Curious about the wood blewit mushroom? This striking lilac fungus is a favourite—but telling it apart from wood blewit look alikes can be tricky if you don’t know what to look out for. In this post, we’ll explore everything from proper wood blewit identification, wood blewit medicinal uses & wood blewit benefits, to tips for cooking wood blewits safely and delicious wood blewit recipes.
Here to learn about chaga mushrooms UK: mushroom chaga benefits, chaga tea, chaga recipes? You're in the right place! Growing mostly on birch trees in cold, northern regions, chaga doesn’t look like your typical mushroom, but don’t let appearances fool you. It’s most commonly brewed into tea, made into tinctures, or used in extracts believed to support the immune system, calm inflammation, and promote overall wellbeing. In this post, we’ll dive into how to spot chaga in the wild, explore mushroom chaga benefits, chaga tea and chaga recipes, and walk through how to harvest and prepare it responsibly.
Reishi mushrooms UK: Ever wondered why reishi mushrooms are gaining popularity in the UK? The answer lies in the impressive range of reishi benefits—from calming the nervous system to supporting immunity—that have been celebrated in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. In this post, we'll cover how to grow reishi mushrooms, where to see reishi in the wild in the UK, and how to use reishi mushrooms to enjoy reishi health benefits. There are several different types of reishi mushrooms growing in the UK, but in this post, we'll be discussing Ganoderma lucidum, which is quite rare in the British Isles.…
Ever wondered what lion’s mane benefits are all about? And why are so many people adding this strange, beautiful mushroom to their daily routine? From boosting memory and focus to supporting your gut and immune system, lion’s mane is one of those natural remedies that truly lives up to the hype. Here’s a closer look at why this unique-looking mushroom deserves a spot in your herbal toolkit.
Here to learn about maitake benefits / hen of the woods benefits? In this post, we’ll explore everything you need to know about maitake—from how to identify and forage it safely, to its medicinal powers and delicious ways to enjoy it in your kitchen. Ready to uncover the secrets of this wild mushroom king?
Looking for dryad's saddle recipes & pheasant back mushroom recipes? Learn how to ID dryad's saddle, and all the foraging tips and preparation tricks you need to know to turn this bracket mushroom into something truly tasty. We'll cover pheasant back mushroom recipes like dryad's saddle mushroom jerky, caramelised dryad's saddle, grilled dryad's saddle, umami mushroom seasoning and much more. So pack your foraging bag and your mushroom knife, and get ready to surprise your loved ones with some delicious pheasant back mushroom treats!
I’m excited to share with you the amazing world of rosemary herbal properties. We're all familiar with rosemary as a popular culinary herb. Rosemary is also famous for its scientifically proven healing properties - from boosting memory to encouraging hair growth. Let’s explore everything you need to know about rosemary — from how to grow healthy rosemary plants, to using rosemary oil to remember everything you read today! Let me know in the comments if you want to share something you love about rosemary 💚
Ready to discover lots of exciting sea buckthorn medicinal uses? Join me as we explore together the science behind sea buckthorn benefits. We’ll learn how to use sea buckthorn at home, and tips for growing sea buckthorn or foraging sea buckthorn safely. Pop some gloves on, and let’s dive in! ❤️Welcome, dear reader! Yes you, on the other side of the screen! Would you like to become a herbalist? The person your family and friends turn to when things go wrong? To create your own remedies for toothache, headaches and more, join the 30-Day Family Herbalist online course today. Lifetime…
The Forager’s Calendar by John Wright review As a family herbalist passionate about wildcrafting and foraging, I often find myself dipping into my copy of The Forager’s Calendar by John Wright. This beautifully written guide is not just a popular, award-winning foraging book – it’s a year-round companion for anyone eager to connect with nature through seasonal wild foods. A month-by-month companion, year after year Mr Wright’s approach is incredibly practical, offering detailed descriptions of plants, mushrooms, and other edibles you can find month by month. What I particularly love is the way he balances descriptive accuracy with personal anecdotes,…