Foraging Calendar: What to Forage in January
As the Holidays wind down many of us are hunting for some calm and peace as the hustle and bustle subside. We, foragers find our peace being in nature and…
As the Holidays wind down many of us are hunting for some calm and peace as the hustle and bustle subside. We, foragers find our peace being in nature and…
Common chickweed (Stellaria media) is a common mat-forming medicinal garden weed. It is one of the first weeds that sprout in spring, making it a cool-season annual plant. Chickweed seeds…
Juniper (Juniperus communis), often referred to as Juniper berry, is interestingly not a berry. It is a member of the Cupressaceae family or cypress family. Its fruit is actually its…
Mustard (Brassica alba) is a plant from the cabbage family grown for its seeds and green tops. Mustard is one of the leading spices worldwide, with its paste popularly used…
People have used herbs in medicine for thousands of years. There are many different ways that you can take herbs to reap their health benefits. Tinctures are a good way…
Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans) is an evergreen tree that produces two different exotic spices – nutmeg and mace. The pit of the nutmeg tree is a versatile spice for many sweet…
This Stinging Nettle Shampoo For Hair Growth recipe primarily uses ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen or pantry. Urtica dioica L., also known as 'Stinging nettle', is a…
Indian tobacco (Lobelia inflata) is an annual plant with a controversial reputation and a rich history. It has many homeopathic repertories and is considered one of the most valuable herbal…
It is easy to be deceived by medicinal plants…especially when one part may be edible while another is poisonous. Plants are such a wonderful gift to heal yourself holistically. Plants…
Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis) is a semi-evergreen herb of the mint family used for flavoring French liqueurs. Its pollen is used in manufacturing aromatic honey. Hyssop is also a source of…