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Tag: apothecary

  • Dandelion

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    It’s more than a common weed Often overlooked and quickly pulled from gardens, dandelion has quietly held a place in traditional wellness practices for centuries. Known scientifically as Taraxacum officinale, this bright yellow plant belongs to the Asteraceae family—the same family as daisies. Despite its humble reputation, dandelion has long been valued as a nourishing…

  • St. John’s Wort

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    It’s more than a wildflower For centuries, Saint John’s Wort has been valued for its powerful effects on emotional and physical well-being. Known scientifically as Hypericum perforatum, this bright yellow flowering plant belongs to the Hypericaceae family. Often found growing in sunny fields and along roadsides, it has earned a reputation as one of nature’s…

  • Lemon Balm

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    It is a gentle herb for relaxation and digestive support Lemon balm is a fragrant herb celebrated for its fresh citrus scent and calming nature. Known botanically as Melissa officinalis, it belongs to the mint family, Lamiaceae. For generations, lemon balm has been used as a comforting herbal remedy for relaxation, sleep support, and digestive…

  • Lavender

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    It’s more than a pleasant fragrance For centuries, lavender has been cherished for its soothing aroma and versatile wellness benefits. Known scientifically as Lavandula angustifolia, lavender belongs to the mint family, Lamiaceae. Its beautiful purple flowers are not only visually appealing but have also earned a reputation as one of nature’s most calming herbs. Edible…

  • Tinctures & Infused Oils

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    I try to use as many of the herbs on the property as possible. Often, this can look like making tinctures and infused oils. Tinctures are shelf-stable herbal preparations that I make using alcohol. Infused oils are exactly what they sound like, I soak herbs in oil, typically olive oil but you can also use…

  • Growing Wild

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    Here is a (mostly) comprehensive list of all the things that grow wild on 5 Acre Wood Homestead. While at first, much of this was growing wild, I have transplanted some of these into the garden so I can grow and harvest them more consistently.