Native plants provide valuable shelter and food for much of our local wildlife. These plants also have exciting applications in the treatments of many physical and mental ailments. In this presentation, Jerry Underhill, a practicing member of the American Herbalist Guild, examines the historical and traditional applications of plant-based medicines and the chemical compounds that support those uses. The program stretches our horizons to learn more about, and increase our appreciation for, our native plants.
If you are interested in learning more about native plants, visit the Native Plant Resources page, and be sure to come to the Spring Native Plant Sale at Morven Park on April 13, 2024, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm.
Resources mentioned during the presentation are listed below.
Herbal preparation e-book from Mountain Rose
How to plant and grow Ginseng – United Plant Savers
Ginseng growers in Virginia guidelines – Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Tried and True Native Plant Selections for the Mid-Atlantic – Master Gardeners of Northern Virginia
Native Plant Recommendations for the Mid-Atlantic – United States Botanic Garden
Herbal Adaptogens book – Adaptogens: Herbs For Strength, Stamina, and Stress Relief by David Winston and Steven