Linda Black Elk teaches us edible and medicinal uses for some common plants found on the Northern Plains. Slides: drive.google.com/file/d/1c9o7... Two-hour online class held on March 16, 2021.
HAIR RINSE RECIPE: Here is the recipe: Hair Rinse Mix 3 parts Nettles leaf (Urtica dioica), 3 parts Horsetail herb (Equisetum spp), one part Yucca root (Yucca glauca), and 1 part Rosemary leaf (Rosmarinus officinalis) in a large jar. Take 2 Tablespoons of the mixture and pour 1 quart of hot water over it. Let stand for 10 minutes. Strain well. Pour 1 cup of tea on the hair after showering, massage it into the scalp, and let it dry in the hair. Keep extra tea in the refrigerator and warm slightly before using. ADDITIONAL RECIPES: drive.google.com/file/d/1c9o78YlJoQ3HTg2qn9o4GEkjEdrqQTag/view
The fear of poisoning one’s self was not even an issue as children and we survived (GenX Strong 🤣), but as adults we have been conditioned to think everything outside the norm, and what is presented to us by the mainstream is downright dangerous. In the PNW I learned early on the difference between poison oak and ivy and look alike plants that are benign or beneficial. I’m still learning about which wild grapes are safe. Water hemlock has always been a fear, but I just don’t eat wild carrots or anything similar. I want to learn about the differences though, and will as I traverse up the hills on this new journey. Thank you to all of you for your vast amounts of knowledge. ❤❤❤
I have been experiencing such medical illnesses due to nerve damage from a horrible traumatic accident. Long story short the health care system has not been kind to me. I recently started growing all I can and I can say WOW 😊 all this has greatly helped me not to stress what they say is going on and to remember my roots!! Thank you so very much. ❤
I'm thankful that I was led to this video. I enjoy learning from different types of people. This is confirmation that the universe provides us with everything we need to heal ourselves 😊❤
Finding you almost 3 years later to the date! Love all the knowledge that was shared. I am not not native and actually my family came in the early 1900s but I appreciate the native culture. Thank you!
Just subscribed to your wonderful channel. Listening to you share about rose hips reminded me that one can use the petals to make “ beads” from them , string them and they smell beautiful to wear. Made a necklace once for a bride ….
I don’t know why this is just now showing up but it is wonderful! Linda should be very proud as we are of her. I’m in NE Oklahoma and have most of these plants here and use most of them.
I just read the study on the anti cancer properties and holy cow I've never read a study that so assertively concluded a natural remedies effectiveness.
Your message gives me hope. If I should be diagnosed wth cancer it’s good to know natural remedies such as dandelions. I plan on using ground dandelions and flax seeds for preventative care.
I enjoyed every minute, joke, story, and scientific discussion regarding your land. Amazing how it sounds right to me when you explain it. I hope to hear YOUR nations explaining YOUR land MORE often--as the standard. I ❤ you all for your kindness. Wish I could return the favor with land back...still praying. ❤❤❤❤
So very delightful, thank you. Smiles as we have more daylight hours, as Ive began daydreaming of snow melt seasons ahead and looking forward to the Sun higher in the sky, as meadows, prairies and gardens begin sprouting and becoming lush again. Ode to our seaons and to the beauty and medicines abound....... Todays talking "took" me on a mini vaction from my home in snow country, much appreciated☺️
Love your channel!! One side of my family is from North Dakota but I live in Washington state. We have allot of the same plants you do. I grow allot of medicinals and love your simple refreshing way of educating!! Thanks for sharing
So glad I found you and your class was amazing really loved it. I am excited to learn more and dive into the world of plant medicine. Thank you very grateful
I’m a beginner too, you can really eat every part of the dandelion. News to me about eating the stems, drinking ground up roots and or leaves, the promising study of cancer treatment. If it shrinks cancer cells I plan on using it for prevention.
I love nettles. I have added then to my stew and greens as well as tea. Dandilions are awesome too. I use them in tea coffee and enimas a well as my greens.
so wonderful to hear your stories, especially from your elders. Glad to know that wisdom isn’t being lost. Have you heard of Jason Boutenko’s book about wild edibles? He says a lot of similar things.
I just found this video and I love it. So much great information, thank you. I wanted to know where you get your rose hip and if anyone knows where to obtain wild roses or is there a substitute. I am in northern central Arkansas.
I am in western Washington. We are already harvesting nettles. So much to harvest this time of year. I am growing several varieties of sage as I couldn't decide on which one I wanted. I am tempted to trade for some white sage seeds with a friend in South Dakota.
You can use Apple Cider Vinegar to make Extracts instead of alcohol, if you choose - preferably one made from the whole Apple, complete with the Mother.
Nettle sounds great, but with dandelion I can have cookies, fritters, spaghetti and even coffee ! And the flowers are bright and beautiful ! I think if I had to choose just one plant it would have to be the dandelion 🙂
I always take everything with a grain of salt and with curiosity and eagerness to learn. It is appreciated to have shared info but it always must be vetted no matter who is the expert.
Thank you for this presentation. With dandelions, can you use all the varieties for medicine and food, that grow or only the short one in your pictures?
The hairs are silica but there is a triplicate of compounds on the hairs that are powerfully anti-inflammatory and, when combined, are amazing for preventing and treating inflammation… including arthritis.
❤❤❤🎉 Oh yes, I love them.And I also love gathering Rose.Hips for vitamin C for my children in the winter.I never took my kids to doctors and they don't take their kids to doctors that much unless we eat out of the store a lot a
Hi Linda, I'm Asha from Mauritius Island. As my daughter is suffering from keloid since over 2 years years now, so I would like to know if their is any specific plants or herbal preparation you can suggest please. Ty so much. I love your videos. ❤️ 🌹 Stay blessed and safe always with family and friends. 🙏
Hi Asha! I’ve had some success with a poultice of honey, onion, and garlic … all mashed together into a paste and applied daily. Also… gotu kola creams work well.
So very interesting and informative. People forget that a lot of medicines are made from plants. There are years when digitalis is scarce because they've had a bad foxglove harvest. I grew up foraging for berries and other fruits and herbs, I need to get back into it. I grew up in the northeast and know those plants. Now I live in Florida can you recommend anyone who is in the Southeastern section for information
There is nothing but pine trees and not many of the medicinal kind. Florida don't like having wild edibles in the wild to keep control and order. Even the parks are bare from wild medice or edibles.
Florida is an absolute wealth and abundance of edible and medicinal plants. There are a number of Native teachers down that way. Susan Anderson is a Native elder who works with plants. If I were you, I would definitely ask Native people for more info … if they’re willing to share.
My mother- in- law made me a very bitter tea for my UTI, I was bleeding and feverish. Overnight I felt cured she made it for me the 2 nd night again. I was so amazed at how fast it had worked. I had been a bed wetter since I could remember. Please do you have any idea of what this herb might have been?
