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Nettle (Urtica dioica) is a herbaceous plant found in many places and known for its stinging hairs when touched. Despite this characteristic, the plant has long been valued and used in various cultures. Nettle is used in culinary preparations such as soup and herbal tea.
The plant is native to large parts of Europe, Asia, and Africa. The Latin name Urtica dioica refers to the plant's stinging properties. Historical and botanical sources describe both the leaves and the roots as being traditionally collected and processed.
Both nettle leaf and root hold a firm place in herbal tradition. Due to their natural composition and long history, these parts of the plant have been mentioned for centuries in ethnobotanical and historical accounts.

California poppy, also known as golden poppy (Eschscholtzia californica), is a plant with golden-yellow flowers belonging to the poppy family. The plant is native to California, which explains its name.
The aerial parts of the golden poppy contain various natural compounds, including quinolide alkaloids, rutin, phytosterols, carotenoids, and cyanogen glycosides. Indigenous peoples in North America used the plant for their traditional purposes.
Today, California poppy is used in herbal teas and other herbal preparations and is valued for its botanical characteristics and aromatic properties.

The Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris) belongs to the pine family (Pinaceae) and can reach an age of 200 to 300 years. This tree is known for its rich resin content and characteristic pine scent.
The needles and buds of the Scots pine contain natural compounds such as tannins, flavonoids, and vitamins. The tree's resin contains turpentine and a large number of monoterpenes, including α-pinene, β-pinene, and limonene, which are components of the tree's essential oil.
Scots pine is traditionally used in various applications, such as in aromatic products and in the production of pine oil. Both needles and buds are used in some traditional preparations for their fragrance and flavor.

Flaxseed is a nutritious seed known for its rich composition of fatty acids and other natural components. It contains a high level of omega-3 fatty acids, of which approximately 55% consists of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). In addition, approximately 20% of the fatty acid profile consists of omega-9 (oleic acid).
In addition to fatty acids, flaxseed also contains lignans (phytosterols), as well as tocopherols, carotenoids, and various minerals. This combination makes flaxseed a valuable plant-based food source.
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, omega-3 fatty acids contribute to the maintenance of normal cardiovascular function when consumed as part of a varied and balanced diet.

The white willow (Salix alba), also known as the "white willow" in English, is a common tree in the Netherlands. The bark of the willow naturally contains salicin, a glycoside identified as early as 1828 by the German pharmacist Johann Andreas Buchner.
The white willow is valued for its long history of use and is botanically interesting for its characteristic leaves and growth habit.

The birch (Betula) is a tree that has held a special place in European cultures and traditions for centuries. Historically, the birch was sometimes seen as a symbolic or even sacred tree, partly due to its role in seasonal rituals and folk customs.
In early spring, just before the tree begins to bud, birch sap can be tapped. This time coincides with the period when the sap flow is most active. Young birch leaves are also traditionally collected during this phase. Both the sap and the leaves are part of ancient customs and have long been described in botanical and herbal sources.
Birch leaves naturally contain various plant compounds, including flavonoids, saponins, and tannins.

Single herbal tincture made with dried herb of Leonurus cardiaca (Heartwort).
Heartwort (Leonurus cardiaca) is a fragrant perennial plant that belongs to the Lamiaceae family. Originating in Central Asia, this plant has spread throughout the world.
The leaves are suitable for seasoning pea and lentil soup, and were also used in the past to brew beer. 
The plant grows to a height of 30-90 cm and forms rhizomes and square stems with scattered hairs. The leaves, which are medium green in color, have three to seven lobes and are downy hairy on the underside.

Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata) is a plant native to Central and North America. Various parts of the plant have long been used in diverse cultures. Today, passionflower is also found in other parts of the world.
The striking flowers of Passiflora incarnata are edible and prized for their distinctive appearance. In autumn, the plant produces fruit, and the leaves are also edible. These leaves naturally contain various plant compounds, including tannins, flavanols, saponins, and choline, as well as minerals such as magnesium.
Passionflower is traditionally used in herbal cultures and is often incorporated into herbal teas and other herbal preparations.

Hibiscus (Hibiscus sabdariffa), also known as roselle, is used worldwide in both hot and cold beverages and as a natural flavoring and coloring agent in the food industry. The plant is especially prized for its fresh, tart flavor and striking deep red color.
Hibiscus sabdariffa L. is an annual shrub that can reach a height of over two meters. The plant typically has smooth, red-tinged stems and creamy to light yellow flowers that turn pink at the end of the day. After flowering, a characteristic red calyx develops, which is fleshy, crisp, and juicy. When this calyx fully develops and dries, it turns brown and bursts open.

Herbal tea composed of various herbs
Nice for early morning

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