by admin | Apr 15, 2026 | herbal school, herbalism, wildcrafting
I have been practicing herbalism for nearly three decades. I have walked forests, meadows, creek banks, and mountain trails in search of plants. I have knelt in the mud to greet the first hepatica of spring and sat beside wild ginger colonies in old-growth woods,...
by admin | Apr 1, 2026 | aromatherapy, herbal business, herbal school, herbalism
Peppermint: The Herb You Already Know and Are About to Love Even More Allow me to ask you something. Do you have peppermint tea in your cabinet right now? Maybe some peppermint toothpaste in your bathroom? A little tin of mints rattling around in the bottom of your...
by admin | Mar 18, 2026 | herbal school, herbalism, materia medica
Ashwagandha: The Ancient Root That Has Everything to Do With Your Modern Life Let me tell you about one of my absolute favorite herbs to teach — one that students always come back to me about months later, saying, “Demetria, you were right. This herb changed...
by admin | Mar 9, 2026 | herbal school, herbalism, materia medica
Henbit (Lamium amplexicaule) Henbit (Lamium amplexicaule) is one of those humble little weeds that most people pull without a second thought — but it has a surprisingly rich history and a solid nutritional and medicinal profile. What It Is Henbit is a member of the...
by admin | Mar 5, 2026 | herbal business, herbal school, herbalism
Student Spotlight Oyate Herbals Tammie Lowell- Student Spotlight I own two apothecaries. One is 38 Costello Avenue in Florissant, Colorado. The other is 720 North Silver Street in Lake City, Colorado. You can find us online at www.oyateherbals.com I’m a Master...
by admin | Jan 16, 2026 | herbal business, herbal school, herbalism, materia medica
Tips for Keeping Your Herbal Apothecary Organized A well-organized apothecary saves time, prevents waste, and makes your herbal practice safer. The goal is simple: you want to find what you need in seconds, know what’s fresh, and keep everything stored in a way that...
