The Old Herbs of the Apothecary

Arnica flowers on a rough wooden surface

Arnica ~ The Bruise Herb

Arnica is a flowering plant, most commonly Arnica montana, known for its vivid yellow blossoms. It is typically infused into oil, allowing its properties to be carried into salves and...

Arnica ~ The Bruise Herb

Arnica is a flowering plant, most commonly Arnica montana, known for its vivid yellow blossoms. It is typically infused into oil, allowing its properties to be carried into salves and...

Stinging nettle leaves tied in a bundle on a rough textured wood table

Stinging Nettle ~ The Strengthening Herb

Nettle has long been used for both internal and external support. It was taken as a tea or infusion to help strengthen and restore over time, especially where the body...

Stinging Nettle ~ The Strengthening Herb

Nettle has long been used for both internal and external support. It was taken as a tea or infusion to help strengthen and restore over time, especially where the body...

Mullein ~ The Keeper of the Lungs

Mullein ~ The Keeper of the Lungs

Mullein is a biennial plant known for its large, velvety leaves and tall flowering stalk. In its first year, it forms a low rosette of thick, soft leaves close to...

Mullein ~ The Keeper of the Lungs

Mullein is a biennial plant known for its large, velvety leaves and tall flowering stalk. In its first year, it forms a low rosette of thick, soft leaves close to...

A bundle of yarrow sitting on a rough wooden board

Yarrow ~ The Warrior’s Herb

Yarrow supports the skin in regaining control. Where there is disruption, whether from minor injury or environmental stress, it helps the skin settle and begin restoring itself in a more...

Yarrow ~ The Warrior’s Herb

Yarrow supports the skin in regaining control. Where there is disruption, whether from minor injury or environmental stress, it helps the skin settle and begin restoring itself in a more...

Freshly harvested comfrey on rustic table

Comfrey ~ The Bone-Knit Herb

Comfrey was used in more serious situations than many other herbs. It was applied to bruises, strains, and skin that had been damaged more than lightly. It was often prepared...

Comfrey ~ The Bone-Knit Herb

Comfrey was used in more serious situations than many other herbs. It was applied to bruises, strains, and skin that had been damaged more than lightly. It was often prepared...

Dandelion ~ The Persistent Healer

Dandelion ~ The Persistent Healer

From the Shelf · The Time-Honored Apothecary Dandelion has never needed an introduction. It grows where it is not invited, returns when it is removed, and settles into places where...

Dandelion ~ The Persistent Healer

From the Shelf · The Time-Honored Apothecary Dandelion has never needed an introduction. It grows where it is not invited, returns when it is removed, and settles into places where...