The world of folk medicine is a living tapestry woven from generations of knowledge, rituals, and botanical wisdom. At its heart lies a profound connection to the land and its native plants, a relationship that has shaped healing practices for millennia. Today, as we turn to herbal remedies for wellness, we are often unwittingly drawing from traditions that stretch back to the ancient Celts and Germanic tribes. Remarkably, nearly half of the plant species still used in modern herbal medicine were already recognized and utilized by these early European peoples, highlighting the enduring legacy of their healing heritage.
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