Nettle, aka Urtica Dioica, is commonly known as “stinging nettle” because of its hollow hairs (trichomes) on the leaves and stem that cause a stinging sensation upon contact. Originally native to Europe, Nettles can now be found worldwide in wet environments and moist soils. Nettle Leaf can be steeped as a tea, incorporated into herbal…
Nettle, aka Urtica Dioica, thrives in damp climates and wet soils. Native to Europe, nettles have extended their reach around the world. The entire plant including the leaves, seeds, stalk, and roots, have a long history of use from food to textile fibers. Nettle Root has traditionally been used in European folk practices as an…
Nettle has been used worldwide for centuries in a variety of countries and cultures. It has been eaten as a wild food plant, applied topically to the skin, and drunk as an herbal tea.
Oat Tops, aka Avena Sativa, are the milky tops of the oat plant. Oat Tops have been consumed as a popular cereal grain for thousands of years. The young, milky Oat Tops are a favorite among herbalists for their calming and nutritive properties. Oat Tops are commonly used in tincturing. But, they can be added…
Oatstraw, aka Avena Sativa, or the common oat, is a popular cereal grain that has been consumed for thousands of years. This herb is also sought after for its nutritive and gentle calming qualities. An infusion of oatstraw tea is a favorite among herbalists. Oatstraw can also be incorporated into nourishing herbal tea blends as…
The Olive Tree, aka Olea Europaea, is a small evergreen tree and member of the Oleaceae family, which is cultivated around the globe. The olive tree has been a source of food while being revered as a symbol of peace and purity for millennia. Olive Leaf is employed in traditional herbal practices for its wellness-promoting…
Orange Peel, aka dried Citrus X Sinesis peel has been utilized in Traditional Chinese Medicine for thousands of years. Orange Peel has often been added to comprehensive, multi-herbal formulations, while also being used on its own. Dried Orange Peel has a concentrated orange flavor and is delightful in infusions, culinary dishes, and as an extract.
Oregano, aka Origanum Vulgare, is a well-known member of the mint family. Warming, aromatic, and slightly bitter, oregano is an herbaceous perennial and common garden plant. Oregano leaf is a familiar spice used in culinary dishes and can also be infused in oil or brewed as tea. This kitchen staple can also be used to…
Oregon Grape, aka Berberis Aquifolium, is known for its yellow roots, holly-like leaves, and tart, blue berries that resemble a cluster of grapes. Oregon Grape is a member of the Berberidaceae family and its roots contain the chemical constituent berberine, thought to be responsible for many of the plant’s healthful benefits. A suitable substitute for…
Orris, aka Iris germanica, is a rhizomatous member of the iris family with showy, dark purple flowers and sword-like leaves. The genus Iris is aptly named after the Greek goddess of the rainbow for its beauty and range of vivid colors. Orris Root has a pleasant scent that is reminiscent of violets and has a…
The Papaya Tree, aka Carica Papaya, is a small, branchless, tropical tree with deeply palmate leaves. This particular tree bears golden-colored, pear-shaped fruit called papaya. The papaya tree is cultivated in most tropical climates around the world. Its fruit is typically juiced or enjoyed as breakfast and the leaves eaten as a vegetable. Beyond a…
Parsley, aka Petroselinum Crispum, is native to the Mediterranean but is commonly cultivated throughout temperate climates worldwide. Parsley Leaf has been incorporated into culinary dishes for hundreds of years, combines well with most foods, and masks strong flavors such as garlic. This well-known spice has also been utilized for its beneficial properties as a tea…
Parsley, aka Petroselinum Crispum, is a biennial in the Apiaceae family, traditionally used as a culinary spice. However, Parsley Roots have been employed for hundreds of years in Ayurveda and traditional European herbalism due to their beneficial properties. Parsley Root can be decocted as a tea or tinctured.
Native to the Southern United States, Passionflower, aka Passiflora Incarnata, is now widely cultivated throughout the US and Europe. Passionflower is often utilized for its gentle calming properties. This vining plant has showy, intricate flowers, which caught the eye of Spanish missionaries who correlated the inflorescence with the Passion of the Christ, and thus gave…