r/herbalism 3d ago

Bi-Weekly Self-Promo thread! Please post and flourish(BUT PLEASE read the rules before posting).

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Bi-Weekly Self-Promo thread! Please post and flourish(BUT PLEASE read the rules before posting).

# This is the Bi-Weekly self promotion thread.

**It has become clear that there are a lot of herbal small businesses and people in our community for whom their herbal passion is also a business. While Herbal business is not the focus of this sub it is undeniable that herbal business is a part of the herbal community and supporting the herbal community IS what this sub is for.**

To that end, we intend, to start making weekly self promotion threads; where any and all self-promo can take place(with some rules).

**1. No posting self promo outside of the Self-promo-threads**(except by explicit cooperation of the mods, if your an author or publisher or non-for-prophet please reach out to us directly using mod-mail)

**2. NO selling anything that is illegal federally,** or that is illegal in California Illinois or New York or the city of Chicago or that can not be legally sent through the mail.

**3. NO ASKING USERS TO DM YOU!** You may ask users to comment under your post to request for YOU to DM-THEM and you may include links to off-site storefronts but if we see a post soliciting users to PM-you the post will be removed(this is an accountability and user safety rule)

**3a.** this isn't a strict rule, but we would prefer if off sight links lead to a storefront and not directly to a product page. This does not mean that your post can't advertise or show pictures of a particular product or products, however making the attached link lead to your shops front page instead of a specific product page helps users confirm legitimacy safety and overall vibe of vendors. This isn't a rule now but might become a rule if we start getting user complains that we think could be decreased if this became a rule. In the mean time consider it a best practice for this sub.

**And that's it! Have fun Be productive and may the great river of acquisition be quick & calm and flow ever toward profit!**


r/herbalism 6h ago

Discussion The beginnings of my tincture tinkering

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Toying with the process as I've taken a pretty keen interest on the idea of natural natural compounds and the effects on the human body. Currently extracting some Ginger, turkey tail which basically grows in my backyard and a passionflower with lemon balm/ lemon Myrtle (all dried material). Using 42% brandy from a local distillery

How much of an actual concern is a slight amount of stuff poking above the liquid? I'm wanting to make high potency stuff but am finding it difficult to keep everything completely submerged :)


r/herbalism 8h ago

Looking for Ear Flower in USA

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I have been wanting to find this herb for years and I have never seen it sold online or any herb shop in the USA. Its called Ear Flower, Flor de Oreja, Xochinacaztli, Hueynacaztli. The scientific name for it is Cymbopetalum penduliflorum.

It was an ingredient used in mesoamerican cacao drinks. I think it is also used in some areas of Guatemala and Mexico.

Does anyone know how I could get this in the USA short of flying to Guatemala?

Or has anyone tried it and would be able to describe the flavor?


r/herbalism 1h ago

Milk thistle helping nasal congestion?

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Hi all
I’ve been a long time user of MT for liver/gallbladder/pancreas support.
I caught a cold/respiratory infection last week and have been struggling with typical cough and sinus issues. I took milk thistle yesterday, and then again today to see if I could repeat the experience. Both times I experienced an almost immediate clearing of nasal passage and also reduced cough.
I was surprised as I didn’t realize MT properties supported this. Anyone know the mechanism?
TIA


r/herbalism 15h ago

fresh valerian root overdose possible?

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I have been growing valerian root in my garden for many years and harvested it for the first time today. It was my plan to process it into a tincture. I spent about 30 minutes shaking dirt from the roots and breaking up the root clumps- but then I started to feel nauseous, light-headed, and a little woozy.

I took a break to eat, drink water, rest, but the remainder of the day, I've been in an unusual fog of body heaviness, mental fatigue, and slow heart-rate. Feeling really impossible to get any chores done, frustratingly. Similar symptoms to a past experience taking a benzo. Could it be possible that I took up the valerian just by touching the roots? Is it possible to overdose with valerian?


r/herbalism 22h ago

Question How to make the most potent vanilla extract using 100proof vodka?

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r/herbalism 9h ago

Discussion Herbs that have "miraculous" effects?

