How a Green Witch Profiles Herbs || My Materia Medica Entries

As many of you know I am a green witch and aspiring herbalist and so over my years of study there has always been one video I've wished to see - one like this! So in this video I share with you all the seconds and areas of research I delve into each time I begin a study for a new herb. This is the basic outline I fill out in my materia medica or herbal journal and I hope you will find this video useful and perhaps you've even hoped for one as well.

Herbal Profile Key:

Herbal Identification:
-common name
-latin binomial
-other common names
-plant family
-botanical description
(if applicable - related species, lookalikes, and cultivars)

Medicinal Properties (if applicable):
-recomended cultivars
-parts used
-taste
-actions
-energetics
-specific indications
-medicinal preparations
-ratio and dosage information
-medicinal uses
-precautions and contradictions
(if herb is not edible or medicinal include toxicity and warnings here)

Magickal Attributes:
-gender
-planet
-element
-facility (power or association of magickal correspondence)
-magickal uses and folklore

Cultivation:
-native to...
-zones
-soil (ph and type of soil)
-propagation
-growing information and garden care
-insects and disease
-harvesting and preparations

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[TheGreenWitch]

Okay first I would like to get ahead of this by saying, yes, one of my drawings is missing a finger and you know that may or may not have been on purpose… who’s to know.. But you know what - not everybody has five fingers and that’s totally cool so not every drawing needs five fingers either man. Oh well, anyways, I hope you all enjoy the video!

[valkyria]

PSA- If you have pets, make sure to check if any herb it’s toxic to them. Some herbs that are safe for consumption for humans are not cat/dog friendly 💛

[Oldfarmlady]

Have you ever considered possibly selling a book on this? This is exactly what I've been looking for and can't seem to find anywhere.

[madelineloyd]

A good resource that I use is Scott Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs.
It is a pretty thorough book with properties of the herb, the element, planet, deities it is associated with, and gender, along with folk names and magical and ritual uses. It should by no means be your only reference, but it's a good book with a lot of detail and an extensive bibliography

[bradcox]

This is absolutely amazing. Most people don't understand that herbalism is an art. It has to be learned and perfected or it can go really wrong. You are not only an herbalist, you are an artist...literally. Job well done young lady (wee lass). Outstanding! 🍀💚🍀

[StonegaardForge]

People who thumbs down The Green Witch also watched the live action movie of "Cats". Twice.

[AmberMoonTarotDivination]

I recently discovered your channel and I am absolutely grateful for all your efforts. Your videos are so informative and esthetically pleasing. One thing I noticed is how much you apologize. It makes me sad that anyone has made you feel you needed to have such an apologetic nature. While it shows your kindness, I wish you would embrace your beauty and power. Let go of the need to apologize to anyone, who's negatively critical & not willing to see your greatness. In no way is this more criticism, just an urging for you to be unapologetically you! You want to talk with your hands? Do it. They are lovely and create magic. In any event, thank you! I appreciate you!

[justcallmeteacup]

One thing I've noticed when I get to your channel and also this side of YouTube in general (horticulture, foraging, botany, herbalism, witchcraft) is that everyone is so kind and willing to share their craft with others. It is sometimes so hard to find channels like this, a kind community and a genuine desire to spread the knowledge, when it comes to other skills 💕

[bethdoublekickchick]

As a horticulturist, I feel this video is very professional in detail. You truly have a gift in botany. Some aspiring witches could find this too technical but not to worry, there's plenty of us botanical needs out here that will thoroughly enjoy your beautifully delivered information. Well done gorgeous soul 💜🌺🍀🌱

[elizagrey]

Hey Annie! I'm a RN and I just found you, so I've been binge watching your videos! I love that you acknowledge the more modern "medical" side of things. I'm getting tired of pills being our every solution for everything, so I've wanted to dive into herbalism. I really appreciate you. Thank you so much for this video!!

[janeenbreyman]

I would add companion planting and preservation under cultivating.

[RobsFavInfoAndMusic]

Curious if you plan to release a book on herbs considering the massive amount of work and artistic talent you’ve put into your studies it would be a shame not to.

[monicaluketich]

I'm working on a book of the native wildflowers and plants in my area of Texas. Since I can't draw as well as you, I take photographs of each plant - usually 3. One is the entire plant or at least a large portion; one are the leaves and their arrangements, and last, the flower if it is a wildflower. I just became a Master Gardener and wanted my farm to be a place of native wildflowers. I also include when and where it blooms. Llove the list of topics you cover for each herb - I also grow (or try to grow) herbs and will probably do those as a separate book for my ease of use. Thank you for a beautiful lesson.

[imogenvanderhoeven]

I'd love to see an example of this system filled out! I love how thorough it is!

[kierachristina]

I love this and I’m just at the beginning of my herbal journey and you are so inspiring! Thank you xx

[dorothysay]

Hello dearie - just a couple comments
The word you’re seeking 3/4 of the way through, instead of ‘contradictions, ’ is ‘counter indications, ’ or ‘contraindication’. If you look up the distinctions you’ll see why 😍.
Can’t wait to download this great material !

[sarahbethjacobs]

I have been DYING for things like this! I’m so glad I am not the only one to put this much effort into my grimoire and herb studies. I’ve been a witch for over a decade now and I really appreciate you showing me I’m not crazy or OCD. I see so many people rattle off some crazy things about herbs and I don’t feel qualified to ever correct someone (we are always learning) but I am very cautious about uses I add for myself. I’m really only comfortable now with about 17 herbs from memory but I work nearly every few days on new ones and at least one more source. I’m still learning on what I consider the most trust worthy sites but I have some favorite books. Can you recommend one or two of your favorite web sources to me?

[angelashackelford]

I'm a holistic nutritionist who uses a lot of herbs in my practice and I have been exploring the connection between the medicinal side of things and just now learning about their spiritual properties. This was amazing for me!

[honeyvitagliano]

God I wish I was an artist too, your herbal book is absolutely stunning

[HealingDaysOracle]

Consider writing your own book, it’s all so useful. Thanks for sharing. 😊💕✨