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Monthly Archives: May 2012
Gathering Raspberry Leaf – A Herb Under the Dominion of Venus
Today I gathered Wild Raspberry Leaf. This is widely known as a herb to take during pregnancy in order to tone the uterus and help strengthen the efficiency of contractions during labour. Rich in iron, it is excellent as a … Continue reading
Gathering Avens – A Herb of Many Talents
Today I harvested a little Avens (Geum urbanum). Also known as Herb Bennet, it grows plentifully in my garden so I don’t have to go far for it. According to herbal lore this plant is collected when the flowers are … Continue reading
Gathering Hawthorn Blossom – A Herb for the Heart
I am relieved to have been able to make a start on the gathering of Hawthorn blossom today. I use a lot of Hawthorn in my clinic so during the brief period that it is in flower I need to … Continue reading
Herb Foraging Courses – Reclaiming an Ancient Dying Art
It’s wonderful how things work out, when they are meant to. Last weekend I had a phone call, out of the blue, from someone asking if I ever offered herb foraging and identification courses. I should explain that I am … Continue reading
Ancient Ointments Thanks to the Romans
Ointment making is a good wet weather activity – as long as the herbs are air dried before you use them. You can make ointments out of all sorts of herbs , Comfrey, Calendula, Hypericum, Yarrow, Arnica – the … Continue reading
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