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    Violet medicinal uses: Exciting violet benefits

    March 26, 2025 - By 

    Medicinal uses and benefits of violet (Viola spp.) Violet medicinal uses and benefits – with its soft, delicate petals and sweet fragrance, violet has been cherished not just for its beauty, but for its incredible healing properties. In this article, we’ll explore violet medicinal uses and benefits, from skin care to respiratory support, and how you can incorporate violet into your herbal practice. My name’s Rosa, community herbalist at The School of Wild Medicine. If you’d like to learn with us at the School, the 30-Day Family Herbalist course is now open with a 90% early-bird discount, $79.99 now $7.99!…

  • Greater Burdock (Arctium lappa) featuring large, heart-shaped leaves with prominent veins and spiny purple flowers
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    Medicinal Uses of Burdock, Arctium lappa

    March 20, 2025 - By 

    Burdock (Arctium lappa) is used in herbal medicine for its detoxifying properties, blood purification, skin health benefits, digestive support, liver health, anti-inflammatory properties, and for hormone balancing. The entire plant is medicinally valuable, including the root, seeds, and leaves. Its deep taproot absorbs vital minerals and compounds from the soil.