Marcela Cardozo 
Marcela (Achyrocline satureioides) is one of the most cherished herbs in the cultural and natural landscape of southern Brazil. Found throughout the open fields of Rio Grande do Sul, it is much more than a plant — it’s a symbol of healing, tradition, and connection to the land. This aromatic herb has been used for … Read more
Room sprays are one of the fastest ways to change the energy of a space. With a few spritzes, you can refresh stale air, set a relaxing mood, or bring seasonal joy into your home. Commercial sprays often rely on artificial fragrances and aerosols, which mask odors temporarily but can trigger allergies or pollute indoor … Read more
Modern life has filled homes with synthetic fragrances. Supermarkets offer sprays, plug-ins, gels, and candles that promise freshness. Yet behind the pleasant smell hides a list of chemicals that harm health and the environment. Families breathe them daily without realizing their impact. In Southern Brazil, before the age of aerosols, Gaúcho families had their own … Read more
In the southern plains of Rio Grande do Sul, detoxification has always meant more than flushing toxins from the body. It’s about clearing emotional weight, restoring mental clarity, and returning to a state of harmony with nature. Gaúcho herbalism recognizes the body and emotions as intertwined. From bitter herbs like Carqueja and Boldinho to calming … Read more
Candles are more than light sources. They create atmosphere, mark transitions, and carry meaning. A single flame can calm the mind, focus attention, or transform a room into a sanctuary. Yet most commercial candles are made with paraffin, synthetic fragrances, and dyes that release pollutants into the air. Instead of bringing comfort, they often contribute … Read more
Essential oils are powerful. They carry the concentrated essence of plants, with effects that reach body, mind, and mood. Used wisely, they transform daily routines: a rosemary mist sharpens focus, a marcela spray calms at night, a sage bundle resets the home atmosphere. But because they are concentrated, safety matters. Misuse can irritate the skin, … Read more
Seasons change the way a home feels and smells. In Southern Brazil, Gaúcho herbs offer a natural way to follow that rhythm. By blending native plants with weather, light, and mood, you can compose scents that match each season’s energy.Seasonal fragrance is more than decoration. It is a practice of attention. It uses marcela, rosemary, … Read more
In the pampas of Southern Brazil, herbs are more than plants. They are cultural markers, sources of healing, and everyday companions in homes. Yet, their power depends on when they are collected. The tradition of seasonal harvesting ensures that herbs reach their full potential in both flavor and effectiveness. Understanding these cycles is key to … Read more
Every home has its own smell. Cooking, pets, dampness, and dust all leave traces in the air. Commercial air fresheners try to solve this with strong synthetic perfumes, but they only mask odors and often release chemicals that irritate lungs, trigger allergies, or pollute indoor environments. A safer and more traditional alternative is the herbal … Read more
The herbal traditions of Rio Grande do Sul carry centuries of knowledge about how to use local plants like Marcela, Carqueja, Boldinho, Mint, and Erva-doce. Today, these same herbs are being rediscovered and transformed into essential oils — concentrated forms that offer powerful healing when used correctly. But with this potency comes responsibility. Essential oils … Read more