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Wild Words
Welcome to my blog, exploring our deepening relationship with wild plants.
Here you'll find seasonal plant profiles, forgotten folklore, and reflections that root us in both place and story.
Lady's Mantle: Finding abundance within
Discover the magic of lady's mantle, a unique plant with historical significance and healing properties. Discover how she can lead you to abundance within.
Oct 2, 2025
Stinging Nettle: Food for the soul
Nettle (Urtica dioica) is one of our best known wild plants. It makes us aware of its presence through its not so subtle sting, and for...
Aug 30, 2025
Queen Anne's Lace - Unleashing curiosity
Queen Anne's Lace (daucus carota) has long fascinated me. From its delicate flowers all white but one in the middle, to its 'birds nest'...
Jul 27, 2025
Common Hogweed and the Power of Inner Strength
Uncover the hidden strength of Hogweed! Explore its rich history, foraging uses, and medicinal benefits.
Jun 24, 2025
Dandelion and the Shadow
Explore the intriguing connection between dandelion and shadow work. Discover how dandelion helps us embrace our hidden selves. Dive in now!
May 30, 2025
Cleavers: Learning about Interconnection
No plant will stick to tour soul quite so much as cleavers ( Galium aparine ). The term "cleavers" essentially means "clingers"...
Apr 19, 2025
Lords and Ladies: Nature’s genius
Lords and Ladies ( Arum maculatum ) is a fascinating plant that gets more interesting the more you learn about it. Lords and Ladies...
Mar 14, 2025
Garlic Mustard: More than just a regular Jack?
Botanical name: Alliaria petiolata Garlic Mustard is one of the first plants I ever learnt to forage. It boasts a gorgeous, full bodied...
Feb 1, 2025
Pennywort: Crossing thresholds
Discover the enchanting world of pennywort, also known as navelwort, wall pennywort, and penny pies! Learn about its folklore, foraging, and
Dec 31, 2024
Rose: love, pain and integrative healing
Explore the deep history and healing power of the rose - from its mythology to medicinal uses. Discover the intricate beauty beyond its peta
Dec 13, 2024
Plantain: the power to dig deep
Uncover the hidden power of plantain - the unsung hero with amazing nutritional, medicinal properties. From foraging to folklore, this blog
Sep 21, 2024
Rowan tree (Sorbus aucuparia): Mythology, Foraging & Identification
A tree deeply associated with the femine, Rowan was the tree from which the first woman was formed, according to Norse mythology. Also...
Sep 13, 2024
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