Prunella vulgaris (Self-heal plant) – with a name like this it has to be good for you!! Self healing allows us to address any underlying issues that may be affecting us: emotionally, mentally and physically. When we prioritise our own healing, we can let go of negative patterns and behaviours, develop a more positive mindset, and…

Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum), or holy basil is the plant for all reasons. It is an adaptogen (tonic) and enables a holistic effect on the physiology of the body. A plant that has an adaptogen action refers to a substance that increases the body’s resistance to physical, environmental or emotional stressors and promotes normal physiological function.…

Elecampane is a joyful plant for the garden, a perennial plant from the daisy family. It has large leaves, yellow flowers, reminiscent of a sunflower plant. It will grow in a wide range of climates and temperatures, but it grows best in mild summers and cold winters. Elecampane needs some room to grow but will…

During the months of December and January Phytofarm valley is full of Kānuka blossom – the white New Zealand Christmas tree. The bees are buzzing, and the smell is of sweet nectar. Kanuka has similar properties to Manuka but more useful for viral infections antimicrobial activity against Herpes simplex and other viral infections. A tea…

Cleavers because of its prostrate rumbling nature has many unusual common names – Everlasting friendship, Love man, Grip Grass, Catch weed, Robin-run-in-the-Grass, Goose bill, Beggars Lice.

Echinacea is a very popular herb, and people commonly take it to help combat flu and colds. It is a genus of herbaceous flowering plants in the daisy family – Asteraceae. It is also known as the American coneflower.