Wild Plants

  • Balsam Fir Trees are Good Year Round!

    Balsam Fir Trees are Good Year Round!

    We all love the smell of a real, Balsam Fir Tree, Christmas Tree! Right? Did You know that there are health benefits that go far beyond the Holidays! Read this … Balsam fir (Abies balsamea) is a popular evergreen tree known for its pleasant aroma and various health and practical benefits. Here are some…

  • Balsam Fir Tree Tea, Syrup, Oil, and Salve Recipes

    Balsam Fir Tree Tea, Syrup, Oil, and Salve Recipes

    Here are a few balsam fir recipes that make use of its needles and resin for teas, syrups, and salves. 1. Balsam Fir Tea (Vitamin C-Rich & Soothing) Ingredients: * 1 tbsp fresh or dried balsam fir needles (chopped) * 2 cups hot water * Honey or lemon (optional) Instructions: 1. Bring water to…

  • Spruce Trees offer Numerous Health Benefits

    Spruce Trees offer Numerous Health Benefits

    Spruce trees (genus Picea) offer numerous health benefits, particularly through their needles, bark, resin, and essential oils. Here are some key benefits: 1. Rich in Antioxidants 2. Respiratory Support 3. Anti-Inflammatory & Pain Relief 4. Stress Reduction & Mental Clarity 5. Skin & Wound Healing 6. Digestive Health How to Use Spruce Check out…

  • Staghorn Sumac used as a Traditional Herbal

    Staghorn Sumac used as a Traditional Herbal

    Staghorn sumac (Rhus typhina) is a plant known for its bright red fruit clusters and fuzzy branches. It has been used traditionally in herbal medicine and offers several potential health benefits: 1. Rich in Antioxidants Sumac berries are packed with polyphenols and flavonoids, which help neutralize free radicals, reducing oxidative stress and inflammation. 2.…

  • Sumac Tea and Other Uses

    Sumac Tea and Other Uses

    Staghorn sumac can be used in various ways to support lung health, clear congestion, and reduce inflammation in the respiratory system. Here are some effective remedies: 1. Sumac Tea for Lung Detox This tea helps clear mucus, reduce inflammation, and soothe irritated airways. Ingredients: • 1 tablespoon dried sumac berries (or 1-2 fresh berry…

  • Health Benefits of the Goldthread (Coptis trifolia) Plant

    Health Benefits of the Goldthread (Coptis trifolia) Plant

    Goldthread (Coptis trifolia), a small perennial herb native to North America, has been traditionally used in herbal medicine, especially by Indigenous peoples. It contains berberine, a potent alkaloid responsible for many of its medicinal properties. Here are some key health benefits: 1. Digestive Health Acts as a bitter tonic, stimulating digestion and appetite. Helps…