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5 Herbs Every Folk Herbalist Keeps in the Kitchen
Discover five time-honored herbs that have earned a place in kitchens and home apothecaries for generations, from chamomile and peppermint to calendula and ginger.

Milo Murrow
Jun 242 min read


A Simple Plantain Salve: A Folk Herbalist's Guide
Learn how to make a traditional plantain salve using dried plantain, raw coconut oil, and soy wax with a simple stovetop method rooted in folk herbal tradition.

Milo Murrow
Jun 173 min read


Why Summer Is the Perfect Time to Start Drinking Herbal Tea
Summer is an excellent time to begin exploring herbal teas. Learn why tea is one of the easiest ways to start learning about herbs and discover a few beginner-friendly options.

Milo Murrow
Jun 32 min read


5 Beginner Herbs Everyone Should Start With
Discover five beginner-friendly herbs commonly used in home herbalism, including peppermint, chamomile, ginger, lemon balm, and nettle.

Milo Murrow
May 192 min read


How to Make a Simple Herbal Balm at Home
Learn how to make a beginner-friendly herbal balm using peppermint, chamomile, raw coconut oil, and soy wax with a simple stovetop infusion method.

Milo Murrow
May 122 min read


Dandelion: History, Facts, and Traditional Uses
Dandelion is a widely used traditional herb valued for digestion, liver support, and its role as both a food and medicinal plant.

Milo Murrow
Mar 242 min read


Frankincense: History, Facts, and Traditional Uses
Frankincense is a traditional resin used for centuries in spiritual practices and herbal traditions, valued for its aromatic qualities and role in respiratory and skin support.

Milo Murrow
Mar 172 min read


Ginger: History, Facts, and Traditional Uses
Ginger is a warming herb long used in traditional medicine and cooking, valued for supporting digestion, easing nausea, and promoting circulation.

Milo Murrow
Mar 102 min read


Comfrey: History, Facts, and Traditional Uses
Hello Healers! Comfrey (Symphytum officinale) is one of the most well-known tissue-supporting herbs in traditional Western herbalism. Recognized for its long history of topical use, comfrey has been valued for generations as a plant associated with repair and restoration. Here is a clear, factual look at its history, botanical background, and traditional uses. A Little History Comfrey has been used in Europe since ancient times. Its genus name, Symphytum , comes from a Greek

Milo Murrow
Mar 32 min read


Slippery Elm: History, Facts, and Traditional Uses
Slippery elm is a traditional demulcent herb valued for soothing throat and digestive irritation while providing gentle nourishment during recovery.

Milo Murrow
Feb 242 min read


Stinging Nettle: History, Facts, and Traditional Uses
Stinging nettle is a nutrient-rich traditional herb valued for vitality, seasonal support, and its long-standing role as a strengthening tonic.

Milo Murrow
Feb 172 min read


Yarrow: History, Facts, and Traditional Uses
Yarrow is a classic Western herb traditionally used for circulation, digestion, and seasonal balance.

Milo Murrow
Feb 32 min read
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