Herbs A to Z
Monthly class with Matthew Wood, MS and Guest Teachers
(formerly Materia Medica)
Despite the name, this is not a class about herbs "beginning with A and ending with Z," but a more realistic presentation based on groups of herbs for different complaints, conditions, patterns, energetics, properties, etc., so that the student can see both the little picture of the herb and the big picture of where it fits into the ‘herbal universe.’
A medical doctor once said to Matthew, "Herbalism is a funny subject to learn. It’s like first you learn how to run from first base to second, then how to catch the ball in left field, then how to throw a pitch.” Matthew commented, “That’s how I learned and am still learning.”
Just as no two baseball players are alike, no two herbalists are alike. That’s why we are going to try to always have two herbalists speaking on the program; to give stereo vision.
For Students of all Levels!
No matter where you are on your herbal journey, you'll discover so much by starting right here! Whether it's a new use for an herb, a fascinating case history, or an entirely new concept to explore relating to herbs - you'll love it!
Upcoming Class
Date and time under "Curriculum" below (topic subject to change). The most recent class is at the bottom of the same section.
Students enrolled in the monthly RSJ subscription and those enrolled in The Library will receive a webinar link by email to attend the next live, online class.
Enjoy this work-in-progress!
Once "Herbs A to Z" is complete, it will be made into a separate course with additional materials and testing to receive a certificate. Enjoy the content as it's created at the low price of $8 per month for unlimited access!
Monthly Classes Include:
* Given time or context not all subject matter may be covered in a single class, but most often is covered.
Formerly Materia Medica - Now "Herbs A to Z"
Each month we will cover a number of herbs in-depth with Matthew Wood and specifically selected Teachers and Co-teachers who have a special connection with the herbs of the month!
Welcome Message
Webinar Instructions
Matthew Wood - North Country Herb Guild Meeting - The Earthwise Repertory talk - 6/7/17
MM - Maianthemum Paper
MM - Whitton, Maianthemum paper
MM - Jim MacDonald, Solomon's Seal
MM - Phyllis Light, etc. Polygonatum Paper
MM - True Solomon's Seal Handout Paper
MM - 1.0 Cucumber Water Paper
MM - Kumaraswamy, Cucumber Paper
MM - Cucumber Water and Solomon's Seal - Video
Audio
MM - Whitton, Maianthemum Paper
MM - Maianthemum Paper
MM - False Solomon's Seal, Osmunda, Marshmallow Root, Borage - Osmunda Paper
MM - False Solomon's Seal, Osmunda, Marshmallow Root, Borage - Borage Paper
MM - False Solomon's Seal, Osmunda, Marshmallow Root, Borage - Video
Audio
Free Preview
FREE PREVIEWMM - Comfrey, Slippery Elm, Boneset - Symphytum officinale - Comfrey - Notes
MM - Comfrey, Slippery Elm, Boneset - Video
Audio
Free Preview
FREE PREVIEWMM - Brief Guide to the Six Tissue States - Matthew Wood
The Six Tissue States Triangle
MM - The 6 Tissue States - Video
Audio
Free Preview
FREE PREVIEWSummary
FREE PREVIEWMM - Astringents - Schizandra Notes
MM - Astringents Notes
MM - Astringents - Video
Audio
Summary
FREE PREVIEWMM - Wound Remedies - Video
Audio
Free Preview
FREE PREVIEWSummary and Notes
FREE PREVIEWMM - Bear, Elk and Rabbit Medicine - Video
Audio
Free Preview
FREE PREVIEWSummary
FREE PREVIEWMM - Aromatics Part 1 - Video
Audio
MM - Aromatics Part 2 - Audio
Summary
FREE PREVIEWMM - Antiseptics - Video
Audio
Summary
FREE PREVIEWMM - Organ Systems and Herbs - Video
Audio
Free Preview
FREE PREVIEWSummary
FREE PREVIEWMM - [More on] Alteratives - Video
Audio
Free Preview
FREE PREVIEWSummary
FREE PREVIEWMM - Organ Specificity and Herbs - Video
