Medicinal Plants of Virginia: Traditions, Topicals, & Teas

Discover the medicinal plants growing all around us in Virginia and learn how they have been used in the past and present for wellness and healing! Join Ardani Farm and biologist Clara Aus for an introduction to using these plants as holistic medicine as we explore the rich history of medicinal plant use in the region. We will cover traditional indigenous uses for Virginia native plants, early Appalachian remedies, and various influences from around the world. Clara will review harvesting and preparation methods, ethical considerations, and more to get you started on the path to natural wellness. Participants will gain a better understanding of how to use local plants to make teas, poultices, and tinctures that can improve overall health or target specific ailments. Each person will receive helpful resources including: a guide to common Virginia medicinal plants, local tea recipes, and instructions to make and apply a poultice to…