Herbal Directory

History

Healing in Anglo-Saxon England At the edge of the village, the wise woman collects her… View

History

The Origins of Ayurveda Ayurveda, meaning “the science of life,” is one of the world’s… View

Herb Profiles

Laurus nobilis L.

Key identifying features Bay is an evergreen tree or shrub, often seen as a clipped… View

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Arctostaphylos uva-ursi (L.) Spreng.

Key identifying features Bearberry is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that forms dense mats across heathland,… View

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Xanthium strumarium L.

Key identifying features Cocklebur is a coarse annual plant growing up to 1.5 metres tall…. View

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Symphytum spp.

Key identifying features Comfrey is a robust herbaceous perennial with large, hairy, heart-shaped leaves and… View

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Echinacea purpurea, Echinacea angustifolia, and Echinacea pallida are the main species used in herbal practice.

Key identifying features Echinacea is a striking perennial that can reach up to one metre… View

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Sambucus nigra L.

Key identifying features Elder is a shrub-like tree with crooked, brittle branches and rough bark…. View

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Inula helenium L.

Key identifying features Elecampane is a tall, stately perennial herb that can reach up to… View