Herbs & Spices

Botanical Name: Withania somnifera Origin: IndiaProduction: Our cut and sifted Ashwagandha is made exclusively from the roots of the plant. A member of the nightshade family (which also includes tomatoes), Ashwagandha is a hardy shrub with oval leaves, yellow flowers,...

Botanical Name: Camellia sinensisCountry of Origin: India Putharjhora Tea offers a distinctive twist on classic Assam, known for its rich, malty flavor and bright amber liquor. This single-estate tea is organically cultivated and carefully processed to preserve its bold character...

Botanical Name: Camellia sinensisVariety: Tonganagaon estate, a small tea garden located near the Namdapha National Park, one of the richest areas of biodiversity in all of India.Origin: India, Assam regionTonganagaon Tea is a premium single-estate Assam known for its rich, malty...

Botanical Name: Astragalus membranaceusOrigin: ChinaProduction: Astragalus is an herbaceous perennial grown on sunny mountainsides for several years before being harvested, dried, and sliced or powdered.Qualities: Astragalus is widely used in Chinese medicine for a variety of ailments and functions. It...

Botanical Name: Astragalus membranaceusOrigin: ChinaProduction: Astragalus is an herbaceous perennial grown on sunny mountainsides for several years before being harvested, dried, and sliced/powdered. Qualities: While clinically proven data is lacking, astragalus is widely used in traditional Chinese medicine for a...

Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicumOrigin: EgyptProduction: The basil plant is native to India. It is a herb with silky green leaves and white blossoms that is part of the mint family. Qualities: Basil has a strong, sweet, aroma and flavor, sometimes...

Botanical Name: Laurus nobilisOrigin: TurkeyProduction: Bay leaves come from a flowering evergreen tree that has glabrous leaves and is native to the Mediterranean region. Qualities: Aromatic bay leaves are often used in food preparations to add flavor to dishes. In...

Botanical Name: Apis mellificaOrigin: SpainProduction: This organic, raw bee pollen was collected from Cistus blossoms (aka Rock Rose). Beekeepers then ethically harvest the pollen by gently removing it from the hives without harming the bees or disturbing their routine. The pollen is carefully...

Origin: Canada. Harvested in an area of Northern Alberta far away from any commercial farming or industries producing or utilizing chemicals. Production: Wooden frames are removed from the hive before the wax is cut off and so no bees are harmed. Honey is then filtered out...

Botanical Name: Beta vulgaris Origin: Egypt / IndiaQualities: Beetroot has long been appreciated in traditional cuisines for its vibrant red color and naturally sweet, earthy flavor. The root is commonly used in culinary applications and is known for its rich...

Botanical name: Nigella sativaOrigin: Egypt/IndiaProduction: Nigella is an annual blooming herbaceous plant with pale bluish flowers, that is native to southwest Asia. The fruit is full of numerous seeds which are harvested and used as a spice.Qualities: Also known as...

Botanical Name: Arctium lappaOrigin: ChinaProduction: The plant of the burdock root is a biennial that blooms bright pink/red/purple thistle-like flowers on long stalks. The plant is native to Europe and Asia but has now been naturalized in North America and...

Origin: ChinaAn eye-catching, flowering blue plant, butterfly pea is native to Asia and renowned for its unique colour, often used in cocktails and food/beverage production. Butterfly pea is known to promote hair and skin health, and is utilized in the...

Ingredients: organic black pepper, organic cayenne, sea salt, organic garlic, organic onion, organic paprikaOrigin: USAQualities: A savory blend of all the spices that make up the powerful flavors of Cajun cuisine.Common Use: This spice blend is very flexible and is a great addition to many...

Botanical Name: Myrciaria dubiaOrigin: PeruProduction: Camu Camu is grown on low growing trees alongside rivers in the Amazon, producing red, cherry-like fruits that are antioxidant and nutrient-rich. The shrub can survive submerged in water for up to five months. The...

Botanical Name: Carum carviOrigin: EgyptProduction: The caraway plant is similar in appearance to other members of the carrot family, with green, feathery leaves. The seeds (actually the fruits) are crescent shaped with small ridges. Qualities: Caraway has a warming, aromatic...

