Herbalism’s Roots in Divination and Preservation for Present Use

Divination for health is not new or abstract. It has long been practiced in Indigenous communities as the foundation of herbalism. Before scientific identification of phytochemicals, many experienced plants “talking” to them or received some type of divine guidance. The practice of divining answers for spiritual and physical health should not be lost to the growing reliance on scientific research. Both pathways are advantageous for supporting the individual.