Rhianna Quanstrom
Herbalist, Gardener, & Creative Writer
About Me
Nature is one of our greatest healers and teachers. As an herbalist, my mission is to bridge the healing capacities of nature to my community. Through the words I write and the formulas I craft, I offer new (yet ancient) pathways to health and encourage all those who read my words to reach into the natural world around them.
I’ve been studying herbalism for three and a half years, and I am currently enrolled in The Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine and The School of Evolutionary Herbalism. I’ve grown and tended vibrant medicinal and vegetable gardens using organic methods. Growing food and medicine is one of my favorite activities.
I hope to inspire others to grow their own food and medicine, to get their hands dirty, and to remember what it feels like to be connected to this living earth.
Areas of Expertise
Black Cohosh
With its graceful white plumes dancing on tall stalks, black cohosh is like a maiden in the forest. Delicate and…
St. John’s Wort
A flower of the sun, a light to lead one out of the dark, St. John’s Wort is a medicinal…
Wood Betony
Once widely recognized and revered, wood betony was one of the top medicinal and magical herbs in Medieval times. Now,…
Marshmallow
Marshmallow is a pleasure to grow in the garden. With its small, hibiscus-like flowers, wonderfully soft leaves, and towering stalks,…
Chamomile
Chamomile is the most widely known medicinal herb due to its popularity as an herbal tea. Because chamomile is so…
Heart Healing Herbs
The heart is the sustainer of life. All bodily functions are synchronized to the electromagnetic rhythm of the heart. It…
Top Herbs for Depression: Herbal Support for Mental Health
Depression is a complicated topic. It can take many forms and manifest differently for each individual. Depression also arises for…
Herbs For Nervous System Balance
The nervous system is a critical aspect of our health. It is the body’s command center that permeates and influences…
Yarrow
Yarrow was one of the first wild medicinal plants I identified when I first began learning about herbs. I was…
Skullcap
When observing skullcap, you must close to the damp earth - amongst the weeds and tall grasses to view this…
Lemon Balm
Walking along the forest trail, under dappled shade, and atop damp soils, you might find the lovely lemon balm. Growing…
Growing a Medicinal Herb Garden
The art of gardening, whether you’re growing medicinal plants or vegetables, is one of the most rewarding endeavors to embark…
Top Herbs to Boost the Immune System
The immune system is truly remarkable. Day in and day out, it works to protect us against pathogens, keep immune…