Mullein (Verbascum thapsus) is a stately presence along roadsides and in the herb garden in the summer and fall. Its thick, soft leaves and yellow flowers draw attention...
Herbalist Culture
By Katherine Schlosser “I may here observe that the disease of cancer is not confined to civilized nations. It is known among our Indians. I am informed that the...
By Peggy Riccio When I think of herbs for Christmas, I always think of the Simon and Garfunkel “Scarborough Fair” song: “Are you going to Scarborough...
by Matt Millage After a brief email exchange with a colleague last fall around this same time, I set off to collect some fallen treasures from the forest floor from a...
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As the weather dives into lower temps, we enter yet another cold and flu season. It’s the time of year when the chances of “coming down with something” increase. If you...
Consider this your 201-level guide to all the various leaves, seeds, powders, and potions that get so much buzz in the wellness scene–then discover how to actually...
Sam Coffman, herbalist and Green Beret Medic, teaches herbal preparedness courses online and in-person with his wife, Suchil. I’ve taken several classes with them...
by Maryann Readal Have you heard of St. John’s bread or locust bean? These are all names for the carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua). This herbal tree is a native of...
There are more than 13 distinct species of ginseng that have been identified, including American ginseng or Panax quinquelfolius, which is native to North America...