Online Courses
Learning about medicinal plants shouldn’t be limited by distance. Online learning makes it possible to explore plant identification, traditional and contemporary uses, responsible practices, and other herbal topics from wherever you are. Whether travel, location, work, family responsibilities, or mobility make attending in person difficult, virtual courses offer a flexible way to learn from experienced educators, deepen your connection with plants, and become part of a community of learners.
Conferences and Workshops
Take your herbal learning beyond the classroom by exploring conferences, workshops, and gatherings held throughout the Midwest. These events offer opportunities to learn from experienced herbalists, educators, growers, and practitioners while discovering new approaches to medicinal plants and herbalism. Whether you are just beginning or continuing your education, these gatherings are a wonderful way to expand your knowledge, make connections, and become part of a growing community of plant enthusiasts.
Private Lessons
For those seeking a more personalized learning experience, private lessons offer the opportunity to learn directly from an experienced instructor at your own pace. Some instructors are available for individual teaching and mentorship, either online or in person, allowing lessons to be tailored to your interests, experience, and learning goals. One-on-one guidance can provide a supportive space to ask questions, build practical knowledge, and deepen your understanding of medicinal plants.
Materia Medica
Materia Medica comes from the Latin phrase meaning, ‘medical material’. The practice of documenting the medicinal uses of plants goes back 1,500 years. Each plant is designated to it’s own Materia Medical document which includes the botanical name, geographical origin, parts used, preparation methods, dosage information, safety considerations and cited sources. Documents may also include information such as indigenous uses, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurveda references, culinary uses, dyeing, farming, foraging and even veterinary uses!
Glossary
Key terms related to the field of medicinal plants