Learn all about the herbal energetics, therapeutic actions, medicinal & health benefits, safety precautions, dosages and more about herbs.
Enjoy the medicinal uses and health benefits of pearly everlasting (Anaphalis margaritacea) and learn how to identify and forage for this striking, graceful wildflower which has great use in the home apothecary. Pearly Everlasting (Anaphalis margaritacea) Herbal Energetics: cool/dry Therapeutic…
Lady’s mantle is an herbal steeped in tradition and lore, with solid scientific evidence to support its use. The health benefits of lady’s mantle apply to everything from complaints of the female reproductive system to the liver, to skincare and…
The health benefits of lavender are so profound making it a perfect addition to your home apothecary. Learn all about the medicinal uses of lavender & make yourself a restorative bath soak! This post is an excerpt from my book…
Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a highly toted medicinal herb with a broad range of therapeutic actions. Cut through the hype and learn about all the medicinal and health benefits of turmeric! Latin Name: Curcuma longa, C. aromatica, C. diffusa, C. zedoaria…
Oats are more than oatmeal – immature milky oats and oatstraw are highly medicinal! This amazing nervine herb soothes and calms frazzled nerves, inflamed, itchy skin, and digestive troubles. Oats (Avena sativa) Herbal Energetics: cool/damp Parts Used: immature milk seed (“milky…
Hops, best known for beer-making, is actually a premier herb for relaxation. Make a hops pillow sachet with other sedating herbs for a deep & restful sleep. Hops (Humulus lupulus) Energetics: cool/dry Therapeutic Actions: anodyne, antiseptic, antispasmodic, anxiolytic, astringent, diuretic,…
Kava kava is an extraordinary herb for relieving deep tension and anxiety. A simple infused massage oil with kava, lavender, and rose promotes relaxation. Kava Kava (Piper methysticum) Energetics: hot/dry Therapeutic Actions: anesthetic, antifungal, antispasmodic, anti-anxiolytic, nervine, sedative Kava is…
Arnica is the ultimate first aid herb for bruising, sprains, and strains. This salve is ideal for the accident prone and active athletes alike! Arnica (Arnica montana) Energetics: very warm/dry Therapeutic Actions: anti-hematoma, anti-inflammatory (ultimately), counter-irritant, immune-stimulant I may have…
Plantain is an herb with many uses. Make this plantain weed drawing salve to relieve all your bug bites, bee stings, slivers, and rashes. Plantain Weed (Plantago major, P. lanceolata) Energetics: cool, somewhat moist Therapeutic Actions: anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, anti-obtrusive, astringent, demulcent,…
Calendula a renowned healing herb. Create an exceptional all-purpose healing salve with calendula & honey for all your cuts, scrapes and assorted boo-boos. Calendula (Calendula officinalis) Energetics: Neutral (after reviewing a variety of sources with differing opinions of calendula energetics,…
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Devon
