Apothecary

From bright and floral to bold and bitter, join our tea tasting series curated by House of Healing, here at the Pineville Farm Stand. Each session is immersive and educational, sharing traditional uses, preparation methods, and the many ways teas can help support the body.   Walk-ins welcomed, pre-registration encouraged.

Pineville Farm Stand
1634 Military Hwy Pineville
 

Join this hands-on facial workshop to: learn face fitness exercises that improve circulation, discover which clay masks are best for your skin type, experience the benefits of botanical steams, and practice massage techniques to relax and shape the muscles in and around your face.

After-care products available for purchase.
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Create fizzy fun in our Bath Bomb Basics course! Mix, mold, and make your own colorful, scented, and botanical-infused bath bombs. We’ll provide all the materials—just bring a container to carry your creations home to cure.

After-care products available for purchase.
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These kits offer herbs for either a facial steam or to add to a hot bath. Some offer Kaolin Clay (good for all skin types) and others have the addition of Bentonite (for oily prone skin). Kits with jojoba make for great moisturizing addition. 

Suggested use: Pour clay into a small bowl and gradually add water until desired consistancy. 

These Kaolin clay + organic Tumeric masks are lovely for both cleansing and toning. The herbal satchel can be used in a bath or facial steam. 

Suggested use: Mix Kaolin + Tumeric in a small bowl and gradually add water until desired consistancy.

Used to support cognitive function, memory, and nervous system health. Traditionally valued for digestive and gut-lining support. May support focus and mental clarity over time.

Suggested use: Capsules 1–2 daily preferrably in the morning; powder ½–1 tsp daily in food or beverage; tincture 1–2 mL, 1–2× daily.

Traditionally used to support healthy inflammatory response, joint comfort, and digestion. Contains curcuminoids with antioxidant activity. Commonly used for overall musculoskeletal and metabolic support.

Suggested use: Capsules 1–2 daily with food; powder ½–1 tsp daily in food or tea; tincture 2–4 mL, 1–2× daily.

Adaptogenic herb traditionally used to support stress response, energy balance, and adrenal health. May support sleep quality and overall vitality. Commonly used for long-term stress support.
 

Suggested use: Capsules 1–2 daily; powder ½–1 tsp daily in warm milk or water; tincture 2–4 mL, 1–2× daily.

Traditionally used to support healthy digestion and metabolic function. Commonly used to support healthy blood sugar balance. Also valued for soothing the gastrointestinal tract.

Suggested use: Tea or decoction 1 cup daily; capsules 1–2 daily; powder ½–1 tsp daily in food; tincture 2–4 mL, 1–2× daily.

Temporarily out of stock.
Nourishing nervine traditionally used to support nervous system health, stress resilience, and mental fatigue. Often used during periods of emotional or cognitive depletion. Gentle and suitable for long-term daily use.

Suggested use: Tincture 2–5 mL, 1–2× daily; capsules 1–2 daily; infusion 1 cup daily.

Traditionally used to support mood, relaxation, and healthy libido. Also used for mild nervous tension and digestive support. Historically valued as a tonic for the nervous and reproductive systems.

Suggested use: Tea 1 cup daily; tincture 2–4 mL, 1–2× daily; capsules 1–2 daily.

Traditionally used to support sleep quality and relaxation. Commonly used for nervous tension and restlessness. Known for its sedative effects on the nervous system.

Suggested use: Tea 1 cup in the evening; tincture 2–5 mL before bed; capsules 1–2 in the evening.

Traditionally used to support relaxation, digestive comfort, and healthy sleep. Known for its gentle calming effects on the nervous system. Commonly used for occasional stomach upset and tension.

Suggested use: Tea 1–3 cups daily; tincture 2–4 mL, 1–2× daily; capsules 1–2 daily.

Traditionally used to support immune function and a healthy inflammatory response. Historically valued in South American herbalism for joint and connective tissue support. Commonly used short-term or seasonally.

Suggested use: Capsules 1 daily; or tea/decoction 1 cup daily; or tincture 1–2 mL, 1–2× daily.

Traditionally used to support digestion and metabolic balance. Rich in antioxidants and commonly used in Ayurvedic and culinary traditions. Often taken as a food-based daily tonic.

Suggested use: Capsules 1 daily; or powdered leaf added to food daily; or tea 1 cup daily.

Traditionally used to support lymphatic movement and gentle detoxification. Commonly used for skin health and hormonal balance, especially in transitional life stages. Considered a mild, nourishing herb for longer-term use.

Suggested use: Capsules 1 daily; or infusion 1–2 cups daily; or tincture 2–4 mL, up to 2× daily.

Traditionally used to support nervous system calm and sleep quality. Often used for racing thoughts, restlessness, and stress-related tension. Non-habit forming and gentle.

Suggested use: Tea 1 cup in the evening; tincture 2–5 mL, up to 3× daily; capsules 1–2 daily.

Traditionally used to support emotional balance, heart health, and gentle digestive soothing. Aromatic and mildly astringent, often used for stress and grief support. Nourishing and gentle.

Suggested use: Tea or infusion 1–2 cups daily; tincture 1–2 mL, 1–2× daily; culinary use as desired.

Adaptogenic herb traditionally used to support stress response, immune function, and mental clarity. Commonly used for resilience during emotional or environmental stress. Suitable for regular use.

