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By Maryann Readal German chamomile, Matricaria chamomilla, was once considered by the Anglo-Saxons of England to be one of the nine sacred herbs given to...

by David Zakalik “Are you Jewish?” I’ve lost count how many times I’ve been (good-naturedly) accosted with these words on a city sidewalk or college quad....

By Maryann Readal Madagascar, an ancient island off the coast of East Africa, holds a treasure of unique plants growing in its diverse ecosystems. The...

By Maryann Readal Paprika, The Herb Society’s Herb of the Month for February, is the national and beloved spice of Hungary and a symbol of...

By Maryann Readal Roselle hibiscus is The Herb Society’s Herb of the Month for July. With its bright red calyces, green leaves, red stems, and...

The dried peel of mandarin or clementine oranges (Citrus reticulata) and of tangerines (C. tangerina) is used in Chinese medicine as a...

By Candace Riddle Walking through a garden in full summer bloom is a joy that should be experienced by everyone. A garden should engage all...

By Chrissy Moore Recently, I traveled to Wyoming’s capital city, Cheyenne, for a long-anticipated holiday. While there, I had the opportunity to visit the Cheyenne...

Jan. 17, 2023Wellness, Infrared, Technologies ...

By Norma Weinberg There’s more to the story of trick or treat nights, dressing in costume, and begging for candy than you probably know. Halloween’s...