Audio
Free Preview
FREE PREVIEWSummary
FREE PREVIEWMM - Organ Remedies and the Doctrine of Signatures - Video
Audio
Free Preview
FREE PREVIEWSummary
FREE PREVIEWMM - Intestinal Remedies - Video
Audio
Summary
FREE PREVIEWMM - Brain, Head, Eyes - Webinar Chat Text
MM - Brain, Head, Eyes - Video
Audio
About the Nervous System Series
Summary
FREE PREVIEWMM - Herbs and Neurotransmitters - Webinar Chat Text
MM - Herbs and Neurotransmitters - Mind, Emotions, and Will Paper
MM - Herbs and Neurotransmitters - Video
Audio
About the Nervous System Series
Summary
FREE PREVIEWAbout the Nervous System Series
MM - Nervines - Webinar Chat Text
MM - Nervines - Video
Audio
Free Preview
FREE PREVIEWSummary
FREE PREVIEWMM - Nervines, Trickster and Coyote Medicine - Webinar Chat Text
MM - Nervines, Trickster and Coyote Medicine - Video
Audio
Heart, Hawthorn, and Friends - Free Preview
FREE PREVIEWHeart, Hawthorn, and Friends - Summary
FREE PREVIEWAbout the Heart, Blood, and Circulation Series
FREE PREVIEWMM - Hawthorn Images
Two Papers on Hawthorn (Crataegus) by Matthew Wood - not downloadable
MM - Heart, Hawthorn, and Friends - Webinar Chat Text
MM - Heart, Hawthorn, and Friends - Video
Audio
Blood - Free Preview
FREE PREVIEWBlood - Summary
FREE PREVIEWMM - Blood - Webinar Chat Text
MM - Blood Intro. Paper
MM - Blood - The Work of the Blood Paper
MM - Blood - Cells of the Blood Paper
MM - Blood - Vitamin B12, Intrinsic Factor, and Methylation Paper
MM - Blood - The Blood as a Whole Paper
MM - Blood - Blood Deficiency Paper
MM - Blood - Congealed or Stagnant Blood Paper
MM - Blood - Putrefaction in the Blood Paper
MM - Blood - Video
Audio
Circulation - Summary
FREE PREVIEWMM - Circulation - Webinar Chat Text
MM - Circulation - Images
MM - Circulation - Video
MM - Circulation - Audio
Summary
FREE PREVIEWMM - Thermoregulatory System - Webinar Chat Text
MM - Thermoregulatory System - Fevers, Flus and Infections Paper
MM - Thermoregulation Paper
MM - Thermoregulatory System - Video
Audio
MM - Mediterranean Herbs - Herb Walk by the River Part 1
MM - Mediterranean Herbs - Medieval Garden Herb Walk
MM - Mediterranean Herbs - Herb Walk by the River Part 2
Free Preview
FREE PREVIEWSummary
FREE PREVIEWMM - Anemia and Special Anemias - Webinar Chat Text
MM - Anemia and Special Anemias - Video
Audio
Free Preview
FREE PREVIEWMM - Extracellular Matrix - Webinar Chat Text
MM - Extracellular Matrix - Video
MM - Extracellular Matrix - Audio
Free Preview
FREE PREVIEWSummary
FREE PREVIEWMM - Colds, Coughs, Fever, Flu - Webinar Chat Text
MM - Holistic Treatment of Colds, Fevers, and Flus - Underlying Logic and Specific indications by Matthew Wood
MM - Colds, Coughs, Fever, Flu - Video
MM - Colds, Coughs, Fever, Flu - Audio
Free Preview
FREE PREVIEWSummary
FREE PREVIEWMM - Lymphatic System - Webinar Chat Text
MM - Lymphatic System - Video
MM - Lymphatic System - Audio
MM - Herbal Medicine for the Lymphatic and Immune System by Matthew Wood - Intro - 9 pages - View Only
MM - Herbal Medicine for the Lymphatic and Immune System by Matthew Wood - 26 pages - View Only
MM - Cleavers for Lymph - 11 pages - View Only
Free Preview
FREE PREVIEWSummary
FREE PREVIEWMM - The Thermoregulatory System - Webinar Chat Text
MM - The Thermoregulatory System - Video
MM - The Thermoregulatory System - Audio
The Thermoregulatory System - 20 pages - View Only
Coronavirus Documents, Information, and Discussion with Matthew Wood
FREE PREVIEWFree Preview
FREE PREVIEWSummary
FREE PREVIEWMM - Herbal First Aid - Webinar Chat Text
Herbal First Aid - 52 pages - View Only
MM - Herbal First Aid - Video
MM - Herbal First Aid - Audio
Free Preview and Summary
FREE PREVIEWDRY, IRRITABLE COUGH OF WINTER DRY AIR (and a good remedy).