Botanical Name: Elettaria cardamomumOrigin: GuatemalaProduction: Cardamom is the fruit of a tropical plant and is one of the world's most expensive spices, after saffron and vanilla, because the production is very long and labor intensive.The tall plants flower for eight or nine months of...

Botanical Name: Elettaria cardamomumOrigin: GuatemalaProduction: Cardamom is the fruit of a tropical plant and is one of the world's most expensive spices, after saffron and vanilla, because the production is very long and labor intensive. The tall plants flower for...

Botanical Name: Elettaria cardamomumOrigin: GuatemalaProduction: Cardamom is the fruit of a tropical plant and is one of the world's most expensive spices, after saffron and vanilla, because the production is very long and labor intensive.The tall plants flower for eight or nine months of...

Botanical Name: Ceratonia siliquaOrigin: Portugal Production: Carob is a flowering evergreen shrub in the pea family. In autumn, the plant blooms small, spirally arranged flowers that are pollinated by wind and insects. The fruit produced is a long legume (pod) that...

Botanical Name: Nepeta catariaOrigin: USACultivation: Catnip is one of the many species of the mint or Lamiaceae family with square stems and terminal flower spikes. Native to the dry and temperate regions of the Mediterraneans, it is now widely cultivated...

Botanical Name: Capsicum annuumOrigin: India Production: Cayenne peppers are a type of long, tapering, red-colored peppers with curved tips that grow in tropical and temperate locations, taking about 100 days to fully mature. The peppers are dried and ground, sometimes mixed with...

Botanical Name: Apium graveolensOrigin: Egypt Production: Celery is a marshland plant with a long fibrous stalk that tapers into leaves. The seeds are actually the plant's very small fruit and are found in its small, white flowers. Qualities: The seeds...

Botanical Name: Chamomilla recutita syn. Matricaria chamomillaOrigin: EgyptProduction: Chamomile is an aromatic herbaceous plant with white, daisy-like flowers that are harvested when in bloom. Qualities: Chamomile has served as a gentle cure-all herb for centuries. It is often used to calm...

Botanical Name: Cichorium intybusOrigin: IndiaProduction: Chicory is a herbaceous plant of the dandelion family with bright blue flowers and a strong, deep taproot which is harvested, sanitized, and roasted. Qualities: Chicory root contains a high concentration of inulin, which is...

Botanical Name: Capsicum annuumOrigin: IndiaProduction: Crushed, dried red pepper flakes are most often produced from cayenne-type peppers, though sometimes a variety of peppers are used such as bell peppers, cayenne, jalapenos, chiltepin, and all forms of New Mexico chili.Qualities: Chili...

Ingredients: organic red chili, organic paprika, sea salt, organic cumin, organic oregano, organic garlic, organic cayenneCountry of Origin: USA Turn up the heat with this bold and vibrant Hot Chili Powder. Crafted from a fiery blend of red chili, paprika,...

Botanical name: Capsicum annuum JalapeñoIngredients:  Organic Red Chili, Organic Cumin, Organic Oregano, Organic Garlic, Organic Cayenne Country of Origin: USACommon Use: Traditionally used for spicing meat or chilis, this gentle chili powder has only a hint of heat and is perfect for everything...

Origin: AustriaProduction: Chives are a common perennial plant, closely related to garlic, shallots, leeks, and scallions.Qualities: Chives offer a mild onion flavor and can be used interchangeably in recipes that call for onions. The dried rings have a more mellow flavor than the...

Botanical name: Chlorella vulgarisOrigin: ChinaProduction: Our organic Chlorella powder is produced from chlorella grown within the Ordos Desert, in a mostly rural subdivision of Inner Mongolia, China. It is cultivated with natural sunlight and clean mineralized water in large, enclosed outdoor pools. This...

Ingredients: organic vanilla extract, organic chocolate concentrate, organic alcohol (derived from cane sugar), waterOrigin: USAQualities: This product blends extract from the finest organic cocoa beans with pure vanilla extract for a rich, intense flavour. Common Use: Chocolate extract is a...

Botanical name: Coriandrum sativumOrigin: Egypt / TunisiaStorage: store in a cool, dry, dark place in a well-sealed container. Disclaimer: this product has been packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and other potential allergens.

Botanical Name: Cinnamomum cassiaOrigin: VietnamProduction: Cinnamon (cassia) is widely cultivated in tropical or subtropical areas throughout Asia. Once harvested, the bark curls up into quills when left to dry. Qualities: Cinnamon has had many medicinal and culinary uses throughout history. It is believed...

