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 Blue cohosh (Caulophyllum thalictroides), also known as papoose root or squawroot, is a medicinal herb that grows natively from eastern Canada south to the Appalachian regions of the United States. The herb’s preferred habitat comprises rich, moist, mountainous areas and the plant grows best under the shade of large hardwood trees. Blue . . . → Read More: Blue Cohosh Herb  What is star anise (Illicium verum)? It’s a culinary spice and medicinal herb that is cultivated from an evergreen tree native to tropical and subtropical areas of China and Vietnam. The herb is shaped like an eight-pointed star, hence its common name. Often used in Chinese and Indian cuisine, star anise also . . . → Read More: Star Anise Health Benefits  Almost everyone experiences depression at one time or another. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, more than 18 million Americans are affected by depression each year. A mood disorder characterized by feelings of hopelessness, anger, sadness, loss, despair and frustration, depression can become severe enough to interfere with daily life. . . . → Read More: Herbs for Depression  Pau D’arco (Tabebuia), a large, tropical shrub or small tree that grows primarily in Argentina, begins life as a small vine and grows larger with age. In the Brazilian jungles, pau d’arco is known to reach heights of up to 160 feet, though smaller specimens may only reach about 16 feet tall. . . . → Read More: Pau D’Arco Herb Benefits and Uses |
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