Oil of oregano is a natural remedy that has gained popularity in recent years due to its potential health benefits. While it is commonly used for its antimicrobial properties, some breastfee… Read More

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Lung health is of paramount importance in maintaining overall well-being. The respiratory system is susceptible to various diseases and conditions that can hinder its optimal functioning. Ho… Read More

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Summary Latin Name: Inula helenium Common Name: Elf dock, scabwort, Velvet dock, Aunee Family: Compositae Habitat: It is found growing wild throughout Europe, Asia, North America and Canada… Read More

This is a list of plants and their medicinal use. Common NameParts UsedLatin Name(s)FamilyProperties & UsesChemical Constituents AbelmoskseedsHibiscus moschatusMalvaceaenervine, perfum… Read More

This caught my eye and I had to buy it. They are called Chocolate Cherry Sunflowers fromBaker Creek Heirloom Seeds. "You enter an alternate galaxy when you step into the Chocolate… Read More

The Jammu and Kashmir Medicinal Plants Introduction Centre's  Herb Medicinal plants indiaGarden playsa central role in the education of our students. Botanical… Read More

HERBAL MATERIA MEDICA A brief outline of major medicinal plants, giving preferred media, strengths, and common dosage ranges compiled by Michael Moore. ABIES (Tsuga canadensis, Canada Balsam… Read More

I’ll be doing a series of posts on different herbs that you can use in your facial steamer. So I figured I’d do an introductory post encompassing the benefits of herbal enriched… Read More

By Ursula Basch Herbal Bear School of Botanical MedicineStarting herbs from seeds is easy, fun and can allow you to grow medicinal plants you might not ordinarily find in your local plant nu… Read More