5 Wisconsin Herbs Every Herbalist Should Know This Fall

5 Wisconsin Herbs Every Herbalist Should Know This Fall

🍂 5 Wisconsin Herbs Every Herbalist Should Know This Fall

As summer slips into golden autumn, the Wisconsin landscape bursts with herbal allies ready to support our seasonal transitions. Whether you’re new to wildcrafting or a seasoned forager, these five plants are essential for your fall apothecary.

🍁 1. Goldenrod (Solidago spp.)

Goldenrod blooming with bright yellow flowers in a Wisconsin field

Often mistaken for a hay fever trigger (that’s ragweed’s job), goldenrod’s bright yellow blooms arrive just when we need gentle lymphatic and respiratory support. Its astringent, anti-inflammatory properties make it a beautiful addition to steams, salves, and teas.

🌿 2. Plantain (Plantago major/lanceolata)

Plantain herb with broad green leaves growing in soil

This resilient weed stays strong into fall. Known as the “green bandage,” plantain helps draw out irritants and soothe skin. We infuse it into our Soothing Salve to calm seasonal scrapes, stings, and chapped hands.

🌼 3. Calendula (Calendula officinalis)

Calendula flower with bright orange petals blooming in a garden

While not native to Wisconsin, calendula thrives in fall gardens. Its golden petals are beloved for skin care and lymphatic movement. Dry and store them for winter oil infusions or teas that brighten gray days.

🌲 4. Pine & Spruce Needles

Close-up of pine and spruce needles in a Wisconsin forest

Don’t overlook the evergreen! As leaves fall, our conifers stand tall. Their needles offer gentle antimicrobial properties and vitamin C—perfect for salves, teas, or steams. We use pine and spruce infusions in our Soothing Salve to deliver nourishing, forest-fresh moisture that’s perfect for dry, wind-exposed skin.

🌰 5. Burdock Root (Arctium spp.)

Freshly harvested burdock roots with large green leaves

This fall-harvested root is a deep detoxifier. Rich in inulin and grounding energy, burdock supports the skin, liver, and digestive system. Wildcrafters: dig responsibly and only where safe from toxins.

🛒 Herbal Helpers for the Season

Fall is the perfect time to stock up on skin-loving salves for dry air and seasonal transitions. Both our handcrafted salves are available now in 2 oz gold tins—Wisconsin-made, wild-infused, and ready to support your skin through the seasons.

This post is for educational purposes only and not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult your healthcare provider before using herbs if pregnant, nursing, or taking medications.

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