Juanilama, a moment to notice
THE LIVING APOTHECARY
Before we make anything with a plant at the apothecary, we take a little time to get to know it. This week, our companion is Juanilama (Lippia alba), an aromatic plant you can find in Costa Rican gardens.
Five minutes with a leaf
Start with a plant you can confidently identify as Juanilama. Look at the edge of a leaf and turn it over to see what the light does to its veins. If you have permission to pick one, rub it gently between your fingers and notice the scent. Does it change after a few breaths?
Jot down three words for what you noticed. Try the same practice later in the week and see if a different detail catches your attention.
Cover photo · Lippia alba by Dick Culbert · CC BY 2.0 · Cropped and resized for display.
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