Tag: medicinal herbs
Unravelling the Mystery of Traditional Chinese Herbs: Cornus fruit (山茱萸 Shan Zhu Yu)
As the “foundation of vitality,” the kidney is an organ of utmost importance in Chinese medicine. Traditional...
For Powerful Traditional Remedies, Know and Grow Medicinal Herbs (Q) Queen Anne’s Lace
Nodding umbels of tiny white flowers seem to float atop a tangle of feathery foliage; a delicate, spicy-sweet...
Dandelion Tea Offers Cooling and Detox Benefits — But Some Should Avoid It
Long used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), dandelion tea is celebrated for its cooling and detoxifying...
Unraveling the Mystery of Chinese Medicinal Herbs (Part 3) He Shou Wu, or “Fo-ti root”
Why is it that Asians seem to age more gracefully than others, often keeping a youthful appearance well-past...
Plantain: One of the World’s Most Useful Plants Is Probably Thriving in Your Driveway
While plantain may not be much to look at, and is usually trampled on, this common weed is worthy of...
For Powerful Traditional Remedies, Know and Grow Medicinal Herbs (K): Kumquat
Behold the kumquat: sweet, tart, adorable and growable. While it’s not exactly an herb, this little gem...
For Powerful Traditional Remedies, Know and Grow Medicinal Herbs (E) Echinacea
Echinacea, or purple coneflower, is well known for its immune-boosting abilities. After gaining popularity...
Buchu: the Ancient ‘Miracle Herb’ of South Africa
South Africa's "miracle herb,” Agathosma Betulina, or Buchu, is a natural plant resource. Sometimes referred...