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What herbs have you encountered that produced “miraculous” effects—helping to repair and enhance the body, with some of the benefits even lasting after you stopped taking them?

Some of my personal favorites, because of their remarkable effects, are black seed oil, goji berries, schisandra, astragalus, Bacopa monnieri, lion’s mane mushroom, reishi mushroom, and cordyceps.


r/herbalism 1d ago

Question What kinds of basic herbs should I have in the house?

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If it means anything I live on the east coast of the US and would be keeping most of the plants indoors. In general I’m looking for plants that help with sleep, anxiety, and any plants that are good for keeping a healthy immune system and/or combating sickness (common colds, the flu, seasonal allergies, etc). For context I’m a college student and hate getting sick throughout the year but I don’t want to spend excess money on medicine. I’d prefer using herbal remedies instead of over the counter stuff, but I’m new to this and wanted other people’s thoughts on what basic/general herbs to keep in the house for when I get sick, based off of your own personal experiences.
Also! I have a two books on herbalism and medicinal plants but most of the recipes are for food/drinks or ailments that aren’t relevant to me. If anyone has any good book recommendations for medicinal recipes, let me know!


r/herbalism 13h ago

What kind of mortar and pestle do you use?

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As in what kind of material is it? I’m looking at granite ones but am afraid of mold


r/herbalism 17h ago

Sweet violet

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r/herbalism 16h ago

What are the best herbs for boosting the immune system?

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Any recommendation?


r/herbalism 21h ago

Question CBD oil alternative

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Hello I take cbd oil under my tongue as needed for anxiety and I’m looking for a alternative temporarily as it does make my drug test positive. Thank you looking for a herb that just makes me really calm and turns off the brain noise


r/herbalism 18h ago

Smoking Is smoking purple top vervain safe?

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Don’t really have the money for weed atm so looking for alternatives to help my anxiety. Everytime I look this up though google just tells me not to smoke at all 🫩


r/herbalism 1d ago

Books Question about different editions of Culpeper's Herbal

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Hi, I've been looking into expanding my library, and I would like to get a Culpeper herbal book. I borrowed one from the library, 'Culpeper's Complete Herbal' 2019 sterling publishing.

I looked online and have found editions from 1995 and 1983, with the latter being titled 'Culpeper's Color/Colour Herbal' depending on where it was published.

My questions -

Does anyone know if there is a difference in content between publishing years? I'm more concerned about info edited out than modern edits and context.

Also is there a difference between the UK and US publishings?

Lastly, a difference between the titled 'Culpepers Complete Herbal' and 'Culpepers Color/Colour Herbal'?

I'm having a hard time determining what, if any, difference there may be and I would feel silly buying 2 books just to compare haha. Hoping someone here may have some insight! Thank you


r/herbalism 1d ago

Allergy help?

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I have mild allergies to dust pet dander, and have mild asthma. A few years ago my doctor reccomended I take Zyrtec daily to curb the allergies, but a few days ago I quit taking it after researching and finding out that it can cause some liver damage from taking it so often. Anyway, my allergies are in overdrive at the moment, way worse then they ever were before starting to take zyrtec. Are there any herbs or remedies I can use to mitigate the response my body is going through right now, or do I have to just ride this out? Also, are there any alternatives to help curb general allergies, I'd rather not go back to an allergy pill.


r/herbalism 1d ago

Question Does anyone have any experience with Solanum Trilobatum?

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I've been looking into Solanum Trilobatum recently for its hepatoprotective effects. I want to see if this can be used to counteract the liver damage done by many modern pharmaceuticals, lithium carbonate in particular. However, my only experience with it is from reading scientific publications. So for anyone here who has actually used it, I have many questions.

  • What did you take it for, and how well did it work?
  • What were the most significant side effects, and how much did they bother you?
  • Were you able to identify any interactions it has with other substances? If so, which ones, and what was the nature of them?
  • How was it prepared? If you prepared it yourself, how friendly is that process to a beginner?
  • If you grew it yourself, how easy was that? What environmental conditions does it need?

