African herbalism

African American herbalism is a rich melange of many cultural traditions with deep origins rooted in African history dating back to ancient Egypt.

A ritually-rooted introduction to the African American apothecary. This book includes tutorials for making tinctures, infused oils, salves, herbal baths, and teas. You’ll also find a rich array of recipes for preparing herbal remedies and healing soul foods. #herbs #herbalist #herbalism #herbalmedicine #plantmedicine #herbalremedies #plantremedies #naturalremedies #selfreliance #books #bibliophile #library

Amazon.com: African American Herbalism: A Practical Guide to Healing Plants and Folk Traditions (Audible Audio Edition): Lucretia VanDyke, Sanya Simmons, Tantor Audio: Books

African American herbalism is part of the backbone of a multitude of healing traditions in many parts of the Americas. However, it is often underappreciated, as are the rich herbal traditions of the African continent. Thankfully, a time has come where lineages such as these are being lifted up and celebrated as part of the rich tapestry of healing formed over thousands of years and thousands of miles of transition and transformation.

Many new or modified herbal traditions arose within Black communities in North America. These traditions were most celebrated, documented, and depended upon in the Southeast, where slavery was most concentrated. #herbs #herbalism #herbalist #herbalmedicine #medicinalherbs #plantmedicine #naturalremedies #gardening #selfreliance #blackherbalist #blackherbalism #bipocherbalism #bipocherbalist

Curious about African spiritual herbs?

It has always been important to learn the history of herbalism through the generations. And with all cultures and timelines in history, the goal has been to heal and to restore.

Herbalist, blogger, and business owner Kendra Payne shares and summarizes her three favorite herbalism books written by black authors.