What is Beeswax?
From a rich vitamin A content to antioxidants, beeswax has what your skin needs to be vibrant and healthy
Eucalyptus – used by more than just Koalas
Some eucalyptus trees contain gold – no, really! The roots extract the precious metal from the soil, but because it‘s toxic for the tree, it tries to get rid of it via the leaves.
Arnica
The plants are rich in insulin, a com¬pound between sugar and starch that the plants store in their underground organs as a source of energy.
FULVIC ACID
What is Fulvic Acid? Fulvic Acid is water-soluble material that is found in humus (which is a part of soil, a bit like compost). It is a combination of several acids, which are created when organic matter decomposes. How can it help? It has been known by some [i]Scientists that for an optimized health, an…
PEPPERMINT OIL – HISTORY, FACTS AND USES
The term chamomile comes from the Greek word “chamomaela” or “ground apple” to describe its refreshing, apple-like scent.
Chamomile – if it’s good enough for Peter Rabbit it’s good enough for us.
The term chamomile comes from the Greek word “chamomaela” or “ground apple” to describe its refreshing, apple-like scent.
Aloe Vera – a plant which has history
There are approximately 250 species of aloe vera but only 4 of them are cultivated The aloe vera (or its official name – Aloe Barbadensis) looks is a succulent plant that usually grows without a stem and has thick, green fleshy leaves that can grow as high as 2 or 3 feet. Although it takes…
Why calendula is an essential plant to have in your garden
The petals are edible and can be used fresh in salads or dried and used to color cheese The calendula plant, known affectionately as marigold, pot marigold, or common marigold is an essential feature of healing and ornamental gardens, as well as a popular garden flower. Hardly any other plant is as versatile and effective,…
The benefits of using Comfrey
Originally called “knitbone” and is also known as Boneset and Bruisewort In herbal medicine, we have used the roots and leaves of Comfrey, a fast-growing, long-lived plant that forms a ‘rosette’ of lance shaped leaves (up to 30cms long) that put up a tall flowering stem up to 1.5 meters high. Comfrey leaves have many…