Eschscholtzia: the california poppy that fights anxiety and insomnia

The California Poppy, a petite annual herbaceous plant, earns its name from its origin in the United States. It reproduces through seeds and thrives in various soil types. Flourishing in light, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil with a good percentage of limestone and sand, it particularly enjoys basking in full sunlight. Found predominantly along coastal areas in […]

Oregano: the plant for culinary and health use

Oregano, scientifically known as Origanum vulgare L., is a perennial herbaceous lamiaceae widely spread throughout the Mediterranean region. The stem reaches up to 50 cm in height, generally less branched, reddish with faint edges. The leaves are petiolate, with an oval blade (2-3 cm long and 1.5-2 cm wide), whole, slightly dentate. The small flowers […]

Aromatic and medicinal plants: conservation

Over the past few weeks, we’ve been talking about the various details that characterize the proper preparation of medicinal plants for household use. We started with a series of suggestions for safe and sustainable harvesting, then moved on to the main drying techniques. For this last step of our journey, we will cover the most creative aspect […]

Aromatic and medicinal plants: drying techniques

Are you drawn to the idea of making your own selection of culinary herbs, herbal teas, and medicinal plants? Then, don’t miss the first part of this guide to preserving wild plants: harvesting. If you are ready for the second phase and would like to discover our tips for drying herbs, then enjoy your reading! We […]

Aromatic and medicinal plants: harvesting

Wild harvesting: plant selection and recognition with all the tips for sustainable and safe harvesting In Italy, as well as in other countries of the Mediterranean area, it is possible to identify, without too many difficulties, several edible wild plants. The most common and widespread ones such as nettle, star flower or dandelion can be easily identified and harvested for […]

Herbal teas, infusions and decoctions: the differences and methods of preparation

Herbal teas are herbal products based on water and medicinal plants. They belong to the category of plant extracts called hydrolytes or plant extracts dried by means of  water. Until a hundred years ago, herbal teas were the main means of administering plants in order to obtain a certain healing effect. In Italy the name Tisana means […]

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