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Ruta/ Rue

An aromatic herb that grows well even in poor soil, originating in the Mediterranean region and areas around Western Asia. Ruta originates from the greek, meaning “to set free”. In ancient times, Rue was used in stew in order to prevent diseases. In Ethiopia, the leaves and seeds are traditionally ground as an addition to […]

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Juniper

An erect evergreen coniferous shrub with leave-like needles, cones that are known as juniper berries. Theses berries take about three years to become completely ripe and transition into a dark blue/black color. Berries, leaves, and needles may be used for medical purposes. Juniper may be used in tea, jam, extract, a tincture, essential oil, and

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Chamomile

A member of the Asteraceae family, Chamomile is a variety of daisy-like plants, the most abundant being German Chamomile (Marticaria Recutita) and Roman Chamomile Chamaemelum Nobile). It has been valued for thousands of years for its calming and anti-inflammatory properties. Chamomile may be used as a salve, vapor, poultice, and tea. Drinking Chamomile tea may

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Basil

Basil is a common kitchen herb that is especially popular in in Mediterranean, Indonesian, Thai, and Vietnamese cuisine.  Basil is known for both its taste and health benefits.  It can be added fresh or cooked to food, or in tincture/poultice for medicine. Basil Poultice may be applied as an antiseptic and to sooth insect bites. 

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