Butchers Broom - Organic Botanical Name: Ruscus aculeatu Origin: Albania Sold in 1 ounce bags. Ruscus aculeatus is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with prickly leaves. Native to the Mediterranean, northern Africa, and the Middle East, Butcher’s Broom derives its name from its historical use as a bundle to sweep and clean butcher’s blocks. However, its beneficial properties extend beyond that of a broom and into traditional European herbal practices. Butcher's Broom Root is typically steeped as tea or extracted. Butcher’s Broom is a member of the lily (Liliaceae) family and also goes by the common name of box holly. Typical preparation of dried root includes tea or extract. To make a tea from chopped root, place 1 teaspoon of the herb in a cup of boiling water and steep in a closed teapot for 10 minutes. The teapot should not be heated. Strain before drinking. Some believe that Butcher's Broom can be used for protection. 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.
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Calendula Flowers - Organic Botanical Name: Calendula officinalis Origin: Egypt Sold in 1/2 ounce bags Calendula officinalis is an annual herb bearing an edible orange or yellow daisy-like flower. Naturalized throughout most of the world, Calendula Flower is a cheerful ornamental plant employed by many herbalists for its beneficial properties. Calendula Flowers can be infused in oils and incorporated into lotions, creams, and balms. They brighten herbal tea blends and make a tasty calendula tea infusion. Some believe that Calendula is useful for psychics and protection. PrecautionsPersons with allergies to other members of the Asteraceae family (such as feverfew, chamomile, or Echinacea species) should exercise caution with calendula, as allergic cross-reactivity to Asteraceae plants is common. 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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Chaga Cacao Chai - Organic - Caffeine-free IngredientsOrganic cacao nibs roasted, organic red rooibos, organic cassia cinnamon chips, organic ginger, organic chaga mushrooms, organic cardamom hulled, and organic cloves whole. Sold in 1 ounce bags Enjoy the healthful benefits of chaga in this unique brew. We’ve taken traditional chai spices and added roasted cacao nibs and chaga mushrooms to bring you this warm, earthy tasting treat. A little cream and sugar bring out the chocolate notes, or enjoy a plain cup for a spicy warm up any time of day. May contain caffeine from the cacao nibs. Aroma and FlavorWarm and earthy with chocolatey overtones and a spicy finish. Brew instructionsAdd 1 tablespoon of tea to a cloth tea bag or strainer and place in your favorite mug. Pour 8 ounces of boiling water over the tea and allow to steep for 3-5 minutes or until your desired strength is reached. Kosher 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.
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Chaga Mushroom - Organic Botanical Name: Inonotus obliquus Origin: Canada Sold in 1 oz bags The antioxidant activity of polysaccharides (beta-glucans) contained in Chaga help maintain cell integrity and fight free radicals. Chaga is used in traditional Russian Folk Medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine to support gastrointestinal health, and as a tonic to support overall health. Chaga supports immune health to help you stay feeling your best and supports the body’s immune defenses to stay feeling healthy.* Chaga is typically and historically ingested as a tea, but it also has been made into a tincture, and less commonly into powder that is then used as a tea. There have been reports of it being the base for liqueurs and as a substitute for hops in beer. If you are using the cut Chaga for the purpose of making a tea, you can re-brew your material a second time without loss to flavor or potency. Our Chaga includes the entire sclerotia. 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.
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Chamomile - Organic Botanical Name: Matricaria recutita Origin: Croatia/Bulgaria Sold in 1 oz bags. Chamomile is a gentle herb known throughout most of the world which has been used continually for many centuries. It is often ingested as a tea for calming purposes and to soothe the digestive tract and is mild enough to be administered to babies. Chamomile is soothing to the skin and is often found in lotions and hair products. Some people believe that Chamomile can be used for abundance. PrecautionsPersons with allergies to other members of the Asteraceae family should exercise caution with chamomile. The infusion should not be used near the eyes. 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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Cinnamon Stick - Organic Botanical Name: Cinnamomum verum Origin: Sri Lanka Sold in 1/2 oz bags Throughout history, Cinnamon has had vast cultural significance. It was highly prized by many ancient cultures as a gift to monarchs and deities, and it maintains a long history of traditional use within eastern and western cultures. Ceylon Cinnamon, also known as Sweet Cinnamon, is now popular around the world with its diverse range of uses from confectionaries and cordials, to perfumes and cosmetics. One of our favorite uses for Cinnamomum verum is in cinnamon tea. Some believe that Cinnamon can be used for success, love, and protection. 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.