Suggested use: Tea 1–3 cups daily; tincture 2–4 mL, 1–2× daily; capsules 1–2 daily.

Used to soothe gastrointestinal and throat irritation by coating and protecting tissues. Traditionally used for digestive discomfort and dryness. Take separately from medications and supplements.

Suggested use: Powder ½–1 tsp mixed with water or gruel, 1–2× daily; capsules 1–2 daily.

Traditionally used to soothe and protect mucous membranes of the digestive, respiratory, and urinary tracts. High mucilage content supports tissue moisture and comfort. Best extracted cold or gently.

Suggested use: Cold infusion 1–2 cups daily; capsules 1–2 daily; powder ½–1 tsp mixed in water, taken away from medications.

Traditionally used to support respiratory function, cough relief, and expectoration. Also valued as a bitter for digestive and appetite support. Strongly bitter in taste.

Suggested use: Tea 1 cup daily; tincture 1–2 mL, up to 3× daily; capsules 1–2 daily.

Traditionally used to support nervous system calm, digestive ease, and mood balance. Often used for stress-related tension, occasional bloating, and restlessness. Gently uplifting and suitable for regular use.

Suggested use: Tea 1–3 cups daily; tincture 2–4 mL, 1–3× daily; capsules 1–2 daily; fresh leaf culinary use as desired.

Traditionally used to support cardiovascular health and healthy blood pressure already within normal range. Rich in antioxidants and often used for cooling and hydration. Popular as a tart, refreshing infusion.

Suggested use: Tea 1–3 cups daily (hot or iced); cold infusion overnight; capsules 1–2 daily; syrup preparation as desired.

Adaptogenic herb traditionally used to support stress resilience, immune function, and mental clarity. Often used during periods of emotional or environmental stress. Suitable for consistent daily use.

Suggested use: Tea 1–3 cups daily; tincture 2–4 mL, 1–2× daily; capsules 1–2 daily.

Traditionally used to support nervous system relaxation and muscle tension relief. Often used for stress, nervous agitation, and sleep support. Best known as a gentle nervine.

Suggested use: Tea 1 cup up to 3× daily; tincture 2–5 mL, up to 3× daily; capsules 1–2 daily.

Nutrient-dense herb traditionally used to support mineral replenishment, seasonal wellness, and urinary tract health. Often used as a long-term nourishing tonic. Mildly diuretic and deeply nutritive.

Suggested use: Infusion 1–2 cups daily (1 tbsp per cup, steep 20+ minutes); capsules 1–2 daily; tincture 2–4

Traditionally used as a nourishing tonic for the nervous system. Often taken during periods of stress, depletion, or mental fatigue to support steady energy and emotional balance. Rich in minerals and considered gentle enough for long-term use. Distinct from milky oats, green tops are more nutritive than restorative to acute burnout states.
 

Suggested use: Infusion 1–2 cups daily (1 tbsp per cup, steep 20+ minutes); tincture 2–5 mL, 1–2× daily; capsules 1–2 daily.

Adaptogenic root traditionally used to support stress resilience, mental stamina, and balanced energy. Often used for fatigue associated with overwork or prolonged stress. May support focus and physical endurance without being strongly stimulating. Best suited for daytime use and shorter cycles rather than continuous long-term use.

Suggested use: Capsules 1 daily in the morning; decoction 1 cup daily (simmer 10–15 minutes); tincture 1–2 mL, 1–2× daily earlier in the day.

Traditionally used to support circulation, digestion, and healthy blood sugar already within normal range. Warming, aromatic, and carminative. Commonly used in decoctions and culinary preparations.

Suggested use: Decoction 1 cup daily (simmer stick 10–20 minutes); tincture 1–2 mL, 1–2× daily; culinary use as desired.

Traditionally used to support seasonal wellness, upper respiratory comfort, and healthy sweating during colds. Often combined with mint or yarrow in traditional formulas. Light, floral, and gently diaphoretic. Suitable for short-term or seasonal use.

Suggested use: Tea 1–3 cups daily; tincture 2–4 mL, up to 3× daily; infusion taken warm during seasonal discomfort.

Traditionally used to support immune and respiratory health. Valued in Western herbalism for its antimicrobial properties and affinity for the lungs and sinuses. Typically prepared as a tincture or decoction due to its tough, lichen structure. More often used short-term during acute need.

Suggested use: Decoction simmered 15–20 minutes; tincture 1–3 mL, up to 3× daily; less commonly used in capsules.

Traditionally used to support immune and respiratory health. Valued in Western herbalism for its antimicrobial properties and affinity for the lungs and sinuses. Typically prepared as a tincture or decoction due to its tough, lichen structure. More often used short-term during acute need.

Suggested use: Decoction simmered 15–20 minutes; tincture 1–3 mL, up to 3× daily; less commonly used in capsules.

Traditionally used topically for minor wounds and skin irritation due to its soft, absorbent leaves. Mildly astringent and soothing when applied externally. Less commonly used internally in modern herbal practice.

Suggested use: Fresh leaf applied topically as needed; infused oil or poultice for external use.

Traditionally used to support digestion, circulation, and mild nervous tension. Lightly antimicrobial and refreshing, commonly used in culinary and herbal teas. Uplifting and gently warming.

Suggested use: Tea 1–3 cups daily (steep 10–15 minutes); decoction 10 minutes for stronger extraction; tincture 2–4 mL, 1–2× daily.