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We believe that the plants hold wisdom that have accumulated for generations. Inside every seed is a memory that helps the plant survive, and by taking care of the plants, we help them to remember. This keeps the Circle of Life strong. 

Learn more about our culture, nature, plants, and our day-to-day activities on our blog.

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The Plants

These are some of the plants that we take care of and use in our products always maintaining reciprocity and awareness of United Plant Savers risk lists.

Swamp Sunflower

Used to make tea to treat coughs, colds, fevers, and pulmonary issues. Crushed leaves are applied topically to sores or bites.

Balsam Tips

Used as a poultice for skin issues like burns, cuts, and wounds, and in teas or steams for respiratory symptoms like coughs and congestion

Chaga

Used to boost the immune system with  antiviral, antimicrobial, and anti-tumor properties. Chaga may also  lower blood sugar and cholesterol, improve heart and brain health, and soothe skin irritation.  

Gold Thread

This is rich in berberine content, which has antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. Used for digestive and infectious issues. Listed “At-Risk” with United Plant Savers

Lady's Mantel

Lady's mantle is used for women's health, such as regulating heavy or painful menstrual cycles and easing menopausal symptoms. It also has astringent and anti-inflammatory properties that support wound healing, reduce digestive discomfort and help with skin conditions.

Tobacco leaf

Known as the Chief of Medicine for its strong spiritual powers.

Trilium

Traditionally  used for women's health issues including childbirth and menstrual bleeding.  Listed “ Species at-risk list” with United Plant Savers.

Turle Socks

Used to treat viruses, has been used in the past for smallpox.

White Lily

Used to treat mastitis and for wound healing.

Plantain

Used for wound healing, skin irritation, and respiratory issues due to its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties. It can be applied topically as a poultice or infused oil for cuts, stings, and bites, or consumed as a tea or juice for coughs, bronchitis, and digestive problems like IBS. 

Black walnut hull is traditionally used to treat parasites.  It has a beautiful citrus aroma when harvesting and turns black really quickly, don’t be leary of the picture, it’s in the process.