What do you know about Purple Coneflower? Most people know at least a little about this plant. It's commonly known as Echinacea. But Echinacea's many uses may surprise you! This...
Baikal skullcap, Scutellaria baicalensis, is a lesser-known herb in the West. However, it is a useful nervous system and immune support herb. Read on and learn about Baikal skullcap according...
August and September bring one of my favorite events of the year for herbal happenings. It's time for the back-to-school Herbal Academy sale! You can save 30% on courses and...
Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) has a flavor profile that is bright, aromatic, and pungent. This herb makes a lovely beverage tea, but there are also traditional medicinal benefits associated with thyme...
Blue vervain (Verbena hastata) is a nervine herb native to eastern North America. It is related to European vervain (V. officinalis), which shares many of the same uses. A common...
Pleurisy root, Asclepias tuberosa, is a milkweed with a storied herbal history. It was influential in the Eclectic tradition in the United States in the late 1800s, which drew on...
Dried berries are a staple ingredient in the winter herbal cupboard. They add flavor and bountiful benefits for cold-weather wellness. These three, especially, are good to keep on hand. Learn...
Herbal tea is one of the most accessible ways to use plants to support wellness. It's easy to make and endlessly customizable. Here's my complete guide on herbal teas, including...
I recently read this gem of a book about folk herbalism, so here's my Southern Folk Medicine review! In this book, Alabama herbalist Phyllis D. Light shares her wisdom from...
Valerian is an herb with a little bit of an attitude. The dried roots are stinky, and it has an unreliable reputation among some herbalists. If you're a home herbalist...