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The Monthly Wort: Echinacea (Part 1)

The Monthly Wort: Echinacea (Part 1)

You might have seen this strange, cone-shaped flower sitting delicately in a field somewhere. Wouldn’t that make a beautiful wildflower bouquet? Then, you go to pick it and realize how sharp that bulb is on top! That’s Echinacea alright, subtle and surprising. Read this month’s Monthly Wort and learn about why herbalists enjoy this flower, from root to petal.

The Monthly Wort: Stinging Nettle (Part 1)

The Monthly Wort: Stinging Nettle (Part 1)

Ouch! That hurts! What is that plant? Why, it’s nettle of course! What may look like an ordinary addition to any forest or field might just be one of the favored herbalism plants, stinging nettle! Read this blog to find out more about why that painful little plant can actually benefit your life.

The Monthly Wort: Blackthorn (Part 3)

The Monthly Wort: Blackthorn (Part 3)

Blackthorn plays a very intricate role in the magic of ancient cultures, particularly for the Celts and Irish. Find out what dark secrets this dangerous tree carries in its thorny brambles….