Rio Grande Herb Company

06/15/2026

04/17/2026

Rio Grande Herb Company offers authentic Mexican herbs and Southwest New Mexican spices—bringing traditional flavor and quality to your kitchen.

🌿 Authentic Mexican herbs & Southwest NM spices | Rooted in tradition, full of flavor 🌶 | 📍Rio Grande Region

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02/10/2026

🫔 Red Chile Posole season is HERE 🌶️
Nothing says winter in New Mexico like a slow-simmered bowl of posole—rich red chile, tender pork, hearty hominy, and all the fresh toppings. Seasoned with ground cumin and bay leaves from —simple ingredients, deep flavor, and true New Mexico roots.

Finished with cabbage, radish, oregano, and a squeeze of lime.
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01/20/2026

Yerba Mansa (The Little Cure-All) 🍃

While Osha is the King of New Mexico herbs, Yerba Mansa (Anemopsis californica) is often considered the Queen. It grows in the bosque (river valleys) and low, wet spots, recognizable by its white cone-like flowers and large, leathery leaves.

In New Mexico Spanish, mansa means "tame" or "calm." While it isn't a sedative, it is known to "calm" inflammation and infection better than almost anything else. It is the closest thing to a "cure-all" in the local medicine cabinet.

Primary Uses:👇

Infected Gums & Toothaches: This is its superpower. A tea made from the red, spicy roots is swished in the mouth to cure gingivitis, mouth sores, or sore throats. It acts as a powerful antibacterial mouthwash.

The Rheumatism Bath: For older folks with aching bones or arthritis, the large green leaves were boiled in a large pot of water. This dark water was then added to a bath (or used as a foot soak) to draw out the pain and inflammation from tired joints.

Stomach Ulcers: Drinking a mild tea of the roots is a traditional remedy for stomach ulcers and digestion issues, as it helps heal the mucus membranes of the gut.

Sinus Relief: Some old-timers would dry the root, grind it into a fine powder, and sniff a tiny pinch to violently clear out sinus infections (though this method is intense!).

12/28/2025

Flu season is among us. Please take care of yourself and others by resting, staying hydrated, supporting your immune system with natural supplements, and enjoying soothing remedies like a non-alcoholic hot toddy. Small steps make a big difference—thank you for helping keep everyone healthy.
Check out Rio Grande Herbs for teas, herbs, spices & natural wellness products. Shop local, live healthy, and treat yourself! ✨

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12/09/2025

Rio Grande Herb Company offers authentic Mexican herbs and Southwest New Mexican spices—bringing traditional flavor and quality to your kitchen.

🌿 Authentic Mexican herbs & Southwest NM spices | Rooted in tradition, full of flavor 🌶 | 📍Rio Grande Region