Kelp Granules Atlantic - Organic Botanical Name: Dried Kelp: Ascophyllum nodosu Origin: Canada Sold in 1 oz bags. Kelp is an underwater plant with a majestic form, deep green color and a high nutritional yield. Commonly referred to as "seaweed" this botanical beauty is not from the common "seaweed" but rather a different classification of plant entirely. Care and importance should be taken when consuming kelp and one should know its origin. Many of the world's oceans are suffering from pollution, so it is best to use a Kelp product from clean, pristine and protected ocean. Hawaii, Iceland, Canada, and the North West United States are all choice locations for quality Kelp products. Kelp is a great source of nutrients and can be added easily to any diet from both the digitata and nodosum varieties. Kelp is believed to enhance good luck and abundance. PrecautionsSeaweeds contain naturally high levels of iodine. This product is harvested from the sea. Consumption of this product may cause a serious or life-threatening reaction in persons with allergies to fish or shellfish. We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For educational purposes only.
$3.50
Lady's Mantle Herb - Organic Botanical Name: Alchemilla vulgaris Origin: Albania Sold in 1 oz bags. The herb known as Lady's Mantle is also called Alchemilla vulgaris. Lady's Mantle is a perennial herb found throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. Lady's Mantle, was given the name due to its very shapely and pleated leaves which appear comparable to a woman's cloak of medieval times. This member of the rose family has a long history in traditional European herbalism for its beneficial uses. Folklore concerning Lady's Mantle seems to focus on the dew that is gathered on the leaves at the center of its furrowed leaves, which is said to be a key ingredient in several alchemical formulas. Lady's Mantle is generally steeped as tea and blended into botanical infusions. PrecautionsNo known precautions. We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For educational purposes only.
$3.50
Lavender Flowers - Organic Botanical Name: Lavandula angustifolia Origin: France/Bulgaria Sold in 1 ounce bags Lavender Flowers, or Lavandula angustifolia, are a beautiful herb that hold a multitude of culinary, cosmetic and medicinal uses. The aromatic properties of Lavender Flowers make it quite useful in as an extra in lotions and creams. They are used extensively in perfumes, soaps and sachets. Lavender water, made from the essential oil, is recommended in therapeutic baths for its relaxant properties. Lavender is said to help with love, purification, sleep, peace, and happiness. PrecautionsNo known precautions. We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For educational purposes only.
$4.99
Licorice Root - Organic Botanical Name: Glycyrrhiza glabra Origin: Egypt/Uzbekistan/South Africa Sold in 1 oz bags. Glycyrrhiza glabra is an herbaceous legume that is native to the Middle East, southern Europe, and India. Licorice, sometimes spelled liquorice, is a favorite ingredient to sweeten herbal tea blends and is often used as a flavoring agent in candy. Licorice root has been an important herb in Eastern and Western traditions of herbalism for thousands of years. The root can be decocted as Licorice tea and infused as Licorice extract. Licorice Root is one of the most widely used herbs worldwide and is the single most used herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine today. It was used by the Egyptians as a flavoring for a drink called Mai-sus, and large quantities were found in the tomb of King Tut for his trip into the afterlife. Pliny the Elder recommended it to clear the voice and alleviate thirst and hunger. In a recent survey of Western medical herbalists, Licorice ranked as the 10th most important herb used in clinical practice. An astonishing number of Chinese herbal formulas (over 5,000) use Licorice to sweeten teas and to "harmonize" contrasting herbs. PrecautionsNot for use in pregnancy except under the supervision of a qualified healthcare practitioner. Not for use in persons with hypertension, liver disorders, edema, severe kidney insufficiency, low blood potassium, or heart disease. We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For educational purposes only.
$3.50
Marshmallow Root - Organic Botanical Name: Althaea officinalis Origin: USA Sold in 1 oz bags. Marshmallow has been used for millennia as an edible food and for its soothing properties. Althaea officinalis is in the mucilage-heavy Malvaceae family and is an herbaceous perennial that can be found growing alongside marshes, seas, riverbanks, and other equally damp areas. Our Marshmallow Root is organically cultivated in the United States. It can be decocted or cold infused as Marshmallow Root tea. This demulcent makes a wonderful addition to herbal syrups, infusion blends, and body care creations. Just as the ancients did, we too can eat all parts of the Marshmallow. The seeds, leaves, and flowers can all be put in salad. The leaves are tasty steamed like kale or collard greens, and the root can be boiled and then fried. Some believe that Marshmallow provides protection. PrecautionsShould be taken with at least 250mL (8 oz) of liquid. Orally administered drugs should be taken 1 hour before use or several hours after, as marshmallow may slow the absorption. We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications. *This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For educational purposes only.
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Milk Thistle Seed - Organic Botanical Name: Silybum marianum Origin: Croatia/Bulgaria Sold in 1 oz bags. Silybum marianum is an annual in the Asteraceae family that grows three to seven feet tall with lettuce-like leaves and spikey, purple flowers. The plant has been used for centuries as a food and for its healthful properties. Milk Thistle Seed has a long tradition of use in western herbalism and is typically decocted as Milk Thistle tea. It can also be powdered for tinctures or encapsulated. Milk Thistle has been revered for thousands of years as an effective herb. However, early on all parts of the plant were used for a variety of purposes. The leaves were extensively utilized and often eaten as a vegetable. Milk Thistle supports the liver's natural detoxification process.* PrecautionsMilk thistle may cause an allergic reaction in people who are sensitive to the Asteraceae (Ragweed) plant family. We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications. *This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For educational purposes only.
