The Apothecary

Plant family: Cupressaceae
Latin name: Juniperus virginia
Origin: USA
Plant part (steam distilled): Wood

Physical Attributes: 
Wound Healer. Addresses skin problems such as eczema and psoriasis. Helps Relieves bronchitis, sinusitis, and coughs. Insect repellent. When used with essences like Ylang Ylang, Lavender, and Foraha, helps with scalp health and hair growth. All cedars calm the nervous system and aids in adrenal support.

Energetic/Spiritual Attributes: 
Nervine. Clears and supports our energy field, and helps identify and address emotional security issues. Relieves stress and fatigue. Works with Security Issues.

Plant family: Cistaceae

Latin name: Cistus landaniferus

Origin: France/Spain

Plant part (steam distilled): Leaves and branches

Cistus has been valued for centuries as a powerful ally for skin repair and immune support. Traditionally used in herbal and aromatic medicine, this resinous Mediterranean plant produces an oil respected for helping the body respond to injury, irritation, and imbalance.

One of the most well-known qualities of Cistus is its ability to support the skin’s natural healing processes. It has long been considered a helpful oil to keep in a natural first-aid kit, often used for minor cuts, abrasions, and irritated skin. Many practitioners also appreciate Cistus in facial care for its toning qualities and its support of sensitive, mature, or troubled skin.

Beyond skin care, Cistus offers broader support for the body. Traditionally it has been used to support the respiratory system during colds, coughs, and bronchial congestion, and is often considered a strong ally for the immune system. Its anti-inflammatory nature can also make it helpful in blends for joint discomfort, muscle aches, and recovery.

Energetically, Cistus is deeply grounding. Many people turn to this oil during times of shock, trauma, or emotional overwhelm. It helps stabilize the system and reconnect us with a sense of inner strength and resilience.

Plant family: Ranunculaceae
Latin name: Nigella sativa
Origin: Egypt
Plant part (Cold or Warm Expressed): Seeds

Physical Attributes: 
Excellent support for the immune system. Highly anti-viral, energizing to the entire system.

Recent research on the beneficial effects of black cumin seed oil includes skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis, candida, digestive issues, and balancing blood pressure. Its compounds include nigellone and thymoquinone, which are the focus of many studies, but it also contains myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, palmitoleic acid, oleic acid, linoleic acid, arachidonic acid, proteins (approx. 20%) and vitamins B1, B2, B3, calcium, folate, iron, copper, zinc and phosphorus. Black Cumin has been known for centuries to strengthen and support healthy hair and hair growth.

Powerful for Immune System.

Plant family: Burseraceae

Latin name: Boswellia carterii

Origin: Somalia

Plant part (steam distilled): Gum resin

Anti-viral/bacterial/spasmodic/depression. Key anti-cancer essence. Supports the immune system. Analgesic. Eases bruises and burns. Supports joint health. Aids scar tissue and wound healing including basal and squamous melanomas. Expansion of 6th and 7th Chakras. Excellent for addressing issues of brain health, balance, and functioning, including memory. Known for centuries as an aid to accessing the unseen world, the angelic realm, and higher consciousness.

Incredible for meditation and looking deeply within.

Plant family: Zingiberaceae

Latin name: Zingiber officinale

Origin: Sri Lanka 

Plant part (steam distilled): Peel and whole crushed fruit

A Queen for digestion and stomach disorders. Promotes circulation. Chi warmer. Relieves sea & car sickness, nausea, anorexia, and impotence. Aphrodisiac, insecticide, stimulant. Can be skin sensitive. Works to balance and enliven the third chakra. Emotionally, assists us with resolve.

Plant family: Lamiaceae

Latin name: Lavendula vera, angustifolia

Origin: France

Plant part (steam distilled): Flowering tops

Facilitates & helps as high nervine, headache, asthma, inflammation, deep resonance, anti toxic, anti oxidant, dermatitis, hair loss, baldness. Gallbladder detox, subdues brain & spinal over-excitation, heart strengthening, promotes scar & wound healing. Amazing aid for burns

All Lavenders & Lavandin’s speak to teaching us the many different levels of Self- Love.

Plant family: Rutaceae

Latin name: Citrus aurantifolia

Origin: Mexico

Plant part (steam distilled): Rind/Peel of fresh juiced limes

Facilitates & helps balances pH, nervine, antiviral, anti bacterial, anti fungal, mental clarity, addictions, cellulite, revive, anti- cancer, anti tumoric. Gas, skin parasites, intestinal worms insomnia. Uplifter, beautiful for depression, loss of something dear, jet lag.

Clarity of purpose.

Plant family: Lamiaceae

Latin name: Mentha piperita poivree

Origin: France

Plant part (Steam Distilled): Flowering Tops and Some Stems

Anti-viral/inflammatory/depressant/spasmodic. Icy/hot body coolant. Very powerful Peppermint! Eases muscle pain and clears sinuses. Used for vertigo, memory, headaches, nausea, and repelling bugs. Increases energy, supports digestion, alleviates headaches, and cools a quick temper. Great for mental clarity and deep insight.

Plant family: Pinaceae

Latin name:

Origin: Canada

Plant part (Steam Distilled): Branches, Needles, Gum Resin

Anti-viral/bacterial/inflammatory. Natural cortisone. Grounding and centering. Used for low back pain, respiratory issues, and asthma. Emotionally and spiritually, opens and balances the throat chakra helping you to speak your truth or speak truth to power. Awesome spirit friend, Angel awareness.

Has natural cortisone chemo types. 5th Chakra. Opens communication. Speaking your truth in love. Spiritual friend. Grounding.

Plant family: Annonaceae

Latin name: Cananga odorata

Origin: Madagascar

Plant part (Steam Distilled): Flowers

Helps with heart issues such as rapid or irregular heartbeat and heartache. Calming and soothing. Promotes restful sleep. Aphrodisiac. She helps you find the answer to the question “What would love do now?”

Helps support the heart on all levels.