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    Herb of the Month: Red Root(Post)

    Native to the Eastern US, this plant has now been cultivated around the country. The plant itself is more often referred to as New Jersey tea. In the case of using it for herbal remedies, we're using

    Herb of the Month: Oregon Grape Root(Post)

    Oregon Grape root is native to North America. It is frequently used as an alternative to the endangered- and often quite expensive- Goldenseal. There is documented use of this herb by Indigenous peopl

    Herb of the Month: Myrrh(Post)

    Myrrh is best known as one of the gifts brought to the baby Jesus. People are often surprised to discover it is used in herbal preparations. This unique substance is a resin from a tree. Most often us

    Herb of the Month: Dandelion(Post)

    Love them or hate them, dandelion season is upon us. This humble yellow flower is a prize to herbalists-home gardeners remain unconvinced. They are an important first food for pollinators, especially

    Herb of the Month: Rosehips(Post)

    It seems that roses pop up everywhere in February. The petals themselves make lovely floral arrangements. Rose petals can also be added to herbal preparations and taste delightful. The rose also gives

    Herb of the Month: Wild Cherry Bark(Post)

    This time of year often brings along coughs and respiratory issues. Herbalists love wild cherry bark as a favorite remedy for these illnesses. It is harvested, dried, and then used in teas, tinctures,

    Herb of the Month: St John's Wort(Post)

    Have you ever wondered about the name of this herb? The lore behind the name is quite interesting. These beautiful yellow flowers first begin to bloom around the feast day for St John the Baptist. The

    Herb of the Month: Boneset(Post)

    Boneset, also called Thoroughwort, is commonly found in the meadows and damp grounds of North America. It has documents use by Indigenous folks throughout the continent. As the name suggests, it has b

    Herb of the Month: Cleavers(Post)

    Today we're talking about cleavers. No, not the knife found in your kitchen! Cleavers is also the name of a climbing plant. Odds are high you have seen this plant growing near you. It may even be in y

    Herb of the Month: Pau d'Arco(Post)

    Pau d'Arco is native to South America. Its benefits quickly spread around the world as word spread about this amazing herb. It's a unique herb both in the wide range of properties and flavor. Harveste

    Herb of the Month: Catnip(Post)

    When you hear the word “Catnip” the first thing to cross your mind is likely the stuff that makes cats go crazy. Ironically, this herb has the opposite effect on humans and is known to be very calming

    Herb of the Month: Garlic(Post)

    Garlic has a vast history of both herbal use and folk lore. We've all heard the stories of vampires and garlic- they happen to be based in a bit of truth. Consuming raw garlic has been traditionally f

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