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This week we’ll make it easy, because the goal here is to taste the unique flavor of the tuber called Jerusalem Artichoke or Sunchoke. Roasting them with simple ingredients allows the rich taste to come through. Don’t forget the thyme, it really helps this dish shine!
December 23, 2025 at 1:37 AM
This week we’ll make it easy, because the goal here is to taste the unique flavor of the tuber called Jerusalem Artichoke or Sunchoke. Roasting them with simple ingredients allows the rich taste to come through. Don’t forget the thyme, it really helps this dish shine!
The creation story of the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) tells of Sky Woman’s descent to the back of a giant turtle, which would grow into the Earth. As Sky Woman died after the birth of twins Flint and Sapling, plants grew from various parts of her body. From her feet, the Sunchoke.
December 23, 2025 at 1:36 AM
The creation story of the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) tells of Sky Woman’s descent to the back of a giant turtle, which would grow into the Earth. As Sky Woman died after the birth of twins Flint and Sapling, plants grew from various parts of her body. From her feet, the Sunchoke.
Sunchokes grow great here in Central Florida being native to the region. They like well draining soils and lots of Sun. If planted in the Spring, you can harvest the tubers in the Fall. Being in the Sunflower family, the blooms will be a pretty yellow and require minimum care to flourish.
December 20, 2025 at 12:17 AM
Sunchokes grow great here in Central Florida being native to the region. They like well draining soils and lots of Sun. If planted in the Spring, you can harvest the tubers in the Fall. Being in the Sunflower family, the blooms will be a pretty yellow and require minimum care to flourish.
The Sunchoke is loaded with inulin, an important prebiotic fiber that feeds your gut. It’s rich in vitamins and minerals, as well as antioxidants. The high potassium levels benefit cardiovascular health. Pickling them can make them even more beneficial to your body systems.
December 19, 2025 at 2:50 AM
The Sunchoke is loaded with inulin, an important prebiotic fiber that feeds your gut. It’s rich in vitamins and minerals, as well as antioxidants. The high potassium levels benefit cardiovascular health. Pickling them can make them even more beneficial to your body systems.
With abundant and bright yellow flowers from the Sunflower family, the Sunchoke has been associated with happiness and fertility. They naturally increase energy and can enhance the rituals they’re used in. Their decadent and sweet scent can aid in love magics!
December 19, 2025 at 2:49 AM
With abundant and bright yellow flowers from the Sunflower family, the Sunchoke has been associated with happiness and fertility. They naturally increase energy and can enhance the rituals they’re used in. Their decadent and sweet scent can aid in love magics!
The Sunchoke (Helianthus tuberosus) is also called Jerusalem Artichoke and Earth Apple. It is a root vegetable that has been a food source for Native Americans for many years and is now cultivated around the world. It’s even used to make alcohol! Let’s learn more!
December 19, 2025 at 2:48 AM
The Sunchoke (Helianthus tuberosus) is also called Jerusalem Artichoke and Earth Apple. It is a root vegetable that has been a food source for Native Americans for many years and is now cultivated around the world. It’s even used to make alcohol! Let’s learn more!
“The defining characteristic of the sunchoke is fecundity. It will, I am convinced, outlive us all.”
- Peter Todaro
- Peter Todaro
December 16, 2025 at 12:51 AM
“The defining characteristic of the sunchoke is fecundity. It will, I am convinced, outlive us all.”
- Peter Todaro
- Peter Todaro
It’s cootie season! Making your own tinctures can be a really empowering way to aid your system when you need some healing. This week’s recipe is a great way to incorporate some flavor into the herbs along with Boneset, which can be pretty bitter.
December 14, 2025 at 5:09 PM
It’s cootie season! Making your own tinctures can be a really empowering way to aid your system when you need some healing. This week’s recipe is a great way to incorporate some flavor into the herbs along with Boneset, which can be pretty bitter.
Boneset’s genus Eupatorium is named for King Mithridates VI Eupator of Ancient Greece. He was known for his alleged immunity to poisons having intentionally taken large amounts of medicinal and toxic plants to build up this immunity to try and prevent death. And it did, of sorts!
