Herbal Glossary

Cloves (Syzygium aromaticum)

Most people will know the familiar sweet smell in our Chai teas, and in sweet and savoury dishes alike. This intoxicating, tiny but potent flower b...

Calendula – THE HEALER (Calendula officinali

I don’t like to play favourites but, in this case, how could we not! She definitely knows how to stand out in a crowd with those golden petals radi...

Burdock (Arctium lappa)

Burdock root is a powerful anti-inflammatory and blood detoxifier used therapeutically in Traditional Chinese Medicine, and across Europe and North...

Bacopa (Bacopa Monnieri)

Bacopa or Brahmi as it’s called in India (not to be confused with Gotu Kola also known as Brahmi), is one of the long-standing traditional herbs us...

Peppermint (Mentha x piperita)

Peppermint tea has always been one of our favourite ways to get the senses firing with its familiar cooling quality and its ability to invigorate a...

Aniseed (Pimpinella anisum)

One word springs to mind when it comes to our beautiful warming Aniseed – Versatility! This aromatic, licorice-like plant has been a common feature...

Chamomile (Matricaria recutita)

Chamomile Matricaria recutita Something about the smell of this divine little flower brings instant comfort especially on slow wintery mornings. Th...