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Mugwort - Organic Botanical Name: Artemisia vulgaris Origin: USA Sold in 1 oz bags. Mugwort or Artemisia vulgaris, has a long and rich history of use in medicine as an herbal remedy. Mugwort Herb is a great source of vitamin C, calcium and zinc. Mugwort is found in North America, Asia and Europe, including Great Britain. This hardy plant can grow to a height of six feet with stout stems, a light purple in color. In North America the Mugwort Herb plant is mistaken to be a weed, since it is very hard to get rid of. However in Europe and Asia, the reputation of the Artemisia vulgaris is much better because of its long history of medicinal use. Many believe that if Mugwort is used as a tea before bed, or even just sprinkled around your pillow, a person may have lucid dreams that night. PrecautionsNot for use in pregnancy except under the supervision of a qualified healthcare practitioner. We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For educational purposes only.
$6.50
Muira Puama Bark - Organic Botanical Name: Croton echioides Origin: Brazil Sold in 1 oz bags. Muira Puama is energetically warming and has a reputation for its relaxing qualities and as a tonic herb to help support the functioning of the reproductive system. Muira Puama Bark is typically prepared as a tincture. It can also be decocted as Muira Puama tea or applied topically. Muira Puama is an understory tree in the Amazonian rain forest. Growing 15 feet (5 meters) high, it bears white flowers with an intense scent of jasmine. The bark and root are employed in the traditional herbal practices of the jungle. Take the tincture with a small amount of warm water to which you have added a little lemon juice. This assists absorption of the beneficial tannins. Another convenient form is a capsule. PrecautionsNo known precautions. We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications. *This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For educational purposes only.
$3.99
Mullein Leaf - Organic Botanical Name: Verbascum thapsus Origin: Chili Sold in 1 oz bags. Mullein Leaf, or scientifically referred to as Verbascum Thapsus, is a wildflower native to much of Europe and Asia which can grow almost anywhere. Because of its thick, soft leaves, it is also called Grandmother's Flannel and Our Lady's Flannel. Mullein herb can be macerated into Mullein extract, brewed as Mullein Leaf tea, or made into syrup. The silvery green leaves and bright yellow flowers of Mullein have been utilized for thousands of years in herbal traditions. This gentle herb has been used extensively in European and North American folk medicine and thus has a plethora of folk tales associated with it. Some believe Mullein provides protection and courage. PrecautionsSmall hairs on mullein leaf may cause mechanical irritation in the mouth and throat if not filtered out of extracts prior to consumption. We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For educational purposes only.
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Nettle Root - Organic Botanical Name: Urtica dioica Origin: USA/Bulgaria Sold in 1 oz bags. Urtica dioica thrives in damp climates and wet soils. Native to Europe, Nettles have extended their reach around the world. The entire plant including the leaves, seeds, stalk, and roots, have a long history of use from food to textile fibers. The roots have traditionally been used in European folk practices as an ingredient in male care blends and a tonic herb for the urinary tract. Stinging Nettle Root can be drunk alone as an infusion or combined with nettle leaf to make a holistic nettle tea. Nettle has been used worldwide for centuries in a variety of countries and cultures. It has been eaten as a wild food plant, applied topically to the skin, and drunk as an herbal tea. It was used extensively for its fibers and was woven into cloth. Nettle fibers were considered to be high quality and comparable to flax or hemp in Northern Europe. Nettle supports healthy urinary function and has mild diuretic action and helps to maintain upper respiratory health.* PrecautionsNo known precautions. We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications. *This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For educational purposes only.
$3.50
Orange Cream Oolong Tea - Organic - Caffeine IngredientsOrganic oolong tea, organic oranges, organic orange peel, organic lemons, organic calendula flowers, organic hulled cardamom, and organic vanilla flavoring. Sold in 1 ounce bags Organic orange cream oolong tea is a brilliant blend of complex flavors. Bringing together sweet vanilla and bright citrus with our full bodied oolong tea with a delicious Creamsicle®-like flavor. The addition of cardamom seeds really set this tea apart! Our delicious and robust blend pairs perfectly with a hearty Sunday brunch. The initial sweet aroma gives way to the robust flavors of citrus and cardamom. On its own this tea has quite a strong flavor, and the addition of your favorite sweetener enhances the sweeter flavors. Contains caffeine. Aroma and FlavorThe citrus fruit and cardamom are prominent flavors after brewing, and the vanilla nicely accompanied by the addition of your favorite sweetener. The scent is deliciously sweet and exhilarating. Brew InstructionsAdd 1 tablespoon of tea to a cloth tea bag or mesh basket and place in your favorite mug. Pour 8 ounces of boiling water over the tea and steep for 3-5 minutes. Experiment with the length of steep time and quantity of tea and find your ideal cup! PrecautionsPersons with allergies to other members of the Asteraceae family should exercise caution with calendula, as allergic cross-reactivity to Asteraceae plants is common. Use of meadowsweet in persons with sensitivity to aspirin or other salicylate-containing drugs is cautioned. *This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For educational purposes only.
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Orris Root - Organic Botanical Name: Iris germanica Origin: Morocco Sold in 1 oz bags. Native to the Mediterranean, Iris germanica is a rhizomatous member of the iris family with showy, dark purple flowers and sword-like leaves. Orris Root has a pleasant scent that is reminiscent of violets and has a long history of use in perfumery. Typical preparations of the fragrant roots include herbal sachets and potpourris. Additionally, Orris Root can be tinctured or used to flavor syrups. Dried Orris Root smells like violets. It is used primarily as a fixative in perfumes to enhance other aromas. Powdered Orris Root lends a pleasant scent to freshly laundered linens and to potpourri. It also can be used as a stabilizer in cosmetics. PrecautionsNo known precautions. We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For educational purposes only.
$3.99
The Raven's Cauldron's Collection of herbs sold by the ounce.
Herbs are used, around the world, in teas, tinctures, poultices, medicines, cooking, and a wealth of other things.
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