December 14, 2025 at 12:02 AM
Boneset’s genus Eupatorium is named for King Mithridates VI Eupator of Ancient Greece. He was known for his alleged immunity to poisons having intentionally taken large amounts of medicinal and toxic plants to build up this immunity to try and prevent death. And it did, of sorts!
Bonset is native to Central Florida and grows very well here. It even grows in my own backyard! It doesn’t need much, just some moist conditions. During the dry season, the plant tends to die back, but will seed vigorously, spread through rhizomes, and return strongly in the Summer.
December 13, 2025 at 12:26 AM
Bonset is native to Central Florida and grows very well here. It even grows in my own backyard! It doesn’t need much, just some moist conditions. During the dry season, the plant tends to die back, but will seed vigorously, spread through rhizomes, and return strongly in the Summer.
Boneset shines as a medicinal plant. It’s been used for fever reduction, treatment of cold and flu symptoms, and infection prevention. It was named for its use in treating Breakbone (Dengue) fever, though it is also used in healing broken bones. There is risk to the liver in large doses.
December 12, 2025 at 1:54 AM
Boneset shines as a medicinal plant. It’s been used for fever reduction, treatment of cold and flu symptoms, and infection prevention. It was named for its use in treating Breakbone (Dengue) fever, though it is also used in healing broken bones. There is risk to the liver in large doses.
Boneset is an herb of protection, clarity, and repair. Using it in a ritual setting has been helpful for those in times of great change or inner healing. Associations with Saturn make this plant a strong ally in transitions and growth. Add some to a bath for powerful cleansing energy.
December 12, 2025 at 1:53 AM
Boneset is an herb of protection, clarity, and repair. Using it in a ritual setting has been helpful for those in times of great change or inner healing. Associations with Saturn make this plant a strong ally in transitions and growth. Add some to a bath for powerful cleansing energy.
The plant commonly known as Boneset (Eupatorium perfoliatum) is a powerful healing ally with historical use around the world. It’s Native to most of North America and is a great food for pollinators. It’s also a really gorgeous plant! Let’s learn more about this steady wonder.
December 12, 2025 at 1:51 AM
The plant commonly known as Boneset (Eupatorium perfoliatum) is a powerful healing ally with historical use around the world. It’s Native to most of North America and is a great food for pollinators. It’s also a really gorgeous plant! Let’s learn more about this steady wonder.
“Much of the work of Boneset healing is Saturnian in nature - foundations are being formed, skillsets are being tested, and resiliency established.”
- Alexis J Cunningfolk
- Alexis J Cunningfolk
December 12, 2025 at 1:50 AM
“Much of the work of Boneset healing is Saturnian in nature - foundations are being formed, skillsets are being tested, and resiliency established.”
- Alexis J Cunningfolk
- Alexis J Cunningfolk
Yellow Dock is prolific in North America and can be easily found. When cooked properly, it’s a delicious and healthy addition to any recipe you’d normally use leafy green with. This week we’ll get bright and light with a dreamy, lemony soup recipe.
December 7, 2025 at 10:48 PM
Yellow Dock is prolific in North America and can be easily found. When cooked properly, it’s a delicious and healthy addition to any recipe you’d normally use leafy green with. This week we’ll get bright and light with a dreamy, lemony soup recipe.
Cleansing, purification, and love - all words we can associate with grief. Yellow Dock has been a plant long associated with transition both through death and prosperity. Throughout history this plant has been an ally to those who aid with these times of evolution.
December 6, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Cleansing, purification, and love - all words we can associate with grief. Yellow Dock has been a plant long associated with transition both through death and prosperity. Throughout history this plant has been an ally to those who aid with these times of evolution.
While it can be considered invasive in Florida, Yellow Dock will grow well here, and is more commonly called Curly Dock. It can be toxic for livestock to consume, so its weedy habits are discouraged. A hearty plant whose seeds can remain dormant for 80 years and still sprout!
December 6, 2025 at 5:34 PM
While it can be considered invasive in Florida, Yellow Dock will grow well here, and is more commonly called Curly Dock. It can be toxic for livestock to consume, so its weedy habits are discouraged. A hearty plant whose seeds can remain dormant for 80 years and still sprout!
Yellow Dock has powerful uses as a digestive aid and laxative. In fact, it should be used in moderation due to this property. It can purify the blood and help the body with its natural elimination processes. It’s also a great source of iron and can be used as a supplement.
