Indian Pipe, also known as Ghost Pipe is a very interesting wild flower. for many years I believed it to be in the mushroom family. Indian Pipe is a very special, sacred medicine, it is for sure one of prettiest little plants out there. They typically grow in large groups. I will say this is a powerful medicine, nervine and sedative and should be used with caution in regards to dosing. It may have toxic compounds. I use it only as needed. Some it’s benefits include:
*Aids against restlessness, anxiety and depression
*Pain relief
*Helps nervous irritability
*Relieve migraine headaches
Helpful links:
https://www.homeopathyschool.com/the-school/provings/indian-pipe/
Usnea is a very common lichen found all over the forest. It’s also known as Old Mans Beard. There is a Cherokee belief that one should never gather Usnea from the tree but rather from the ground, when it is rightfully offered. Usnea has a range of benefits including:
*Weight loss
*Fever Control
*Pain relief
*Wound healing
*Fights infections and colds
*Fights sore mouth and throat
*Anti-Viral, Anti-Fungal
Helpful Links:
https://www.herbalremediesadvice.org/usnea-herb.html
Both of these herbs can be used as a tea or tincture.