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Introducing... Poetic Apothecary (Post)
The discovery did not begin in a strategy session. It began with a scent. I was at a trade show when two young growers from Australia shared a small collection of botanicals they were bringing to mar ...
Natural Egg Dyeing(Post)It actually started with us saying, “Let’s do this again… but better.” Last year was our first attempt… not perfect, but enough to try again. And judgi ...
The Potential Benefits of Tulsi (aka Holy Basil): Ayurveda’s Best Kept Secret | Starwest Botanicals(Post)A Truly Divine HerbTulsi, aka holy basil, has long been revered in ancient Ayurveda and is often thought of as the goddess in plant form. It is considered to be a spiritually sacred plant that m ...
Calendula Recipes & Remedies | Starwest Botanicals(Post)Why Use Calendula?Calendula (also known as pot marigold) is a vibrant, antioxidant-rich golden orange flower in the daisy family. The dried petals of the calendula flower are often used in teas, tin ...
Marshmallow Root: A Botanical with Deep Roots in Herbal Tradition(Post)Marshmallow root, known botanically as Althaea officinalis, has little to do with the spongy confections found on campfire sticks. Instead, this ancient herb has a long, storied history in herbal tra ...
How to Use Dried vs. Fresh Herbs: A Guide | Starwest Botanicals(Post)Herbs are one of nature’s finest gifts. Whether it’s tangy dill or peppery mint, incorporating soft herbs into your cooking can level up any practical recipe. Plus, they’ve even found their way into ...
Rose Hips: A Tart Botanical with Deep Herbal Roots(Post)Bright, tangy, and often overlooked, rose hips are the fruiting bodies that form just beneath the petals of wild and cultivated rose plants. While roses draw attention for their fragrance and beauty, ...
Raspberry Leaf Tea Recipes | Starwest Botanicals(Post)One of the things I love about herbs is their uniqueness. Each plant has its own characteristics - the way it grows, the parts we use, the time of harvest, its colors, textures, and aromas. Each one ...
​The Complete Guide To Making Hibiscus Tea | Starwest Botanicals(Post)Known for both its beauty as a flower and for its health benefit, hibiscus does it all.One of the most popular uses for this plant is to make hibiscus tea. This tea, which is made with the calyx ...
Functional Beverages Meet Botanicals | Starwest Botanicals(Post)As consumers seek ingredients they perceive will help them achieve their health goals, they’re thirsty for functional beverages as a solution. According to The Food Institute, the global functional b ...
Sea Moss vs Irish Moss | Starwest Botanicals(Post)If you are on social media, you’ve probably heard of Sea Moss and that it is good for a multitude of different things. And now you may want to learn more. When you start looking it up, you come acros ...
5 Ginseng Tea Benefits | Starwest Botanicals(Post)If you’re on the hunt for a benefit-packed beverage to add to your botanical repertoire, it may be time for your treasured tea cup to meet ginseng root tea.Some people may have confused ginseng with ...