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Madrone Bark
The beautiful papery red bark of this iconic Northwestern tree was an important medicine for many Native peoples in the Northwest. It peels off the tree in gorgeous cinnamon-like curls making it easy and sustainable to harvest. Traditionally, a decoction made from the bark was used topically for sores and small wounds, and a tannic, at times astringent tea was used to sooth an upset stomach and to treat colds. The flavor has been described as a combination of cinnamon, mushrooms and wood smoke.

Nettle (Dried)
This amazing plant has been a foundation for good health in many societies throughout the ages. Some of the many, many health benefits include an extremely high iron and chlorophyll content. It is also very high in calcium, magnesium, silicon, sulphur, copper, chromium, zinc, cobalt, potassium and phosphorus. Nettles also contain high amounts of vitamins A, C, D, E, and K as well as riboflavin and thiamine. Nettles are very healthy for the kidneys, being useful in expelling gravel from the bladder and dissolving kidney stones. It is a powerful blood purifier that drives out toxins and metabolic wastes by stimulating the kidneys to excrete more water. It is also useful in the treatment of asthma since it helps expel phlegm from the lungs. Nettles are truly a gift, and nettle tea is one of the most useful products you can stock in your pantry.

Rosehips
Harvested from wild native Northwestern roses including Nootka, Bald Hip, Pearfruit and Woods Rose, the lovely scented rose hip and rose haw, is the pomaceous fruit of the rose plant. Typically red to orange, it can range from dark purple to black in some species. Rose hips begin to form in spring and ripen in late summer through autumn.  Rose hips contain vitamins C, D and E, essential fatty acids and antioxidant flavonoids. Particularly high in Vitamin C, with about 1700–2000 mg per 100 g in the dried product, it is one of the richest plant sources for Vitamin C. Rose hip powder is touted as a remedy for osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Elderflower
We harvest only the flowers and fruit of this fragrant tree (the leaves and bark are potentially toxic) and dry them for use in teas and naturopathic medicine. Some of the many uses of this fragrant flower include; to reduce fever, to boost the immune system, to soothe inflammation, to soothe the respiratory tract, for ear infections, to stimulate circulation, for rheumatic problems and as a treatment for constipation.   Elderflower has anti-mucus, anti-inflammatory, diaphoretic and expectorant qualities, making it a wonderful all around tea for a cold. Both the flowers and the berries contain flavonoids, which are found to possess a variety of actions, including antioxidant and immunologic properties.

Elderberry
The tiny black berries of this tree have been used medicinally for centuries, and only recently has modern science begun to back up the folk claims of its effectiveness. In a placebo-controlled, double-blind study, elderberry was shown to be effective for treating Influenza B. It may also have some activity against HIV and other common cold viruses. Resembling small clusters of grapes they were commonly used as the base for wine.

Vanilla Leaf
Vanilla leaf (Achlys triphylla) is a Northwest native, growing in woods and along streams throughout Western Washington. When dried properly, the plants are strongly aromatic and smell of vanilla. Besides serving as an excellent tent air freshener, Achlys was used by native tribes of at least southern British Columbia as an insect repellent. The dried leaves were hung in bunches in doorways to ward off flies and mosquitoes, and it's not unheard of for naturalists to rub the dried or even fresh leaves on exposed skin when hiking the Olympics or Cascades during the summer mosquito season.

Reishi / Ling Zhi
Ganoderma Lucidum (also known as Reishi or Ling Zhi mushroom) has been used in Chinese medicine for over 4000 years, making it one of the oldest medicinal mushrooms in the world. The word Ling Zhi, in Chinese, means "herb of spiritual potency" and has also been described as "mushroom of immortality." Because of its presumed health benefits and apparent absence of side-effects, it has attained a reputation in the East as the ultimate herbal substance. Lingzhi may possess anti-tumor, immunomodulatory and immunotherapeutic activities. It has also been found to lower blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar. Laboratory studies have also shown degrees of success in treating certain forms of cancer, with more research being done. We grind the dried mushrooms which then can be used in teas or in capsule form.

Strawberry Leaf
Dried wild strawberry leaf tea has many benefits and is one of the highest natural sources for vitamin C. It is an important spring tonic with a mild and fruity flavor. It is usually recommended for pregnant and nursing mothers. Some of the reputed effects of drinking this tea include relief from diarrhea, soothing an upset stomach and helping ease the pain of rheumatism and arthritis, as well as relief from menstrual cramps. Strawberry leaves are rich in vitamins and minerals plus ellagic acid, a highly touted cancer preventive.

Hops Tea
Hops have a long history in the Northwest. The aromatic and floral buds of the hop vine are dried for this tea. A huge percentage of the constituent of hops grains is a bitter resin. Hops also contain tannins, flavonoids, lupulone and humulene. Hops tea has a soothing effect and can help aid sleep as well as; help ease constipation, alleviate the pain in bladder infections, help sedate the nerves and thus may be helpful in combating insomnia and anxiety, may help build the supply of breast milk in women and when applied topically, may help relieve sores and skin injuries.


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