April Graham is not your typical herbalist. Raised among the towering pines of the Blue Mountains in Northeast Oregon, she grew up deeply rooted in the practices of herbalism, learning from her grandmothers, Ruby and Audry, who passed down generations of plant wisdom. But April’s journey was anything but easy—it was one of survival, resilience, and a deep connection to the land that shaped her understanding of true healing.
By the age of 13, April found herself homeless, living on the streets for nearly a decade until her early 20s. During those tough years, herbs were more than just medicine—they were her meals, her means of staying well, and often, her only source of stability. As a young mother, she faced an even greater challenge: a cervical cancer diagnosis while five months pregnant with her daughter. Refusing the recommended chemotherapy and hysterectomy, she turned to her deep knowledge of herbs, nutrition, prayer, and a LEEP procedure to reclaim her health. Today, April has been cancer-free for nearly 18 years and credits safe, simple herbs, deep nutrition, and the healing power of giving birth as key to her recovery.
This story of survival has made April a significant figure in modern herbalism. She not only broke the cycle of poverty for herself and her children but also transformed her hardships into a source of empowerment for others. Her strong stance against keeping herbal knowledge behind paywalls has made her a controversial figure in the industry but a beloved teacher to hundreds of thousands worldwide. Through over 450+ YouTube videos, she shares her herbal wisdom freely, emphasizing whole, safe, and simple herbs. April ends each video with a familiar and heartfelt reminder: “You are smart enough to do this!”—a sentiment she believes to her very core.
Wild Wood Apothecary was born from one of April’s darkest hours. Living in a remote mountain cabin, enduring the brutal grip of benzo withdrawal, and struggling to provide for her children, she started with just a jar of elderberry tincture and a few empty bottles. With nothing but her determination, she labeled the tinctures by hand and hitchhiked miles to upload a photo of them online. Those first six sales marked a turning point—proof that her hard-won knowledge could create a path forward.
April is known for her authenticity—she’s down-to-earth, kind, yet unafraid to set firm boundaries and speak her truth. Her approach to herbalism is about taking time, honoring the whole plant, and understanding that true healing isn’t about instant results but about commitment, patience, and respect for the plants. Not everyone agrees with her methods, but for those who do, she’s the teacher they’ve been searching for.
April Graham’s story isn’t just about building an apothecary; it’s about creating a legacy of safe, simple herbs rooted in ancestral practices. When you choose her creations, you’re not just purchasing products—you’re supporting a woman who has dedicated her life to making herbal wisdom accessible to all.
