Wintergreen FFE

Moneses uniflora Gladness Wintergreen keeps its head bowed low and out of view until mature. It is reputed to be edible, high in vitamin C and in recent years was discovered to contain a new antibiotic. ‘Dark night of the soul’ is a metaphor used to describe a phase...

Willowherb FFE

Chamaenerion angustifolium Self Mastery Willowherb is a prolific herb with medicinal benefits. It is a pioneer species as its seeds are first to colonise an area after a fire. In plant symbolism it is associated with pretentiousness. This plant exemplifies...

Wild Pansy

Viola tricolor Resonance Wild pansy, also commonly known as ‘heartsease’, has a long history of use in herbal medicine. The flower represents memories, loving thoughts,  togetherness and union. It is a plant of power that can heal the heart and illuminate the mind so...

Watercress

Rorippa nasturtium aquaticum Wellbeing Watercress has been used for its medicinal properties for centuries. The Greeks and Romans thought it improved the brain. Stimulating and restorative, it is known to revitalise the body by cleansing the blood of impurities. A...

Valerian FFE

Valeriana officinalis Delight Valerian is known for its relaxing effect on body and mind. The World Health Organization recognises the use of valerian as a nerve relaxant. In the language of flowers it is attributed with ‘an accommodating disposition’. Some people...

Thistle FFE

Cirsium vulgare Courage Thistle is the national emblem of Scotland and an ancient Celtic symbol representing nobility of character. This mighty plant’s wild spirit is a symbol of bravery, endurance and loyalty. Acute stress, whether from internal or external...