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Wild Herbalism & Medicine Making

Step into the ultimate classroom. Our immersive 3-day course in Wild Herbalism & Medicine Making invites you to step off the beaten path and dive deep into the green world.
Nestled in the vibrant heart of Costa Rica, this hands-on weekend intensive bridges ancient plant wisdom with practical, modern kitchen alchemy.
Whether you are looking to deepen your personal wellness routine or take your first steps toward a professional botanical practice, this journey will give you the confidence to trust the medicine growing right under your feet.

A plant per day in Costa Rica

Selected medicines of the jungle for common ailments

It is not easy to pick just a few medicinal plants from the many in Costa Rica’s biosphere. The knowledge of jungle remedies is very strong in rural areas, and even botanists are puzzled by new species discovered every year. I love, use, and know well some versatile ethnobotanicals in my practice. These plants are very versatile, as they don’t serve only one purpose; they may be food and medicine too. Some of my favorite species are also used as a sacrament or connected to rituals. When planning a new medicinal garden, I always want to include them. You’ll see why.

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