Winter is very well set in and there is snow everywhere. I go for daily strolls through the woods and thoroughly enjoyed the soothing tranquility of the forest in this seemingly inhospitable season. With trees bare and nature resting (for the most part), when one pauses during their winter nature hike, the silence can be … Continue reading “ASMR Footsteps in the Snow – Meditative Sounds, Wholly Unchoreographed”
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Greater Stitchwort (Rabelera Holostea) – Exploring the Folklore Secrets of This Medicinal Herb
Welcome to our captivating journey into the realm of the Greater Stitchwort (Rabelera Holostea), an extraordinary plant found flourishing beside a serene freshwater spring in the heart of the forest. Join me as I explore its appearance, identification, fascinating uses, medicinal properties, and the enchanting folklore beliefs it has evoked across various parts of Europe. … Continue reading “Greater Stitchwort (Rabelera Holostea) – Exploring the Folklore Secrets of This Medicinal Herb”
From Toxic to Medicinal: Discovering the Diversity of Springtime Plants
As the winter’s icy grip loosens its hold, a remarkable transformation takes place in the natural world. Delicate shoots emerge from the thawing ground, revealing a stunning array of plants that bring life and vibrancy to the awakening landscape. Welcome to “Spring’s Awakening,” a captivating video journey that delves into the enchanting world of plants … Continue reading “From Toxic to Medicinal: Discovering the Diversity of Springtime Plants”
Harvesting Young Stinging Nettle in Early Spring: A Nutritious and Medicinal Delight
Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica) is a plant known for its stinging leaves, but also for its numerous health benefits. These plants have been used for medicinal purposes for centuries, and modern science has confirmed their many health benefits. In this article, I will discuss the health benefits of stinging nettles, and why it’s beneficial to … Continue reading “Harvesting Young Stinging Nettle in Early Spring: A Nutritious and Medicinal Delight”
All About St. John’s Wort – How to Identify + Health Benefits
St. John’s Wort (Hypericum Perforatum) is a medicinal herb with centuries of documented use. It is a perennial plant with simple leaves and golden yellow flowers which form rich inflorescences. St. John’s Wort is widespread in Europe, Asia and North Africa. In contemporary medicine, St. John’s Wort is mainly used in the treatment of depression … Continue reading “All About St. John’s Wort – How to Identify + Health Benefits”
Ajuga Reptans (Bugle, or Bugleweed) – Edible and Medicinal but Underappreciated
In this video I talk about Ajuga Reptans, a plant commonly known as Buggle or Buggleweed. This plant is edible and has a long history of medicinal use, but despite all its potential, it remains vastly unappreciated by herbalists and the general public alike. Ajuga Reptans Much as the Ground Ivy which I introduced to … Continue reading “Ajuga Reptans (Bugle, or Bugleweed) – Edible and Medicinal but Underappreciated”
Ground Ivy (Glechoma Hederacea) – Medicinal and Edible Plant with Many Uses
Today I’m out harvesting Ground Ivy (Glechoma Hederacea) – it’s a useful plant that’s edible, medicinal and abundant. It grows an extensive root system which easily breaks and when broken, it encourages the plant to grow more shoots, so you can’t really overharvest the plant. For this reason it’s known as Creeping Charlie in the … Continue reading “Ground Ivy (Glechoma Hederacea) – Medicinal and Edible Plant with Many Uses”
Videos of Barn Swallows from Bird’s Eye Perspective Show Their Beautiful Plumage
The Barn Swallows ((Hirundo Rustica) are a familiar sight to many people. These amazing aerial acrobats are skilled in catching flying insects like a boss and over the centuries, have become habituated to living near humans. The birds migrate to warm climates for winter, but upon their return, they frequently fly above our heads with … Continue reading “Videos of Barn Swallows from Bird’s Eye Perspective Show Their Beautiful Plumage”
Blackthorn (Prunus Spinosa) – Hardy Bushes in Full Bloom
Even though I filmed this video very early in the season, when hardly anything else blooms, leastways not among the trees and bushes, Blackthorn (Prunus Spinosa), also known as “Sloe” in England is all out. Yet in my climate, even though it’s technically already Spring, we get at best +6 degrees Celsius during the day, … Continue reading “Blackthorn (Prunus Spinosa) – Hardy Bushes in Full Bloom”
Coltsfoot (Tussilago Farfara) – How I Harvest and Use the Medicinal Plant for Health
I want to tell you about the herb which has a documented medicinal use going as far back as Ancient Greece or the Roman Empire. The herb is Coltsfoot (Tussilago Farfara). Coltsfoot Identification Coltsfoot is an early season plant which usually blooms between March and April. It’s perennial, meaning it grows year after year from … Continue reading “Coltsfoot (Tussilago Farfara) – How I Harvest and Use the Medicinal Plant for Health”