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🌲 Episode Description

In this episode of the Wild Herbs Podcast, April dives deeply into the medicine, botany, and spirit of Pine — an ancient evergreen ally that shows up when we need resilience the most.

Pine has survived ice ages, climate shifts, and mass extinctions, and in the heart of winter it continues to offer powerful medicine for the lungs, immune system, and spirit.

In this episode, April weaves together botany, herbal medicine, Ayurveda, and intuitive plant wisdom to explore why Pine is such a profound teacher for 2026.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why Pine is one of the most ancient and resilient trees on Earth

How Pine's xylem and spiral water movement reflect rhythmic growth

How to identify pines using needles, fascicles, sheaths, and cones

Why Pine is especially important medicine in winter

Pine's medicinal actions (expectorant, antimicrobial, antiviral, anti-inflammatory)

How Pine supports colds, mucus, immunity, and inflammation

Why fresh Pine is preferred over dried

The spiritual symbolism of Pine, spirals, and Fibonacci patterns

What Pine teaches about receiving, presence, and sustainable growth

Why building a relationship with plants comes before turning to books

⚠️ DISCLAIMER This content is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen.