Peppermint Leaf - Organic Botanical Name: Mentha x piperita Origin: USA Sold in 1 oz bags. Peppermint is a natural hybrid of spearmint and water mint. It is used for its healthful properties and has many applications in food. Peppermint Leaf is commonly steeped as a refreshing peppermint tea but is also popular in herbal tea blends and candies. Cultivation and oil production started in the US in the 1790's, and was a major export business by the mid 1800's. Some companies in Japan are said to pipe Peppermint oil into their AC system to invigorate their workers and thereby increase productivity. Some believe that Peppermint can cause mental clarity. 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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Queen Of The Meadow - Organic Botanical Name: Filipendula ulmaria Origin: Bulgaria Sold in 1 oz bags. Filipendula ulmaria is a perennial herb in the rose family. Native to Europe and western Asia, Queen of the Meadow, also known as Meadowsweet, is now naturalized throughout North America. The herb likes to grow in damp meadows and has white, closely-clustered flowers that are known for their sweet, aromatic scent. Historically, the plant was strewn on floors to give rooms a pleasant aroma. Certain cultures have taken the root of the plant and burned it, using the ashes as a salty flavoring for foods. Queen of the Meadow herb was employed in traditional European medicine and was typically used to flavor wines, meads, and vinegars. The herb can be steeped as meadowsweet tea or made into a liquid extract. PrecautionsUse in persons with sensitivity to aspirin or other salicylate-containing drugs is cautioned. 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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Raspberry Leaf- Organic Botanical Name: Rubus idaeus Origin: Albania/Croatia/Bulgaria Sold in 1 oz bags Raspberry Leaves are generally drunk as a delicious Raspberry Leaf tea, with a flavor that resembles black tea. Raspberry Leaf is also popular in herbal infusion blends for both its taste and healthful qualities. Raspberry leaves are among the most pleasant tasting of all the herbal remedies, with a taste much like black tea, without the caffeine. Raspberries were said to have been discovered by the Olympian gods themselves while searching for berries on Mount Ida. By Medieval times it had a great many uses, including the juices which were used in paintings and illuminated manuscripts. Some believe that Raspberry Leaf helps with love and protection. Precautions No 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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Red Clover Blossoms - Organic Botanical Name: Trifolium pratense Origin: Albania/Croati Sold in 1 oz bags Red Clover can be a common sight around meadows, parks, and fields during late spring. A low growing, short-lived perennial in the pea family, Trifolium pratense has three lobed leaves and dark pink, densely packed flower heads. Red Clover herb is a blend of the aerial portions of the plant, perfect for tincturing and brewing a cup of red clover tea. Druids believed that it could offer protection, while Medieval Christians believed that the three lobed leaves were associated with the trinity and the four lobed leaves as a symbol of the cross. Red Clover belongs to the pea family. 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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Rose Buds and Petals - Organic Botanical Name: Rosa centifolia Origin:Egypt/Pakistan Sold in 1 oz bags. Often invoking the heart, our Organic Rose Buds and Leaves are an alluring and delightful addition to potpourri mixes and herbal sachets. Dried Rose Petals can also be used in botanical tea blends, culinary infusions, and topical creations such as body sprays and floral baths. Roses have been used for centuries for their fragrance, folklore, and healthful properties. 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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Rosemary Leaves - Organic Botanical Name: Rosmarinus officinalis Origin: Italy/Tunisia Sold as 1 oz bags. Rosemary is an aromatic, woody perennial bearing blue flowers and needlelike leaves. Native to the Mediterranean and naturalized worldwide, Rosemary Leaf is most recognized as a culinary spice. Rosmarinus officinalis was known historically for its healthful uses and folklore, especially as a memory aid. Dried Rosemary Leaves can be macerated as Rosemary extract, infused into oils and vinegars, and incorporated into herbal tea blends. Rosemary adds a delightful flavor to cuisine all across the world. The younger leaves are preferred for a sweeter flavor, standing up well to cooking, even at high temperatures. The smell of Rosemary is piney and fresh; familiar but also distinctive. It is baked into breads and crackers, and is classically used as a rub for pork and lamb. Rosemary Leaves are often used in herbal medicine for their beneficial properties, including supporting overall cognitive 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.
