Welcome, I’m Jennifer Herrera Condry, an herbalist and plant alchemist, arts administrator, co-founder of Juniper Creative Arts, and creator of Alkimila Botanikals. Born and raised in New York City, I am a first-generation US citizen of Dominican descent and carry with me a legacy of Afro-Indigenous Caribbean healing practices.

I draw inspiration from the rich traditions of my family of artists, entrepreneurs, healers, caregivers, espiritistas, and warriors from Ayiti Kiskeya (the Taíno name for the island now known as Haiti and Dominican Republic). Because of them I am.

As a lifelong student of plant magic and medicine, my education blends passed-down wisdom from my family and ancestors, spiritual teachings, 20 years of hands-on experience working with plants and flowers spiritually, and over 900 hours of advanced training with clinical and master herbalists. I am also trained as a Hatha Yoga teacher and a Reiki Master. In addition, I have a BFA in Art History with minors in Studio Art and Business, and an MA in Spanish Linguistics. In 2020, I “retired” from a 22-year career in higher education to work full-time for our family business, Juniper Creative Arts, focus on furthering my herbal education, and building our herbal product line and brand, Alkimila Botanikals.

Through my work and offerings at Alkimila Botanikals, I am honored to share the magic and medicine of plants, helping you connect to their wisdom as well as to your body’s innate healing intelligence.

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Since 2020, through Juniper Creative’s Artpothecary, Jennifer has been offering herbal tea blends intended for moments of reflection, restoration, and relaxation, and to restore harmony and vitality to your whole being. With the expansion of our offerings, Alkimila Botanikals was born, allowing us to share not only herbal blends but also personalized education and guidance to support you on your own healing journey.

The name Alkimila Botanikals is inspired by the transformational power of alchemy and a reverence for Alchemilla “Lady’s Mantle”—a plant rich with symbolism, medicinal and magical uses. Our creative take on the spelling incorporates linguistic influences from Kikongo and Taíno languages, using “k” in place of “ch” and “c”. This linguistic decision also aligns with cultural practices in Hip-Hop, where language is often reclaimed and redefined empowering us to express ourselves and connect to our roots. The use of "k" for us symbolizes a reclamation of cultural heritage and creative self-expression that allows us to honor the influences that continue to guide us.

At Alkimila Botanikals, we prioritize sourcing our herbs from organic farms, local growers, and small regenerative farms that share our commitment to ethical, reverential harvesting. We choose partners who honor the land, the plants, and the cycles that sustain them.

Whenever possible, we work with plants we grow ourselves or thoughtfully gather from our own land.

Every herbal blend we create carries the imprint of love, care, and reverence.

Our tea blends are available in either 1 and 2 ounce bags of loose herb.

Email us at info@alkimilabotanikals.com if you’re interested in larger sizes.

We also offer custom blends that include a mini-consultation so we can create something unique and just right for you.

We create each herbal blend for you using organic, locally sourced and/or wildcrafted ingredients at our home-based apothecary.

We follow strict measures to keep our home-based office, apothecary, and studios clean, spiritually and hygienically, to maintain a healthy environment. 

The plant medicines, teachings, and magickal offerings shared on this site arise from lineages of ancestral practice, spiritual wisdom, and the intelligence of the natural world. Yet even as we honor these traditions, our products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Some of our products may cause allergic reactions. Please carefully read the ingredient statement for each product before purchasing or use. 

The information on this site is offered for education, awakening curiosity, spiritual enrichment, deepening your rituals, and reconnecting with the medicines that have supported our people for generations. It is not a substitute for professional medical care, psychological support, or the guidance of a qualified healthcare practitioner. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or navigating any health condition, please consult your healthcare provider before using herbal products.

Our spiritual and magickal products are intended for personal and ceremonial use only. They are crafted to support intention and alignment but we cannot guarantee any specific outcomes or results. Transformation is a collaborative process between you, your spirit, and your practice.

No action should be taken solely on the content provided on this site; your body, mind, and spirit deserve the discernment of qualified practitioners where appropriate. By choosing to use Alkimila Botanikals products, you acknowledge that you hold responsibility for your own well-being and the choices you make in partnership with your healthcare team.  You also assume responsibility for your choices and acknowledge that we are not liable for any effects, outcomes, or interpretations arising from the use of our products. 

We honor our roots, respect our ancestors, and create from a place of integrity, authenticity, intention, and care. Our offerings are tools meant to accompany your journey not to define it. You remain the source of power, discernment, and responsibility in your healing work.

Alkimila Botanikals is a DBA of Juniper Creative LLC. All statements in this disclaimer apply to Alkimila Botanikals and Juniper Creative LLC.