Motherwort in both Western and Eastern herbalism is named for its ability to treat female reproductive issues from irregular menses, to pregnancy, to menopausal upsets. The herb is also highly effective as a cardiotonic helping to regulate blood pressure, heart...

Cassia Siamea is a popular ingredient in many local Thai curry dishes. The herb is also effectively used to treat malaria, anxiety, and depression. Teas, powder, and tablets can be used to aid sleep and lower hypertension. It is a beautiful tree, full of yellow...

It's official! We are now at the very start of 2020. A new year and a new decade. To start off right I thought we would revisit the sacred Rowan tree (aka Mountain Ash), famous for its abilities to transport a person to another realm, empower psychic abilities, and...

In the west mugwort is most commonly used to treat digestive disorders and cold and flu symptoms such as fever, aching muscles, and upset stomach. In Oriental medicine, mugwort is commonly used as moxibustion, which is burned above the body and acupuncture points to...

Butterbur is an herb used in Oriental medicine and Western medicine. With a long history of several applications, including curing the plague, it is mostly used these days to help reduce the duration and intensity of migraines and seasonal allergy symptoms, such as...

Despite safety concerns, cyclamen has been used to treat nervous emotional states, digestive disorders and menstrual disorders. The leaves are edible, but the roots and flowers can be toxic causing nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Used as a nose spray the herb is...