December 6, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Yellow Dock has powerful uses as a digestive aid and laxative. In fact, it should be used in moderation due to this property. It can purify the blood and help the body with its natural elimination processes. It’s also a great source of iron and can be used as a supplement.
Used for purification and protection, Yellow Dock is a powerful plant. You can plant it around your home, or put the harvested leaves in doorways and windows as a protective barrier. It can help clear energy, making it great for transitionary periods such as moves or a new marriage.
December 3, 2025 at 11:29 PM
Used for purification and protection, Yellow Dock is a powerful plant. You can plant it around your home, or put the harvested leaves in doorways and windows as a protective barrier. It can help clear energy, making it great for transitionary periods such as moves or a new marriage.
Yellow Dock or Curly Dock (Rumex crispus) is a well known wild edible. It’s got a vast history of use in various forms and grows in temperate regions around the world. It has cultural significance and has a gorgeous long-leaf presentation. Let’s learn more!
Image via: wildrose.ca/fr/pages/ing...
Image via: wildrose.ca/fr/pages/ing...
December 3, 2025 at 11:28 PM
Yellow Dock or Curly Dock (Rumex crispus) is a well known wild edible. It’s got a vast history of use in various forms and grows in temperate regions around the world. It has cultural significance and has a gorgeous long-leaf presentation. Let’s learn more!
Image via: wildrose.ca/fr/pages/ing...
Image via: wildrose.ca/fr/pages/ing...
“Yellow dock makes its presence known. In my valley, its small demulcent leaves are some of the first to unfurl as the snow melts, and as summer comes to an end, its large cluster of deep rust-colored seeds stands out in the landscape and lasts well into the winter.”
- Rosalee de la Forêt
- Rosalee de la Forêt
December 3, 2025 at 11:27 PM
“Yellow dock makes its presence known. In my valley, its small demulcent leaves are some of the first to unfurl as the snow melts, and as summer comes to an end, its large cluster of deep rust-colored seeds stands out in the landscape and lasts well into the winter.”
- Rosalee de la Forêt
- Rosalee de la Forêt
Summer Savory is a common culinary herb. It’s been beloved for centuries, so we were eager to find a unique way to enjoy it this week. This recipe hits the spot - it’s herby and salty and robust. It’s a healthy dish to serve with crackers, toasty bread, or pita chips!
December 2, 2025 at 1:48 AM
Summer Savory is a common culinary herb. It’s been beloved for centuries, so we were eager to find a unique way to enjoy it this week. This recipe hits the spot - it’s herby and salty and robust. It’s a healthy dish to serve with crackers, toasty bread, or pita chips!
The Satyr is a creature from Greek mythology that was part human, part goat. These individuals were known for their lustful ways and insatiable appetites for revelry. Summer Savory has been known as the “Herb of the Satyr” through both name (Satureja) and use (love magic).
December 2, 2025 at 1:48 AM
The Satyr is a creature from Greek mythology that was part human, part goat. These individuals were known for their lustful ways and insatiable appetites for revelry. Summer Savory has been known as the “Herb of the Satyr” through both name (Satureja) and use (love magic).
Oddly enough, Winter Savory (Satureja montana) grows better in Florida than Summer Savory. They both do great in the Spring, but the latter will suffer as the humid part of Summer kicks in. If you choose Summer type, it’s best to keep it as an annual and harvest early.
December 2, 2025 at 1:46 AM
Oddly enough, Winter Savory (Satureja montana) grows better in Florida than Summer Savory. They both do great in the Spring, but the latter will suffer as the humid part of Summer kicks in. If you choose Summer type, it’s best to keep it as an annual and harvest early.
With well known digestive benefits, Savory is a common remedy herb. First identified as medicinal over 2000 years ago, this plant is added to tea, used topically, and is a known culinary herb. Drink an infusion or rub the fresh leaves on the skin to get the benefits.
December 2, 2025 at 1:45 AM
With well known digestive benefits, Savory is a common remedy herb. First identified as medicinal over 2000 years ago, this plant is added to tea, used topically, and is a known culinary herb. Drink an infusion or rub the fresh leaves on the skin to get the benefits.