Business Details
15 Years
experience
Organic Herbs & Herbal Remedies in New Orleans
Miss Annes Maypop Herb Shop was founded in 2011 by a collective of herbalists as the first herb shop to open in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina. Located on St. Claude Avenue in the Bywater neighborhood, we have become an essential community resource for plant-based healthcare solutions since the pandemic. Our shop offers over 180 bulk herbs, spices, tea blends, and herbal extracts, with formulations developed through community needs and Indigenous herbalist traditions. Anne White Hat, a Sicangu Lakota herbalist with 25+ years of experience, acquired the shop in 2022 to expand access to high-quality, affordable herbal medicines. Our team includes certified herbalists trained in clinical and community herbalism, with expertise in creating culturally sensitive formulations for modern health challenges.We prioritize organic and sustainably sourced materials, featuring handmade products from local and trusted small makers. During the COVID-19 pandemic, we coordinated mutual aid efforts to distribute herbal care packages nationwide through variant surges. Our commitment to accessible medicine includes partnerships with Indigenous-led initiatives and educational programs for lifelong plant relationships. The shop remains a hub for both traditional and innovative herbal practices along the Gulf South Medicine Trail. Our mission combines healing, social change, and preservation of Indigenous herbal knowledge for future generations.
Services
Bulk Herbs
Herbal Extracts
Tea Blends
Custom Formulations
Community Medicine
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer 180+ organic bulk herbs and custom formulations developed through community needs
- Our team includes certified herbalists with 25+ years of combined clinical experience
- We prioritize sustainably wildcrafted and locally made products
- We coordinated national herbal pandemic response efforts during COVID-19
- Our shop supports Indigenous-led health initiatives and educational programs
What people say
Knowledgeable staff
High-quality organic products
Community-focused approach
Effective herbal remedies
Accessible wellness solutions
Services
Bulk Herbs
We offer over 180 organic bulk herbs and spices sourced sustainably. Our collection includes traditional medicinal plants and rare botanicals for diverse healing needs. Formulations are developed through community input and Indigenous herbalist traditions.
Herbal Extracts
Our herbal extract line includes 20+ tinctures made with organic alcohol bases. These concentrated formulations address common health concerns using time-tested botanical combinations. All extracts use sustainably harvested plant materials.
Tea Blends
We provide 18 herbal tea blends combining traditional recipes with modern wellness needs. Our teas use organic ingredients for digestive support, immune boosting, and stress relief. Custom tea blends are available upon request.
Community Medicine
Our community-determined medicine program develops formulations based on local health needs. During the pandemic, we created targeted herbal protocols in collaboration with national herbalists. This initiative supports accessible healthcare through plant-based solutions.
Custom Formulations
We create tailored herbal blends for specific health requirements. Our clinical herbalists consult on custom tea, tincture, and topical preparations. This service combines individual health goals with traditional herbal knowledge for personalized wellness support.
People
Anne White Hat
Owner & Lead Herbalist
Sicangu Lakota herbalist with 25+ years of experience. Mentored by Indigenous Zapoteca midwife Doa Enriqueta Contreras. Lead plaintiff in White Hat vs Landry pipeline resistance case. Completed Vermont Center for Integrative Herbalism program.
Marina Sparagana
Community Herbalist
Clinical herbalist specializing in personalized formulations. Graduate of Appalachian Center for Natural Health and Vermont Center for Integrative Herbalism. Has worked at Maypop since 2017. Focuses on harm reduction and liberatory healing practices.
Marcela Singleton
Herbal Educator
Gardener and artist with herbalism background from her mother. New Orleans resident since 1997. Combines creative expression with plant medicine education. Specializes in community workshops and traditional remedy instruction.
Justine Diamond
Administrative Director
Manages shop operations with aromatherapy certification. Completed Samara School of Community Herbalism program. Creates natural perfumes under Elspeths Airs brand. Focuses on accessible medicine and community engagement.
Cate Alber
Clinical Herbalist
Community herbalist in New Orleans' 9th Ward. Completed programs at Blue Ridge School of Herbal Medicine and Vermont Center for Integrative Herbalism. Offers consultations through Homebody Herbs practice. Specializes in plant-person relationship building.
Questions
What types of herbal products do you offer?
We offer over 180 bulk herbs, 20+ herbal extract blends, 18 tea blends, and custom formulations using organic and sustainably sourced materials.
Do you provide herbal consultations?
Yes, our certified herbalists offer personalized consultations for custom tea, tincture, and topical preparations tailored to individual health needs.
How can I order products?
Order online for local pickup or shipping with a $20 minimum. We also accept in-store purchases at our New Orleans location.
What community initiatives do you support?
We develop community-determined medicine, supported pandemic herbal response efforts, and partner with Indigenous-led health initiatives.
Are your products sustainably sourced?
All items use organic or sustainably wildcrafted materials, with emphasis on local production and ethical sourcing practices.
Reviews (7)
Zen Castro
Jun 24, 2021
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LOreal was so amazing!! Such a great energy and made our first visit a memorable one. Honestly was the highlight of my day when I went in Friday. Helpful and educated us on the herbs. The space itself is on the smaller size, but filled with a huge variety of herbs, tinctures, teas, and locally made products and art. They have books as well centered on plants and herbs. Im local and cant believe I took this long to stop by. Will be coming back!!
Equali Tees
Jun 24, 2021
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My first herb shop experience was amazing. Laurielle (I'm probably spelling that incorrectly, please forgive me!) was so helpful and knowledgeable and we had an amazing conversation about herbs, life and family. She told me I'm going to become addicted and I think she's right! I'll be going back soon for sure
James Gilbert
Jun 19, 2021
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They are absolutely wonderful. They have a broad selection and great prices. They have a very knowledgeable staff who is very kind and helpful. I have frequented here for about 4 years. This is the first time I've left a review but every interaction I have had has been the same.
Ivy Diggs
Jul 27, 2020
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What a gem! I shall return. It was the only place I could find calendula oil without having to order online. I'll be sure to get the rest of my oil from here from now on. Support exceptional local businesses!
Bianca S.
Jan 21, 2019
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What a cute shop! I loved looking around and found the staff to be very kind and knowledge. I ended up walking away with some herbal after ink care. Thank you so much!
Kianna Ray
Jul 20, 2018
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I had a great time here, my ignorance to this little herbal shop on the corner was very upsetting. I had no idea they were there. I have been long suffering with thyroid issues and I recently decided to do a little research on some homeopathic treatments, because surgery is the last step for me, so I researched an item I had no idea where to get it. And low and behold I walk into this place and there it is on the top shelf. The lady working was so helpful, however, you have so many questions and she's just one little lady, and then in comes the crowd, and you have to share "sighs." Anywho this
Tom Schmidt
Jan 08, 2018
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Great stop. I just needed milk thistle but most of the herbs here I had never even seen or sometimes heard of before.
