Category: Spices

Unlike some herbs which can cause digestive upset in large doses, sage is recognized by the ASPCA as being non-toxic for dogs. You should still limit your dog’s intake to a few leaves a day, but there’s no danger of poisoning. Is burning sage bad for dogs? “Sage is considered a nontoxic herb. It is […]

Definition of red sage 1 : a tropical shrub (Lantana camara) with flat clusters of small tubular flowers that open yellow or pink but change to scarlet or orange. — called also wild sage. 2 : any of various plants of the genus Kochia (especially K. americana) What is the difference between sage and red […]

How long does a sage stick last? It depends on the thickness and size of your smudge stick. A 20cm smudge stick with a diameter of around 7cm lasted me for around two weeks of daily home cleansing. Note that you’re supposed to blow out the flame and let the smudge stick smolder rather than […]

However, if you are doing it for the scent, the smoke can rise to toxic levels. This can irritate your dog’s lungs. If he has a pre-existing respiratory illness such as bronchitis and asthma, the smoke may irritate his system. Although rare, too much smoke can also build up in a dog’s ears and lead […]

Alternatives to White Sage for Smudging Black sage. Garden sage. Wormwood (this is my go-to, since it’s so abundant where I live) Cedar. Pine. Holy basil. Mints. Rosemary. Why you shouldn’t use white sage? Because of all that complicated history of sage burning, when non-Native people use white sage to “smudge” their homes or other […]

It’s actively harmful, and because sage passes through so many wholesalers and vendors, some people that sell white sage don’t know if it was harvested ethically or even legally. Why you shouldn’t use white sage? Because of all that complicated history of sage burning, when non-Native people use white sage to “smudge” their homes or […]

If you’re not a member of an Indigenous community, purchasing white sage, Palo Santo, or other sacred herbs and quickly Googling “how to smudge” will not make you qualified to do so. This is cultural appropriation, and it’s harmful to Native communities. Is it disrespectful to burn sage? Because of all that complicated history of […]

Fortunately, there are many alternatives to white sage for all of your smudging needs. Some popular herbs for smudging include the following: Cedar. Frankincense. Juniper. Lavender. Lemon Balm. Myrrh. Palo Santo. Sweetgrass. What is an alternative to white sage? Smokeless White Sage Alternatives Crystals, salt, and cinnamon brooms may be helpful for those who seek […]

You should be able to find dried sage in small, independent herb shops; at some grocery stores, health stores, and farmers markets; in head shops, smoke shops, or anywhere that incense is sold. You may find a more diverse selection if you search the Internet for “sage bundles”. Where do you get sage? To unlock […]

wise, sage, sapient, judicious, prudent, sensible, sane mean having or showing sound judgment. wise suggests great understanding of people and of situations and unusual discernment and judgment in dealing with them. wise beyond his tender years sage suggests wide experience, great learning, and wisdom. Why is a person called a sage? A sage (Ancient Greek: […]

Purple sage is the most effective sage medicinally, it can be made into teas for medicinal uses, used as an anti inflammatory agent for insect bites and can relive chest colds and congestion. Pregnant or nursing women should not use purple sage, as it slows milk production. Is Purple Sage poisonous? Is Salvia ‘Purpurascens’ poisonous? […]

Purple sage is one of my favorites to burn. It has the most divine fragrance that is truly indescribable you just have to experience it. Sage is a perennial herb whose leaf may be harvested to make teas, tinctures, and seasonings for food. What can I do with Purple Sage? Purple sage can be used […]

Definition of black sage 1 : a woolly-leaved plant (Trichostema lanatum) native to southern California and Mexico. 2 : any of several plants of the genus Cordia especially : an introduced weed (C. macrostachya) that is a serious pest in sugar plantations on Mauritius. What are the benefits of black sage? BLACK SAGE is used […]

Burning lavender attracts positive energy, opens the heart chakra. SAGE sourced responsibly in California proven to neutralize negative vibrations, improve sleep, as well as alleviate anxiety and stress. What is white sage and lavender used for? It has been used since ancient times by healers. Today it is the most popular herb used for cleansing […]

Black Sage is also known as Mugwort sage is found in the mountains of the West Coast from California north through British Columbia. It is renowned as a smudging herb for its subtle, sweet scent and dream inducing qualities. Are mugwort and black sage the same? Black sage also called mugwort smudge, is a popular […]

In some cases permits are given on public lands for commercial harvest of economically valued plants, but in the case of white sage no such permit exists. The only way this would be legal is if harvesting took place on private land with permission. Is it disrespectful to use white sage? Because of all that […]

Black Sage contains natural pain-relieving chemical compounds, like ditpenoids, and has strong anti-inflammatory properties. Essential oil made from the plant has also been shown to have antimicrobial effects, as well as possible antispasmodic, antiseptic, and astringent properties. What is black sage used for? It can be a spiritual tool Smudging has long been used to […]

What is the meaning of Sage ? Sage is baby boy name mainly popular in Christian religion and its main origin is English. Sage name meanings is Wise. What is the meaning of the name Sage? Sage is a family name and a unisex given name. It can also be spelled Saige, Sange or Sayge. […]

Nicknames: Age, Gee-Gee, Saga, Sagey, Sagie, Sagy, Sashy, Say, Sayah, Shea. Variations: Saige, Saje, Salie, Sange, Saoi, Sayge. Namesakes: Sage Northcutt, Sage Rosen, Sage Stallone, Sage Steele, Sage the Gemini. Is Sage a rare name? Sage was the 179th most popular girls name and 426th most popular boys name. In 2021 there were 1,656 baby […]