The Herbalist's Journal

More Than a Pickle: The Soothing Power of Dill (Anethum graveolens)

Dill isn't just for pickles! On this episode of The Herbalist’s Journal, we unlock the 5,000-year medicinal history of Anethum graveolens. From ancient Egyptian papyri to

Black Raspberry (Rubus occidentalis): The Wild Anti-Cancer Bramble

Step into the summer brambles on The Herbalist’s Journal as we explore the deep medicinal power of the native Black Raspberry (Rubus occidentalis). Far more than a delici

The Paradox of Golden Ragwort

In this episode of The Herbalist’s Journal, we untangle the complex history and chemistry of Golden Ragwort (Packera aurea). Known historically as "Life Root" or "Squaw W

Sweet Fern — The Dry Ground Healer

In this episode of The Herbalist’s Journal, Celine explores Sweet Fern (Comptonia peregrina), a resilient shrub of sandy soils and open woodlands. Known for its aromatic

Blue Vervain — The Tension Reliever

In this episode of The Herbalist’s Journal, Celine explores Blue Vervain (Verbena hastata), a plant of edges, waterways, and quiet release. Long used to support the nervo

Black Walnut — Medicine in the Shadow

In this episode of The Herbalist’s Journal, Celine explores Black Walnut (Juglans nigra), a powerful forest tree known for its deep medicinal history and unmistakable pre

Sarsaparilla — The Woodland Tonic Root

In this episode of The Herbalist’s Journal, Celine explores Sarsaparilla (Aralia nudicaulis), a modest woodland plant whose roots have supported Indigenous medicine and e

Golden Alexanders — Sunshine on the Forest Edge

In this episode of The Herbalist’s Journal, Celine explores Golden Alexanders (Zizia aurea), a bright yellow perennial that thrives at forest edges and meadows. Celebrate

Solomon’s Plume — The Gentle Forest Tonic

In this episode of The Herbalist’s Journal, Celine explores Solomon’s Plume (Maianthemum racemosum), a delicate woodland plant whose arching plumes and red berries mark t

Wild Blueberry— The Woodland Jewel

In this episode of The Herbalist’s Journal, Celine explores Wild Blueberry (Vaccinium angustifolium), a small, low-growing shrub that carpets forest edges and sunny under

American Ginseng — The Forest’s Golden Root

In this episode of The Herbalist’s Journal, Celine explores American Ginseng — the forest’s golden root. From its slow-growing, shade-loving habitat to its centuries-long

Goldenseal — The Golden Thread in the Understory

In this thoughtful and ecological dive, Celine explores Goldenseal—a quiet forest plant whose golden root has been both revered and over-harvested. From Indigenous tradit

Skullcap — A Steady Support for the Nervous System

In this episode of The Herbalist’s Journal, Celine explores Skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora), a modest woodland herb with a long history of calming and restorative uses

Anise Hyssop — Calm, Comfort, and a Cup of Tea

In this episode of The Herbalist’s Journal, Celine explores the gentle, fragrant presence of Anise Hyssop—a plant beloved by pollinators and long valued in both Indigenou

Self-Heal— Everyday First-Aid in a Plant

In this episode of The Herbalist’s Journal, Celine explores Self-heal—also known as heal-all—a small but remarkable woodland and meadow herb with a long history of use in

Violet — The Medicine of the Heart

Celine explores Violet (Viola spp.), a soft-spoken woodland plant known for emotional, lymphatic, and respiratory support. This episode highlights violet’s cultural uses,

Burdock — The Root That Cleans

Celine journeys underground with Burdock (Arctium spp.), a deep-rooted plant of long-term healing and resilience. This episode explores burdock’s role in liver and lympha

Chickweed — The Medicine of Cooling and Care

In this episode of The Herbalist’s Journal, Celine meets Chickweed (Stellaria media), a tender plant that arrives in cool seasons to soothe heat and irritation. From skin

Calendula — The Sun’s Gentle Medicine

In this episode of The Herbalist’s Journal, Celine explores Calendula (Calendula officinalis), a bright and generous plant long valued for skin healing and gentle lymphat

Mullein — The Listener of Lungs

In this episode of The Herbalist’s Journal, Celine meets Mullein (Verbascum thapsus), a tall, velvety plant of breath and boundaries. From respiratory medicine and ear oi