Hi everyone! Im actually a newbie to gardening and just looking around in general. Im looking for information on medicinal herbs mainly. Anyone here with that expertise?
Hi, welcome to GardenStew from north Texas. Most herbs are medicinal in one form or another but it takes a bit of studying to learn which ones, what parts, who should or should not take which plants, what they are used for, some must never be taken internally and some have side effects similar to the manmade medicines. The aroma of some are relaxing like Lavender, some like peppermint in a glass of ice tea are refreshing. Some of us grow herbs and use them in shampoo, skin creams, teas, etc. If there are specific herbs you have questions about you can post questions in the Herb Gardening Forum and get a discussion going.
Yes, I agree with Toni's opinion. I am a naturopath as well as a keen gardener, so firstly be specific about what sort of actions you want from your plants, then research them thoroughly. Herbs can be harmful as well as benficial or at least ineffective esp if not taken within specific dosage and preparation or if wrongly prescribed. Also be aware that a lot of opinions out there, do consult reliable sources and make sure you have the right species! ie don't follow common names. But a great journey, have fun and good luck.
Hi to all! Nice welcome Thank you for that information. I have been googling alot of info lol. I believe I will make a new post. Yall have a great day!
Welcome to the Stew from wintery Norway. Do hop in and make yourself at home. I'm looking forward to stewing with you.
Greetings Hi There Welcome to the forum, I use some medicinal herbs and am interested in learning more about local ones that can be grown in our area of Northern California and the united states. It seems as if many of the most potent ones come from China and the rain forest in South America. My favorite to grow are Echinacia which is great to prevent or heal colds, it is an immune booster and very powerful. You can use it as a tea, but it is most often used as a tincture. You use the roots, flowers and leaves for your tincture. It takes at least two years before you can harvest the roots but the flowers and leaves can be harvested the first year and make a nice tincture b themselves but not as powerful. Let me know what else you would like to grow. Good luck Farmer Dave
Hope you enjoy the Stew as much as I do :-D Welcome from the Pacific NW, Washington state. Happy gardening.
