new attraction.

How is this different from a love-drawing oil?

Most love-drawing oils are built around attracting new attention or romance. Magnolia's tradition is oriented the opposite way, toward maintaining and protecting a bond that already exists. It's the oil folk tradition reaches for to keep a partner faithful and a relationship steady, not the one used to spark a new connection. If you're looking to draw love in rather than hold onto what you have, a different scent built for that purpose would fit the intention more directly.

How should I store this oil and how long does it last?

Keep it capped tightly in a cool, dark place, away from direct heat and sunlight, and give it a gentle shake before each use. Handled that way, most ritual fragrance oils hold up for several months or longer. The main thing to avoid is letting water get into the bottle, which tends to cause the oil to turn rancid or cloudy, so make sure your hands and any applicator are dry each time you use it.