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Comfrey Leaf - Organic Botanical Name: Symphytum officinale Origin: BulgariaSold in 1 ounce bags Symphytum loves to grow in damp, grassy soils. It is distinguished by a scorpioid inflorescence of bell-shaped flowers, and large, angular, hairy leaves. Comfrey Leaf has a long history of use for its beneficial properties in topical preparations throughout traditional Western herbalism. Comfrey Leaf has been used since Roman times, dating back thousands of years. This herb has been utilized in folk medicine throughout Europe and North America and has been widely cultivated. Much debate surrounds the safety of comfrey due to various parts and preparations containing potentially toxic alkaloids. It is important to understand that the part used, species, and time of harvest all come in to play when determining the safety of this herb. A large body of traditional use supports its safety and efficacy if used intelligently and cautiously. Some believe you can use Comfrey Leaf for safe travels and abundance. PrecautionsNot for internal use. Do not apply to broken or abraded skin. Do not use when nursing. 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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Comfrey Root - Organic Botanical Name: Symphytum officinale Origin: Bulgaria Sold in 1 oz bags. Comfrey Root, with the Latin name of Symphytum officinale, is a perennial herb that features a long deep root, large rough leaves and bell-shaped flowers that range in color from cream to pink. The leaves of Symphytum officinale are similar in appearance to those found on the garden plant known as foxglove. For thousands of years, Comfrey Root has been highly regarded in traditional European practices for its healthful properties in topical preparations. Symphytum officinale is native to Europe and temperate Asia but is now naturalized worldwide. PrecautionsNot for internal use. Do not apply to broken or abraded skin. Do not use when nursing. 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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Couchgrass - Organic Botanical Name: Elytrigia repens Origin: Albania Sold in 1 oz bags. Many gardeners consider Couchgrass an invasive and unwelcome weed, but in fact, Couchgrass Root has long been valued as a medicinal herb. Pioneers who settled the American and Canadian west also used dried Couchgrass Root as a substitute for coffee and even grain, making a kind of bread from its flour. Taken internally as a tea and also used for baths and irrigation therapy. To make the tea, put 2 teaspoons of the cut rhizome in a cup of water, bring to a boil and let simmer for 10 minutes. Typically used with some combination of buchu, corn silk, hydrangea, uva ursi (bearberry), yarrow, and/or cranberries or cranberry juice. Can also be administered as a capsule or extract 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.
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Dandelion Root - Organic Botanical Name: Taraxacum officinale Origin: USA Sold in 1 oz bags. Dandelion is a treasured botanical with a long history of use in traditional herbal practices worldwide. This perennial herb has a sunny flower head that is composed of hundreds of tiny flowers, deeply cut leaves that form a basal rosette, and a thick taproot. Our Dandelion Root is organically cultivated in the United States. Taraxacum officinale can be decocted as Dandelion Tea, added to herbal tea blends, made into dandelion extract, or infused into body care recipes. Dandelion was traditionally used in many systems of medicine to support digestive and gastrointestinal health.* Additionally, Dandelion was traditionally used to support liver health, healthy urinary function and has mild diuretic action. 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.
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Botanical Name: Sambucus nigra Origin: Bulgaria/Croatia/Albania Sold in 1 oz bags. Elder is a perennial shrub that can be found growing along hedgerows, forest perimeters, and in gardens as an ornamental. The Elder Berry has an extensive history of use and folklore in traditional western practices. For centuries, Elderberries have been used to make preserves, wines, cordials, herbal infusions, and Elderberry Syrup. Most commonly, the flowers or Berries of Elder are employed for their healthful benefits. The dried fruits are less bitter than the fresh. Elder Berry supports immune health to help you stay feeling your best and supports the body’s immune defenses to stay feeling healthy.* Whole Elder Berries are typically prepared as teas, tinctures, syrups, wine, cordials, and even ketchup, often combined with propolis or echinacea. PrecautionsThe raw fruit contains a component sambunigrin which may cause vomiting and severe diarrhea if ingested. 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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Eucalyptus Leaf - Organic Botanical Name: Eucalyptus globulus Origin: Morocco Sold in 1 ounce bags. Eucalyptus is an evergreen tree native to Australia but naturalized to California and the Mediterranean countries. Its leathery blue-green leaves are studded with glands containing a fragrant, volatile oil. There are many species of Eucalyptus trees, but the most pleasant-smelling oil is produced by Eucalyptus globulus. Typical preparations include facial or hydro-steams, aromatherapy, and teas. Some uses may include encapsulation or extracts, however we have found these to be rare. Eucalyptus oil acts on nerve receptors in the mucosa of the nose and sinuses in a way that causes release of mucus. Eucalyptus may have healing and protection energy. 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.
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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.
*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.
