by Spiraea Herbs | Sep 2, 2014 | DIY Herbal, Herbal Basics, Herbalism, Materia Medica
Three years ago I planted one catnip plant in what I deemed my ‘mint’ garden box. Every single year it just gets bigger and bigger! I must not have any neighbourhood cats. Either that or they got too ‘high’ on my catnip and forgot where I lived! This year I...
by Spiraea Herbs | Mar 25, 2014 | Herbalism, Materia Medica
Sambucus Nigra (American Elderflower) While most people are familiar with the berries of the American Elder plant, I was taught about flowers in school. I can’t remember why my teacher opted to use the flower of the plant, although I’ve heard many tales from my Oma...
by Spiraea Herbs | Mar 18, 2014 | Herbalism, Materia Medica
I don’t know what this winter season was like for most of you, but for my family it was brutal. It started with a head cold – headaches and a super stuffy nose. Then the stomach flu hit as soon as I started feeling better. Although the actual symptoms only lasted 48...
by Spiraea Herbs | Sep 11, 2012 | Bach Flowers, Herbalism, Materia Medica, Natural Health, Pregnancy and Babies
Flower remedies are a powerful energetic helper for a time in your life when you may be wary of taking medications and drugs. While they do not provide the same effects that a Gravol or an epidural will, that doesn’t mean they can’t be of great benefit. Flower...
by Spiraea Herbs | Jul 3, 2012 | Digestive Health, Emotional Health, Herbalism, Materia Medica, Natural Health, Pregnancy and Babies
The topic of using herbs during pregnancy is a complicated one. There are many health practitioners that will tell you to avoid all herbs while you’re pregnant; with the possible exception of the odd herbal tea. If you or your practitioner has little to no...
by Spiraea Herbs | Oct 25, 2011 | Herbal Basics, Herbalism, Materia Medica
Venturing into the world of herbal medicine can be overwhelming and daunting, especially in the references and book department. With so many books out there it’s hard to know where to start and which ones are worth the investment. So today I’m sharing with...
