eclectic herb
Our Mission
From field to spirit, we bring the wild to you—herbs at their freshest with practices that honor people and planet alike.
our origin story
Historical Timeline
1982
Founded in Portland, Oregon
Born in naturopathic college clinic, on naturopathic and botanical roots.
1984
Pioneers in Organic Farming
Our original herb farm was first to be certified organic by Oregon Tilth.
1990's
Innovators in Preservation
Introduced freeze-drying to herbal medicine, keeping herbs whole, pure, and powerful.
2000's
Supporting Naturopathic Education
Dr. Alstat donates 10% of profits to NCNM, is inducted into the Naturopathic Hall of Fame
today
Woman-owned Legacy
Now proudly woman-owned, carrying forward a mission of sustainability.
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Our herbs are freeze-dried!
Freeze-drying is more than a method—it’s our promise. We gather herbs at their most vibrant, then preserve them without heat, without compromise. The result? Pure plant power, captured as if it had just been picked, so you can experience nature’s remedies as they were meant to be.
step 1
Ethically Harvest the Plant
Herbs are gathered at peak vitality with care for the plant and the earth.
step 2
Freeze-dry the Fresh Plant
Preserving all of the nutritional goodness, enzymes and vitality
step 3
Whole Plant Preserved
The herb emerges intact — pure, potent, and alive, just as it was in the field.
