Schisandra berries are a fun herbal ingredient to have on hand if you like making herbal potions at home. This herb’s common name, Five-Flavor Berry, …
Rhodiola benefits for wellness
Rhodiola (Rhodiola rosea) is also called rose root and golden root. Like other adaptogens, Rhodiola benefits for wellness may include support for mental, emotional, and …
Strawberry lemon fizz with Rhodiola extract
This strawberry lemon fizz has a secret herbal ingredient: Rhodiola extract! It’s the perfect way to stay cool in the summer and enjoy the benefits …
3 types of herbs for the Nervous System
Adaptogens, nervines, and nootropics are three classes of herbs that are great for nervous system support. All three can help our bodies cope with emotional …
Elecampane from Teacup Alchemy’s Masterclass
This lesson is from Teacup Alchemy’s Elecampane Masterclass, on sale now for $19. Teacup Alchemy courses are an affordable way to learn the art of …
7 Important Herbal Safety Guidelines
Herbs have a long record of safe use that spans thousands of years, but there are still some important guidelines that herbalists follow. Learn about …
Upcoming Herbal Podcasts for Summer 2020
Teacup Alchemy produces two herbal podcasts each month. One is open access, and one is for Patrons. Here’s the current schedule for podcast programming! July …
Mimosa Flower Jelly Recipe
Flower jelly is an exquisite way to work with mimosa (Albizia julibrissin) to enjoy the uplifting energy and fragrance of the blooms. It’s a sublime …
Building a Teacup Alchemy Community
I started my first blog, Indie Herbalist, in 2011 and began outlining what would become Teacup Alchemy in 2019. In the last few months, I’ve …
Elecampane Master Class
Have you heard of elecampane? Herbalists love this herb for many reasons. It’s valuable for lung health, digestive wellness, and even emotional self care. Teacup …