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Native Americans called Black Cohosh "squaw root," suggesting a rich tradition of use in the maintenance of female reproductive health.

Associated with the rich deciduous forests of eastern North America, Black Cohosh is a member of the butter-cup family an has an earthy flavour. Its name is derived from an Algonquin word associated with pregnancy. Today it is widely used in domestic practice for women.

Various species of Bilberry grow throughout cooler areas of North America and eastern Europe in acidic, open areas. This hearty plant loves barren terrain and looks and tastes much like common low-bush blueberries. Bilberry is a low deciduous bush with small, bright green, shortly-stalked oval leaves with serrated edges.

Bilberry has been recognized for its medicinal effects since the 12th century when women used the berries to promote good health. The leaves of non-flowering plants are used medicinally.

Bilberry has been recognized for its medicinal effects since the 12th century, when women used the berries to promote good health. The berries were once considered a cure for scurvy because of their high vitamin content.

During World War II, British Royal Air Force pilots would have a good helping of Bilberry jam just prior to a mission to improve their night vision. It was not until nearly 20 years later that scientists began to study the possibility that Bilberry might actually have a beneficial effect on vision.

Bringing together other flavours, giving them depth, and adding richness is what Bay leaves do best. Add them to  fish dishes, meats, vegetables, soups, stews, marinades, sauces, and  even custards.

Bringing together other flavours, giving them depth, and adding richness is what Bay leaves do best. Add them to fish dishes, meats, vegetables, soups, stews, marinades, sauces, and even custards.

An important ingredient in Thai and Vietnamese cuisines, Basil is now considered essential for tomato sauce and pesto. It is known for adding flavour to various meats, soups, stews, and sauces.

An important ingredient in Thai and Vietnamese cuisines, Basil is now considered essential for tomato sauce and pesto. It is known for adding flavour to various meats, soups, stews, and sauces.

Astragalus is one of the most famous herbs used traditionally in China. The long oval leaves have a feathery appearance and the Astragalus puts forth handsome bell shaped flowers with pale yellow petals. The root, which is used in herbal preparations, has a yellowish white interior and faint sweet taste. Enjoy!

Astragalus is one of the most famous herbs used mainly in China. The long oval leaves have a feathery appearance and the Astragalus puts forth handsome bell shaped flowers with pale yellow petals. The root, which is used in herbal preparations has a yellowish white interior and a faint sweet taste.

Also known as "Indian Ginseng" and "Winter Cherry," Ashwagandha is used extensively in Indian healing systems (Ayruvedia). It grows wild along the edges of rice patties and roadsides in many areas of India and is now cultivated in some parts of the United States.

Medicinally, its effects are comparable to only a handful of the most potent herbs such as Asian Ginseng or Echinacea, but it’s gentle enough on the human system that even children can use it.

With this bulk package you can create a vast array of home remedies including tinctures, capsules, poultices, salves and, of course, herbal tea.

Also known as "Indian Ginseng" and "Winter Cherry," Ashwagandha is used extensively in Ayruvedic medicine. This powerful plant has been used since ancient times for a wide variety of conditions, but is most well known as a “vitalizer” for its restorative benefits.

It grows wild along the edges of rice paddies and roadsides in many areas of India and is now cultivated in some parts of the United States. Medicinally, its effects are comparable to only a handful of the most potent herbs, but it’s gentle enough that even children can use it

The Artichoke is one of the world's oldest vegetables, with its uses as a food and medicinal herb dating back to the 4th century B.C.The ancient Greeks and Romans considered artichokes a "noble" vegetable only to be consumed by the nobility and rich.

Artichokes are considered to be high in fiber and antioxidants. The "vegetable" we eat is the plant's flower bud, whilethe leaves are used for medicinal benefits, not their taste. Artichoke leaves have a strong and unique flavour, which is mellowed by Lemongrass in this tea blend.

Use arrowroot for thickening foods. 1 Tbsp Arrowroot = 1.5 Tbsp Wheat Flour = 2.25 Tbsp Cornstarch. Arrowroot makes clear, shimmering fruit gels and prevents ice crystals in homemade ice cream.

Star anise is essential to Chinese cuisine. It combines especially well with port and duck. Because it is very pungent, only a very small amount is required. Add a pinch to a stir-fry or a single star to soup for flavour. Also goes well in sweet dishes like jams.