Plantain Salve sage which grows naturally on Birch

which grows naturally on Birch trees

Rue is more commonly used today in Ethiopia as both a culinary herb and an addition to coffee

then dried and put into heated ovens for around 20 minutes

The botanical name Harpagophytum means “hook plant” in Greek

drinks and pastries

Plantain Salve sage which grows naturally on BirchIt is believed to be one of the first plants to reach North America after European colonization. Plantain leaf was known among some Indigenous people by the common name "white man's footprint", because it thrived in the disturbed and damaged ecosystems surrounding European settlements. Traditionally this plant has been used for its soothing, anti inflammatory and cooling effect on skin condition, as well as minor aches and pains and supporting tissue