Herb of the Month: Spikenard

Spikenard About the Plant: Spikenard (Nardostachys jatamansi). [Common Names; nard, nardin, and muskroot]This plant is on the critical endangered species list. Spikenard is a fascinating herb that grows in the Himalayas of Nepal, China, and India. It belongs to the honeysuckle family and has small, pink, bell-shaped flowers. The rhizomes (underground stems) of the plant are the… Continue reading Herb of the Month: Spikenard

Herb of the Month: Heliotrope

Heliotrope About the Plant: Heliotrope Heliotropium indicum[Common Names; Cherry Pie Flower, Garden Heliotrope, Monkey Tail, Seaside Heliotrope, Quail Plant, Salt Heliotrope, and Chinese Parsley. Heliotropium indicum, also known as Indian heliotrope or Indian turnsole, is a plant with a long history of medicinal and magical uses. It belongs to the Boraginaceae family and is native… Continue reading Herb of the Month: Heliotrope

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