MM - Immune System - Webinar Text Chat
MM - Immune System - Video
MM - Immune System - Audio
MM - Female Remedies - Webinar Chat Text
MM - Introduction - Female Reproductive System (view only)
MM - Patterns of Hormonal and Reproductive Imbalance (view only)
MM - Female Remedies - Video
MM - Female Remedies - Audio
Solomon's Seal (True and False) - Part of 3 Seasons of Herbal Wisdom Plant Walks with Lise Wolff, RH (AHG), MSc.
FREE PREVIEWMM - Solomon's Seal - Webinar Chat Text
MM - Solomon's Seal - Video
MM - Solomon's Seal - Audio
MM - Bat and Holly Medicine - Webinar Text Chat +
MM - Holly and Bat Medicine - 12 Page View Only Document by Matthew Wood
MM - Bat and Holly Medicine - Video
MM - Bat and Holly Medicine - Audio
MM - Wolf and Deer Medicine - Webinar Chat Text
MM - Wolf and Deer Medicine - Video
MM - Wolf and Deer Medicine - Audio
MM - Homeopathy for Herbalists, an Introduction - Webinar Chat Text
MM - Homeopathy for Herbalists, an Introduction - Audio
MM - Homeopathy for Herbalists, an Introduction - Video
Homeopathy, Cell Salts and Minerals for Herbalists 3-day weekend course!
MM - Smoke Inhalation - Trauma - Allergies - Webinar Chat Text
MM - Smoke Inhalation - Trauma - Allergies - Video
MM - Smoke Inhalation - Trauma - Allergies - Audio
MM - Herbs from the Astrological Viewpoint - Webinar Chat Text
MM - Herbs from the Astrological Viewpoint - Video
MM - Herbs from the Astrological Viewpoint - Audio
MM - Schizandra, Sumach, Rowan - Webinar Chat Text
MM - Sumach (Rhus typhina, Rhus spp.) additions to Earthwise Herbal by Matthew Wood - 3 pages - not downloadable
MM - Schizandra chinensis by Matthew Wood - 7 pages - not downloadable
MM - Rowan - by Sean O'Donoghue - 3 pages - not downloadable
MM - Schizandra, Sumach, Rowan - Video
MM - Schizandra, Sumach, Rowan - Audio
Note about "Herbs from A to Z"
Herbal Dosages - Webinar Chat Text and Links
Herbal Dosages - Video
Herbal Dosages - Audio
MM - Blood Movers- Webinar Chat Text
MM - Blood Movers - Video
MM - Blood Movers - Audio
MM - Apothecary Summary Handout
MM - Building You Home Apothecary Part 1 - Webinar Chat Text
MM - Building You Home Apothecary Part 1 - Video
MM - Building Your Home Apothecary Part 1 - Audio
MM - Building Your Home Apothecary Part 2 - Webinar Chat Text
MM - Building Your Home Apothecary Part 2 - Video
MM - Building Your Home Apothecary Part 2 - Audio
MM - Seasonal Allergies - Webinar Chat Text
Note on Respiratory System document by Matthew
MM - Seasonal Allergies
Respiratory System by Matthew Wood (99 pages, not downloadable)
MM - Seasonal Allergies - Video
MM - Seasonal Allergies - Audio
MM - Food Allergies and Sensitivities - Webinar Chat Text
MM - Food Allergies and Sensitivities - Handout by Francis
MM - Food Allergies and Sensitivities - "Orange Peel Video" from Francis
MM - Food Allergies and Sensitivities - Video
MM - Food Allergies and Sensitivities - Audio
MM - Headache - Webinar Chat Text
MM - Headache - Handout by Phyllis
MM - Headache - Support Materials by Matthew
MM - Headache - Video
MM - Headache - Audio
MM - Anger, Bitterness, Hate - Webinar Chat Text
MM - Herbs for Anger, Bitterness, and Hate by Matthew Wood
MM - Herbs (including flower essences) to Alleviate Anger, Bitterness, and Hate
Herbs (including flower essences) to Alleviate Anger, Bitterness, and Hate
MM - Anxiety, Fear and Worry - Webinar Chat Text and Transcript
MM - Anxiety, Fear and Worry by Phyllis D. Light, MS
MM - Anxiety, Fear and Worry - Video
MM - Anxiety, Fear and Worry - Audio
