Looking for more information about herbal smoking blends? You’re in the right place.
Whether you want to use smokable herbs by themselves or add them to your cannabis, we have a quick rundown on everything you need to know.
Herbal smoke blends can be a DIY operation -mixing various smokable herbs together for your desired experience.
You could also buy pre-rolled herbal cigarettes, but if you want to mix your blends with cannabis (which we highly recommend) a pre-made herbal smoking blend may be the way to go.
Luckily, quality smoking blends aren’t that hard to find. Brands like Meo Marley’s, a company owned by a couple of highly functional stoners out of Quebec, sells premixed herbal smoking blends that can be bought online and shipped in the mail.
What are herbal smoking blends?
Blends made up of dried herbs that are safe to smoke. Smokable blends typically contain three parts; A base of light, easy-to-smoke herbs, specific herbs for a desired physical or mental effect, and specific herbs to add a desired flavor.
Someone may use an herbal smoking blend to replace tobacco without giving up the “smoking” part.
Other people may use smokable herbs to try and achieve a desired effect like relaxation or boosting energy levels. Some may add herbal blends to their cannabis for a more curated high.
Benefits of smokable herbs
More scientific research needs to be done in order to determine the exact benefits of herbal smoking blends.
However, the individual herbs contained in these blends have shown promise for promoting physical health and wellness.
In fact, many popular smoking herbs have been used medicinally for hundreds or thousands of years around the world.
For example, smoking mugwort has been associated with an ease in allergy symptoms, menstrual cramps, and gastrointestinal issues.
Meo Marley’s uses mugwort in their PotPourri Blend, alongside rose petals, which have been long believed to help curb anxiety in some traditional healing cultures, and skullcap, which is thought to have relaxation benefits.
Chamomile, found in their OG Herbal Smoking Blend, is thought to help with relaxation and sleep when infused in hot water although the same effects haven’t been yet proven when inhaled.
And, passion flower, found in their Zen Herbal Smoking Blend, is thought to provide a relaxing, almost sedating effect in many traditional healing salves and tinctures.
Benefits of adding smoking herbs to cannabis
- A more controlled high
- Saving money on cannabis by mixing it with herbal blends
- Extending your cannabis supply by using less
- A better taste
- A better aroma – reduces the “skunk” of more intense weed strains
- Minimizing the harshness in the throat when inhaling
Herbs you can smoke
While there is still not enough science to fully support the safety of smoking all herbs, here is a list of herbs that have been commonly smoked throughout the years. These herbs are also commonly found in herbal smoking blends.
Note: This is not an exhaustive list. There are plenty more smokable herbs out there.
- Mullein: A tasteless medicinal herb that is thought to help clear lung inflammation and infection.
- Damiane: A spicy and minty herb that is thought to help with relaxation.
- Billberry leaves: A herb that has a history of being used to help with poor circulation and other diseases.
- Passion flower: A mellow and clove-like herb that is thought to curb anxiety and restlessness.
- Skullcap: An herb known to help decrease anxiety and insomnia.
- Mugwort: An earthy, sage-tasting herb that is said to help with anxiety and stomach issues.
- Rose petals: Dried rose petals, said to have calming and anti-anxiety properties.
- Raspberry leaves: A sedating herb that is thought to help relieve pain and calm the nervous system.
- White Horehound: A Mediterranean herb that is thought to help with coughing and asthma.
- Korea ginseng: A traditional herb that is thought to cleanse the adrenal glands and lower stress levels.
- Hyssop: An ancient herb thought to help cleanse the lungs, stimulate focus, and relieve anxiety.
- Bergamot: A medicinal herb that is thought to be good for lung health, boosting energy and immunity.
- Wormwood: A medicinal herb believed to help with pain relief and muscle aches.
Plus more! Remember, always do your research and consult your doctor before smoking herbs.
Smoking herbs FAQ
What herbal smoking blends for anxiety are best?
While the science is not definitive on this, smoking herbs like chamomile, passion flower, and rose petals are thought to help ease anxiety.
What herbal smoking blends for energy are best?
While the science is not definitive on this, smoking herbs like Korean Ginseng may help provide a boost of energy.
Can you buy herbal cigarettes?
You can buy herbal cigarettes but you can also buy herbal smoking blends like the ones from Meo Marley’s to roll your own. This is especially beneficial for adding cannabis to your blends.
How do you make homemade herbal cigarettes?
You can buy premixed herbal blends and then roll your own cigarettes at home with rolling papers.
Are herbal smoking blends safe?
Many of the popular herbs in smoking blends have been used for hundreds or thousands of years for medicinal purposes. There is still not enough science to definitely say how safe they are.
To sum it up
Herbal smoking blends can be a great addition to your cannabis. Whether for the taste, the physical/mental effects, or just to save money, adding herbs to your marijuana can provide a ton of benefits.
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Shannon Ullman is a writer who focuses on cannabis culture and lifestyle.
-Created in partnership with Meo Marley’s