Ruler: Moon

June 21 — July 22

Colors: Silver, White

Metal: Silver

In the body, Cancer corresponds to the breasts and wall of the chest which explains why it also corresponds with milk. It also corresponds with wombs, uteruses, reproductive organs in general, as well as the pancreas. It is associated with motherhood and cradles. Physical ailments corresponding with Cancer include coughs, indigestion, and heartburn.
From ocean tides to toilets, Cancer as a Cardinal Water sign corresponds to bodies of fresh and running water of all kinds including lakes, streams, seas, marshes, ponds, reservoirs, canals, fountains, fire hydrants, water pipes, sinks and wells. Cancer rules liquids in general and water-based activities such as as bathing, sailing, and washing.
The home is the domain of Cancer and it rules houses, apartments, trailers, short-term homes like hotels and “homes” for storing food and drink in pantries and cellars. Cancer corresponds with gardens, markets, restaurants, bars, cooking, and nutrition.

Cancer corresponds to bartenders, caregivers, fishers, gardeners, homemakers, hoteliers, nurses, politicians, real estate agents, and shopkeepers.
Precious items corresponding to cancer are selenite, black onyx, and pearls.
Cancer corresponds with food in general but especially pumpkin, squash, and cucumber.
Flora relating to Cancer include white roses, white poppies, white lilies, and water lilies. Fauna associated with Cancer include crabs, crayfish, shrimp, shellfish, and sheep.
Geographical locations it corresponds with include Holland, Scotland, Tunisia, New Zealand, and most of Africa.
Cancer corresponds with cities—especially New York City, Istanbul, Venice, Milan, and Amsterdam.
Schedule an astrology reading and find out which correspondences will be most empowering for your life.
Read my article When Cancer Was a Turtle to learn more about the history of this zodiac sign,
Read my article The Meaning of the Ankh to learn about Isis, a goddess associated with the Moon,