Botanical Name: Cinnamomum cassiaOrigin: VietnamProduction: Cinnamon (cassia) is widely cultivated in tropical or subtropical areas throughout Asia. Once harvested, the bark curls up into quills when left to dry.Qualities: Cinnamon has had many medicinal and culinary uses throughout history. It is believed to support the...

Botanical name: Cinnamomum verum/Cinnamomum zeylanicumOrigin: Sri Lanka Production: True cinnamon has several thin layers shaved from the inner bark of the tree, unlike the more common cassia cinnamon, which is thicker and curls from both sides inward. Qualities: True cinnamon, also...

Botanical Name: Cinnamomum cassiaOrigin: Vietnam Production: Cinnamon (cassia) is widely cultivated in tropical or subtropical areas throughout Asia. Once harvested, the bark curls up into quills when left to dry.Qualities: Cinnamon has had many medicinal and culinary uses throughout history. It is believed to support the...

Botanical name: Cinnamomum verum/Cinnamomum zeylanicumOrigin: Sri LankaProduction: True cinnamon has several thin layers shaved from the inner bark of the tree, unlike the more common cassia cinnamon, which is thicker and curls from both sides inward. Qualities: True cinnamon, also...

Botanical Name: Galium aparineOrigin: Croatia / BulgariaProduction: Cleavers are annuals with straggling stems which grow along the ground and over other plants, easily recognized by the clinging leaves and sticky seeds that attach themselves. All parts of the plant are...

Botanical Name: Syzygium aromaticumOrigin: Sri LankaProduction: The clove tree is an evergreen with large leaves and small flowers grouped in clusters. The flower buds turn from pale blue to bright red when they are ready for harvest. Qualities: The essential...

Botanical Name: Syzygium aromaticumOrigin: Sri LankaProduction: The clove tree is an evergreen with large leaves and small flowers grouped in clusters. The flower buds turn from pale blue to bright red when they are ready for harvest.Qualities: The essential oil eugenol is what gives...

Botanical Name: Symphytum officinaleCountry of Origin: BulgariaProduction: Comfrey is a perennial herb with large, rough leaves and whitish pink bell-shaped flowers. The turnip-like root is black and deep growing. Qualities: Comfrey root is said to have astringent, anti-inflammatory, demulcent and cell...

Botanical Name: Coriandrum sativumCountry of Origin: Bulgaria /IndiaProduction: Coriander, also known as cilantro, is an annual herb native to Europe, Asia, and Northern Africa. The seed is actually the small, globular fruit of the plant. Qualities: The coriander seed has a...

Botanical Name: Coriandrum sativumCountry of Origin: IndiaProduction: Coriander, also known as cilantro, is an annual herb native to Europe, Asia, and Northern Africa. The seed is actually the small, globular fruit of the plant.Qualities: The coriander seed has a variety of culinary and medicinal...

Botanical Name: Zea Mays  (which is always GMO free)Origin: Austria Cornstarch is a carbohydrate extracted from the endosperm of corn via a process called wet milling. It is subsequently modified depending on its many different applications.Qualities: Cornstarch is comprised of long chains of starch molecules which unravel...

Botanical Name: Cuminum cyminumCountry of Origin: IndiaProduction: Cumin is a flowering plant, related to parsley, that is native to the eastern Mediterranean and South Asia. The small fruit of the plant contains a single seed, which has eight ridges with...

Botanical Name: Taraxacum officinaleCountry of Origin: China Properties: Dandelion is an edible perennial herb with deeply cut leaves, yellow flowers, and has a thick taproot which is dark brown on the outside and white on the inside. It is native to most...

Botanical Name: Taraxacum officinaleCountry of Origin: ChinaProduction: Dandelion is an edible perennial herb with deeply cut leaves, yellow flowers, and a thick taproot which is dark brown on the outside and white on the inside. It is native to most of...

Ingredients: organic Darjeeling tea leaf (Camellia sinensis) - Autumnal flushOrigin: IndiaAccording to the Tea Board of India - "Darjeeling Tea" can only refer to tea that has been cultivated, grown, produced, manufactured and processed in tea gardens of the West Bengal area...