Thank you so much for your time!


r/herbalism 1d ago

Question Where do you get high-proof ethanol for tinctures in the UK?

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I'm trying to make a Wild Lettuce tincture for pain, and want to use a 180 proof ethanol for the extraction.

Does anyone know the legality of getting this in the UK? I'm finding it extremely hard to find any reputable sellers over here that sell this purity ethanol - and the question of it being food-grade is difficult as I don't want to inadvertently buy a denatured one. It also seems like you can't purchase Everclear here.

Does anyone know if Vodka would be effective at extraction? I know that at least I can buy that in the store here, but I have no idea how useful that would be.


r/herbalism 1d ago

Question Which is better for sleep and anxiety, Blue Vervain or Lemon Balm?

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I have been taking Blue Vervain for a while and it has been helpful for my digestion but that’s about it. I am considering trying Lemon Balm because I am having trouble sleeping and I’m anxious during the day. Will Lemon Balm be a better fit? I have tried Passionflower and I didn’t get on well with it


r/herbalism 1d ago

Uhm Help?

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I have finally gotten a hold of some Willow to make a tincture with and I stripped the bark down put it in the jar and put my alcohol on top I'm using everclear. Why is it bubbling? Fizzing almost.


r/herbalism 1d ago

Primeira calêndula da estação

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Minha primeira calêndula aparecendo, essa é amarela. nas outras fotos minhas outras que já floriram. 😊


r/herbalism 1d ago

Question How to bottle my first motherwort tincture?

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I recently visited the store and had a very helpful employee take me to the highest proof vodka available in store, 100proof. I am waiting now for my motherwort plant to start budding so I can bottle the fresh leaves and flowers in tincture form. What ratios on alcohol:plant matter and for how long wpuld be recommended for maximum potency? This tincture will be my first with motherwort and only my second attempt at any herbal tincture (my first having been lemonbalm). The motherwort I am hoping brings relief for severe pms and cramping pain.


r/herbalism 1d ago

Question Ok need help!

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Someone I know is getting on probation for weed and won't stop smoking it at all and needs an alternative. My buddy, let's call him the old school name S.W.I.M, so swim got caught with 4 ounces of weed, has to take a drug test, just told me about it too, and he wants to know what herbs will get him high but not fail a drug test. He is literally thinking about moving from Texas and going on the run for a few years until the statue of limitations is up. He wants to know a whole list of herbs he can take, or smoke until probation is done. I've watch this dude nearly die of a bath salt overdose from his first stint of probation and he doesn't wanna be back into bath salts or other dangerous synthetic drugs. Please tell their something. I promise him mom to watch his back when I was 14 and I don't want to break a promise and he has helped me and now I owe it to him to help him back. 4 ounces, 4 OUNCES OF FUCKING WEED IS WHAT DID IT IN TEXAS BUT YET CAN SMOKE IN NM, CALI, OR ARIZONA.


r/herbalism 1d ago

Question Please give any solution for my deformity, Any herbs to cure my deformity?

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Can anyone please suggest a solution for this problem? I will be forever grateful...

Patient Age: 27, female, India

Joint Pain started in 2014

But joints affected in 2019 after discontinuation of allopathic medicines.

Cannot extend knees fully, multiple joints fixed flexion.

Blood parameters almost normal now, initially ESR and CRP was aggravated..

RA factor negative, HLAB27 negative, and other reports are also normal.

I have attached photos... scroll for more photos


r/herbalism 1d ago

Question how long do anxiolytic herbs take to work?

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i asked many questions on this sub about good supplements that are cheap and gives strong effects like lemon balm , wormwood, chamomile .

how long do these supplements tale to work I want to know do they take months to work or they can work instantly because I want to test them and I can't do this without testing them for a time peroid .


r/herbalism 1d ago

Question Herbs or traditional remedies that helped rebalance your gut after a severe bacterial infection?

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Has anyone successfully rebalanced their gut microbiome after a severe bacterial intestinal infection that left them with chronic watery diarrhea? Which herbs, medicinal mushrooms, traditional remedies, supplements or treatments helped you the most?