Herbal Remedies


Guelder rose decocted tincture 1

Nicola has recently made a Guelder rose decocted tincture.  The bark from Guelder rose (Viburnum opulus) is often refered to as ‘cramp bark’, so it’s no great surprise that it has been used in the past for muscle cramps, menstrual cramps, muscle spasms, restless leg and many other ailments. How to make guelder rose decocted tincture […]

bushcraft | herbal remedies | Kent | south east | London

Mallow

Mallow (Malva sylvestris) Mallow is a common plant in southern England and Wales and can be found along the sides of roads and railways as well as on waste ground.  As always, be careful if collecting near a road; we’ve found this plant in particular to take in exhaust fumes that you can taste in the […]

Mallow | mallow leaf tempura

Colt's Foot | herbal remedies course | Kent | south east | London

Colt’s Foot

  Colt’s Foot (Tussilago farfara) A native to the UK, Colt’s Foot is a member of the daisy family.  It is unusual in that it flowers before it produces leaves.  We often find it growing alongside tracks near to our ancient woodland camp on disturbed and waste ground, although we’ve also found it along the […]


Burdock 1

Burdock (Arctium lappa) Found along woodland rides, hedgerows, verges and waste ground, burdock has useful herbal properties.   I wrote this post a few years back that highlights the differences between dock, burdock, primrose and foxglove, so take a look to make sure that you identify the right plant. Property : Bitter Constituent : Phenolic acids, Tannin, Mucilage, Iron, Sulphur, B […]

burdock

lemon balm

Lemon Balm

Lemon Balm (Mellisa officinalis) Lemon balm is from the same family as mint (Lamiaceae) and has the typical square stem of that family.  It also has a very pleasant lemony smell, giving rise to its name.  It can be found growing in sunny spots, often preferring well drained soil.  We grow it in our garden where […]