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Sage Leaves - Organic Botanical Name: Salvia officinalis Origin: Albania/Turkey Sold in 1 oz bags. The common garden Sage has been known and used for culinary and herbal purposes for centuries. The low-growing evergreen shrub is popular in nearly every European cuisine and is used variously to flavor various proteins, soups, puddings, cheeses and vegetables. Its unmistakable peppery flavor makes it popular for use in stuffing and other hardier dishes. Some say that Sage can be useful to help with menopause, memory function, stomach discomfort, and has antibacterial properties. PrecautionsIf consumption exceeds use as a spice then not for use in pregnancy or breastfeeding 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.
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Scullcap - Organic Botanical Name: Scutellaria lateriflora Origin: USA Sold in 1 oz bags. Skullcap is an herbaceous perennial mint with ridged leaves and tiny flowers that can range in color from purple and blue to pink and white. The two-lobed flowers resemble the military helmets worn by early European settlers, hence the herb's name. A hardy plant, it grows 1 to 4 feet (25 cm to 1 m) high, thriving in the woods and swamplands of eastern North America. Skullcap is a comforting herb. It is used to promote emotional well-being and relaxation during times of occasional distress. 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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Tansy Herb - Organic Botanical Name: Tanacetum vulgare Origin: USA Sold in 1 oz bags. A member of the Asteraceae family, Tanacetum vulgare has serrated, fern-like leaves and bright yellow, button-shaped flowers. Native to Europe and Asia, Tansy has a long history of use in traditional European herbalism for its beneficial properties. It has even been employed as a textile dye. Tansy herb can be used in infusions and washes for topical applications. Tansy is reported to have been growing in Charlemagne’s gardens as well as those of Benedictine monks. The herb was even worn in shoes in an attempt to repel pests and was employed as a strewing herb, tossed on household floors for its scent throughout the 15th century. Dried aerial portions of Tansy should be used for topical preparations. The dried herb can be made into infusions and washes for external use. PrecautionsNot for internal use. Not 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.
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Valerian Root - Organic Botanical Name: Valeriana officinalis Origin: USA Sold in 1 oz bags. Valeriana officinalis is a member of the Caprifoliaceae family and known for its general calming effects. Valerian has pleasant, sweet smelling flowers and pungently aromatic roots. Despite the strong odor, valerian root has been used since the times of ancient Greece and in traditional European folk practices. Commonly infused as Valerian tea, the roots can also be mixed into herbal tea blends or tinctured. Valerian promotes natural relaxation and helps in coping with stress.* PrecautionsCaution is advised during the use of barbiturates, benzodiazepines, and other sedative drugs, as valerian has the potential to increase the effects of some sedatives. 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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White Willow Bark - Organic Botanical Name: Salix alba Origin: Croatia/Bulgaria Sold in 1 oz bags. Native to North America, Northern Asia, and much of Africa, the Willow is a low-growing deciduous tree bearing long, green, tapering leaves and catkins in spring. Bark is stripped from young trees in the spring. Native American healers used Willow Bark long before Columbus or the Vikings landed. The conversion of Willow Bark to aspirin began in 1828 when German chemist Felix Hoffmann isolated the active ingredient and named it salicin. In 1899, the Bayer company began manufacturing and selling a modified form of the Willow Bark chemical acetylsalicylic acid, or aspirin. This first of the modern miracle medicines has been a mainstay in the treatment of joint pain ever since. White Willow (also called bai liu pi in Traditional Chinese Medicine) is a member of the Salicaceae family. PrecautionsDo not use if allergic to aspirin or other salicylate-containing drugs. Do not administer to children or adolescents with viral infections due to the possibility of Reye's syndrome. 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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Wild Cherry Bark - Organic Botanical Name: Prunus serotina Origin: USA Sold in 1 oz bags. Native to eastern North America, Wild Cherry Bark, has small, dark fruits called cherries that are often used as food as well as making jams and liqueurs. The tree’s reddish-brown bark has traditionally been employed for its wellness-supporting properties. Wild Cherry Tree Bark was first used by indigenous populations and was later adopted into traditional folk herbalism. Wild cherry bark is typically employed in herbal syrups, wild cherry bark tea, or liquid extracts. 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.