Herbs to Aid the Depressed State - Webinar Chat Text and Transcripts
MM - Herbs to Aid the Depressed State by co-teacher Judy Lieblein
MM - Herbs to Aid the Depressed State by Matthew Wood
MM - Herbs to Aid the Depressed State - Video
MM - Herbs to Aid the Depressed State - Audio
MM - Herbs to Aid the Depressed State - Test
MM - The Elements with Judith Hill, Phyllis Light & Tara Baklund - Webinar Chat Text and Transcript
MM - The Elements with Judith Hill, Phyllis Light & Tara Baklund - Video
MM - The Elements with Judith Hill, Phyllis Light & Tara Baklund - Audio
MM - The Elements - by Judith Hill
MM - Elements - History - Slides by Judith Hill
MM - The Elements - Bodytypes - Illustrations by Judith Hill
MM - The Four Elements – A Brief Overview By Phyllis D. Light, MA
MM - You-niversal Self-care by Tara Baklund (excerpt for Herbs A to Z Elements class)
MM - Specific Indications for Herbs - Webinar Chat Text and Transcript
Monitoring the Action of a Specific Remedy by Matthew Wood
MM - Specific Indications for Herbs - Video
MM - Specific Indications for Herbs - Audio
MM - Specific Indications Test
MM - Pharmacology of the Three Selves by Matthew Wood
MM - Neurotransmitters and the Three Selves - Video and Resources
MM - Neurotransmitters and the Three Selves - Audio
MM - Muscles, Joints, Flexibility by Phyllis D. Light, MA
MM - Joint Pain, Flexibility and Repair - Video and Resources
MM - Joint Pain, Flexibility and Repair - Audio
MM - Digestion by Mary Pat Palmer, MA
MM - Digestion, Differential Evaluation and Remedies by Matthew Wood
MM - Digestion - Video and Resources
MM - Digestion - Audio
The Mind Body Connection in Holistic Medicine: Organs, Mind and Emotions
Mind and Emotions by Matthew Wood, MS
The Mind Body Connection in Holistic Medicine: Organs, Mind and Emotions - Video and Resources
The Mind Body Connection in Holistic Medicine: Organs, Mind and Emotions - Audio
Interview with a Native American Practitioner - Video and Resources
Interview with a Native American Practitioner - Audio
American Indian Medicine by Matthew Wood, MS
St. John's Wort: Celebrating Midsummer Day - Video and Resources
St. John's Wort: Celebrating Midsummer Day - Audio
Short Guest Teacher Bio, Sun Infused St. John's Wort Oil Recipe, Notes, Pictures
Survey Question
Documents are not downloadable. Please note that Matthew often adds manuscripts of upcoming books and is allowing students early access to these works-in-progress; therefore, they are available as 'view-only' documents and are not downloadable.
Start at any time! Complete the lessons at your own pace.
Certificates designed and signed by Matthew Wood are available for purchase to those who successfully complete all tests with a passing grade of 70% or better. More details regarding herbal course certificates are here.
Tests are multiple-choice, and multiple attempts are permitted.
For those of you seeking clinical hours, we have a list of all classes/courses with corresponding accreditation hours.
Thank you very much! I have all your books and am blessed to be receiving more of your wisdom, through these webinars. Thank you !! Loved and am learning wit...
Read MoreThank you very much! I have all your books and am blessed to be receiving more of your wisdom, through these webinars. Thank you !! Loved and am learning with these classes!
Read LessAs somebody who has been studying herbs for the past seventeen years, and is currently enrolled as a student at HANE, and the University of Oregon, Master Bo...
