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Sweet Woodruff and the Magic of Maywine with Lisen Sundgren
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- Herbs with Rosalee
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- May 6, 2026
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Summary
What if the medicine you need isn’t just in the plant—but in kneeling down to meet it? Sweet woodruff ( Galium odoratum ) may not be as widely known as other plants in the herbal world, but as Swedish herbalist Lisen Sundgren shares in this episode, it holds a quiet kind of magic. With its delicate white flowers, an aroma reminiscent of vanilla, and a long history in European traditions, this woodland herb has been used to gently support the nervous system, ease restlessness, and mark the turning of the seasons. But this conversation goes far beyond herbal actions. Lisen invites us into a deeper relationship with plants—one rooted in presence, patience, and reciprocity. From foraging in shaded forests to collaborating with chefs to create beautiful local, seasonal dishes, she shares how sweet woodruff became both a beloved herbal ally and a doorway into something even more meaningful: a sense of belonging within the natural world. Be sure to download your beautifully illustrated recipe card for Lisen’s traditional sweet woodruff Maywine, a simple, time-honored way to celebrate the turning of the season, here . By the end of this episode, you’ll know: ► Five ways sweet woodruff can benefit your health, from calming a wired mind to gently supporting the skin ► The surprising way its signature scent develops (and why it matters) ► Why less really is more when working with sweet woodruff ► How to work with sweet woodruff to create simple, nourishing skincare preparations ► Three tips for mindfully harvesting sweet woodruff ► How reconnecting with plants can support your nervous system in unexpected ways ► and so much more… For those of you who don’t know her, Lisen Sundgren has created her path as an herbalist, forager, author, and nature and forest therapy guide for the p…