Blue Ridge School of Herbal Medicine

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Blue Ridge School of Herbal Medicine

Blending the best of Chinese and American herbal medicine, with a focus on regional plants.

08/06/2025

During this internship, you’ll spend one day each week visiting beautiful and diverse locations, from rich woods to high mountain balds. We will learn how to recognize different plant communities and what the individual plants can offer us. Our focus will be on medicinal plants primarily but will also cover edible plants, mushrooms, and nature awareness.

This program is limited to 12 students for a more intimate experience.

Apply today by going to www.blueridgeschool.org or by following the link in bio.

08/01/2025

One of the most cherished days in our Holistic Herbalism program is our visit to Kestrel Herb Farm. Students begin with a guided plant walk, then spend the afternoon harvesting herbs and crafting their own medicines—all surrounded by breathtaking beauty.

If you're curious about how to identify, harvest, and prepare remedies from medicinal plants and flowers, explore our offerings by clicking the link in our bio.

07/30/2025

Joining any of our programs comes with a special perk—quality time with our beloved class mascots. 🐔

07/25/2025

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07/23/2025

Throwback to that time one of our students whipped up Persian Love Cookies—made with rose water and sprinkled with dried rose petals. 😍 A dream come true for all of us rose lovers out there! Who else enjoys cooking with rose? SHARE YOUR FAVORITE ROSE RECIPES in the comments below👇🌹

07/18/2025

Our students learn the art and science of tincture making. We teach them macerations and percolation.

If you are interested in learning how to make herbal medicine, follow the link in our bio or go to www.blueridgeschool.org to view the programs we offer.

07/16/2025

We hope everyone is enjoying their summer. ☀️

May your summer be filled with cinnamon warmth, wonder, and sun-kissed memories.

07/11/2025

This program is limited to 12 students for a more intimate experience.

For more information, or to apply, follow the link in our bio or go to www.blueridgeschool.org

07/09/2025

Ghost pipe (Monotropa uniflora) also known as Indian pipe or co**se plant, is a fascinating, non-photosynthetic plant. This allows ghost pipe to survive without chlorophyll, giving it that ghostly white appearance. It doesn't rely on sunlight for energy - instead, it forms a parasitic relationship with fungi, which in turn connect to tree roots, allowing ghost pipe to indirectly draw nutrients from the forest.

This is a strong medicine that is often used in extenuating circumstances. Ghost pipe has been used to help facilitate an out-of-body experience when needed, particularly in response to trauma or overwhelming emotional pain. It is also sometimes used as a substitute for opioids in situations of high levels of physical pain.

Ghost pipe is not classified as endangered, but it is considered "at risk" in many regions. We always encourage others to keep this in mind before using as medicine. There are often other viable substitutes that are more abundant.

Who has tried this plant and what has been your experience with it? Tell us in the comments below👇

07/04/2025

As a testament to the resilience associated with the 4th of July, we want to play a game!

Name that resilient💪 herb on CoreyPine's shirt! Put your answers in the comments below!!👇

07/02/2025

Urtica chamaedryoides, commonly known as heartleaf nettle or dwarf stinging nettle, is a species of flowering plant in the Urticaceae family. It is native to the southeastern United States and northern Mexico, often found in rich, moist wooded areas. This photo was taken during my trip at Florida Earthskills Gathering

Traditionally, Urtica chamaedryoides has been used to treat allergies and respiratory issues. Who is familiar with this plant?

06/27/2025

When you learn about the wild plants, you start seeing the world with new eyes – there is food, medicine, and healing all around, whether you’re in the woods or in the city. See what the wild plants can offer and learn how to identify, harvest and make food and medicine with them - join our Fall Wild Medicine Internship.

During this internship, you’ll spend one day each week visiting beautiful and diverse locations, from rich woods to high mountain balds. We will learn how to recognize different plant communities and what the individual plants can offer us.

Follow the link in our bio or go to www.blueridgeschool.org

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Asheville, NC

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+18285050032

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http://www.blueridgeschool.org/

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