Birch Polypore.Another medicinal power house of a mushroom that has been utilised for thousands of years! BP is very common and as the name suggests is found growing on dead or damaged Birch trees. The best way to enjoy the benefits of this medicine is to slice it up into thin strips, then dry themContinue reading “Birch Polypore”
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Hen Of The Woods
This mushroom is highly medicinal. A 2013 study found that Hen is useful in preventing and treating breast cancer. Researchers suggest that this mushroom can fight the growth and reproduction of cancerous cells. Furthermore it’s been found to be efficient in killing human cancer cells. Extracts were taken from Hen, alongside a protein that alsoContinue reading “Hen Of The Woods”
French Sorrel
French Sorrel.Looking for a leafy green to put some spring in your step? Then look no further, as the sorrels are the fuel for the job!There are many different types of sorrels. They do not all share the same leaf structure, however, they do share the same zingy, citrusy and absolutely splendid acidic sorrel taste.Continue reading “French Sorrel”
Water Mint
Water Mint!One of my favourite plants! It has such a distinctive and unique menthol taste and smell to it, that is simply divine. I’m lucky enough to have an abundance of this beauty growing in my local woods. I’ve got a love for water mint tea and have it brewing on the hob on aContinue reading “Water Mint”
Scarlet Pimpernel
Scarlet pimpernel.A gorgeous little plant that loves to brighten up wasteland. It’s been used by herbalists for centuries to heal and cure all kinds of ailments, from treating depression to fighting cancer. Even though this plant has a long history of use as medicine, there is still not enough modern research to back it upContinue reading “Scarlet Pimpernel”
Purple Loosestrife
Purple Loosestrife.What an eye catching beauty this one is with it’s vibrant purple flowers and sharp green leaves. Purple loosestrife contains astringent chemicals called tannins and salicarin. They have a drying effect. Astringent chemicals help reduce diarrhea and inflammation and Salicarin helps fight bacteria in the intestine. Purple Loosestrife is also used directly on theContinue reading “Purple Loosestrife”
Hawthorn Berries
Hawthorn Berries!You can find hawthorn supplements highly priced at your local health food store… or you can simply forage them yourself as we have a true abundance that bulk out our hedge rows.This medicinal berry has been used to treat heart disease since the 1st century. It’s still used at present day to help protectContinue reading “Hawthorn Berries”
Common Puffball
The Common Puffball!A wonderful little marshmallow like mushroom. Once you have familiarised yourself with puffballs, the common puffball is an easy identification. A key ID feature is the all white flesh inside once cut down the middle, other inedible puffballs will be filled with dark spores such as the Common Earthball. Only young specimens shouldContinue reading “Common Puffball”
Beefsteak Fungus
Beefsteak Fungus! 🥩🍄 AKA Ox-Tounge Fungus! 🐂👅🍄What an incredible specimen of mushroom we have here! This guy looks just like raw meat after being sliced open and allowing for oxidation to happen, which is when the flesh of the mushroom will come into contact with the air and bruise a deep dark red. It willContinue reading “Beefsteak Fungus”
Fleabane
Fleabane.A good vibration to add to the riddim!The whole plant has healing, appetising and anti-diarrheal properties. The crushed leaves are used for treatment of dysentery and to stimulate digestion. A herbal tea fromThe leaves, when necessary, is a great way to tap into the plants benefits of fighting against cough and bronchitis, as it hasContinue reading “Fleabane”