Read MoreAs somebody who has been studying herbs for the past seventeen years, and is currently enrolled as a student at HANE, and the University of Oregon, Master Botany Course this was beyond my expectations. The quality of the teaching is laid back and informal with so much meat attached to the bone. As a former professional dog breeder, I was introduced to herbs as a quality way to treat a kennel full of Rottweiler and have had an entire lifestyle change. I am seriously considering using the knowledge that I gain from all of these studies for a line of human and canine products. Matthew Wood's Materia Medica Class delves deep into herbs.......hang on!
Read LessExcellent class - a little hard to hear at times, but I learned a lot!
Excellent class - a little hard to hear at times, but I learned a lot!
Read LessI love this course. I guess everyone has different ways of learning, and this was great for me. I learned so much from listening to Matthew. I took lots of n...
Read MoreI love this course. I guess everyone has different ways of learning, and this was great for me. I learned so much from listening to Matthew. I took lots of notes then realized there were PDF pages that I can print and read again and again. I'm sure I will watch the videos again also. I knew a little bit about Solomon's Seal, but this class filled I all the gaps. Also the info on cucumber water was great! Unfortunately I was unable to be in on the live version and really appreciate being able to see it later. I hope I can be there for future classes, but timing is iffy. Thank you Matthew for sharing your wealth of knowledge with us. Karin Archibald
Read LessSo much info, remedies, case studies, and laughter. Great learning style.
So much info, remedies, case studies, and laughter. Great learning style.
Read LessAs always, Matthew's class is informative and this online format is so wonderful; it isn't always possible to travel so this makes it possible to learn with ...
Read MoreAs always, Matthew's class is informative and this online format is so wonderful; it isn't always possible to travel so this makes it possible to learn with Matthew, one of the world's most esteemed herbalists. I'm so grateful that this is available and always enjoy learning with Matthew.
Read LessHi There: I had a computer glitch and was unable to participate in the online class live. I just watched the recording and very much enjoyed it. I had al...
Read MoreHi There: I had a computer glitch and was unable to participate in the online class live. I just watched the recording and very much enjoyed it. I had already learned a bit about cucumber water and Solomon's Seal from participating in the seminar held at Green Comfort in April. I have been using both since then, with good results, for Lyme related symptoms. It was very helpful to learn more about these two things from this first online class. I am so grateful for the opportunity to participate in these classes. Thank you, Matthew, for your willingness to share your knowledge and wisdom. My independent herbal studies are greatly enhanced and enriched by your valuable input. Pax, Montserrat Vittitow
Read LessI love Matthew Wood's books and read some of them, his approach to the plant healing actions is from a thousand angles really speaks to me. I knew his Mater...
Read MoreI love Matthew Wood's books and read some of them, his approach to the plant healing actions is from a thousand angles really speaks to me. I knew his Materia Medica course would be quite educational, but I was underestimating Matthew. He LOVES to share his knowledge and speaks not only from his experience, but also from other herbalists and practitioners. He pours his knowledge. Investing into this course is the best thing I did. Thank you, Matthew, for your wisdom and desire to share it with us, beginning herbalists. Honestly, from this first class I found out more about Solomon Seal than I did (preparing for this class) from all the books and articles I could find. Thank you, and God bless!
Read LessThis is a wonderful way to get to know the plants and I love that it contains different methods of learning including written, video and audio.
This is a wonderful way to get to know the plants and I love that it contains different methods of learning including written, video and audio.
Read LessI learned so much from the ground up my head is exploding. Thank you Matthew for empowering the public to take their health back into their hands.
I learned so much from the ground up my head is exploding. Thank you Matthew for empowering the public to take their health back into their hands.
Read LessI had taken a class a few years ago with Lise, and this was an excellent refresher for me. Thank you!
I had taken a class a few years ago with Lise, and this was an excellent refresher for me. Thank you!
Read LessThere was nothing to dislike in this class/topic (Cucumber/Solomon's Seal). I felt more as if I was listening to a friend than a teacher, and I appreciated ...
Read MoreThere was nothing to dislike in this class/topic (Cucumber/Solomon's Seal). I felt more as if I was listening to a friend than a teacher, and I appreciated the little side topics because they always came back to the main topic. Very much looking forward to learning more.
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