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SOLD OUT Oaxaca Tour: A Journey into the World of Zapotec Traditions

Join Botanical Colors on a tour of Oaxaca and A Journey into the World of Zapotec Traditions! Join Botanical Colors for an indigenous-focused tour of Oaxaca, Mexico through Ancestros, Porfirio Gutiérrez’s Indigenous-owned and managed travel company. Oaxaca is one of the most ethnically and linguistically diverse areas of the country, with deep ties to ancient cultures and a rich practice of textiles, color and traditions. Our trip highlights include time studio time dyeing with cochineal as well as textile-focused visits with village artisans, time to learn, practice and make textiles, and visits to important, historic spiritual sites, all guided by … Read more

dried pericon stalks and leaves in a white bowl

Organic Pericón

Organic Pericón Each package of our organic Pericón is approximately 100 grams. Due to the bulky nature of this dye, it’s a little difficult to measure. You will receive at least 100 grams of the product. Pericón (Tagetes lucida), also known as Mexican tarragon or mint marigold is a traditional plant native to Mexico and Central America. Pericón is a perennial. People use it medicinally, in cooking, and as a dye. Pericón is part of the traditional dye plant palette of the Zapotec people in Oaxaca, Mexico. Our friend, Porfirio Gutierrez, is profiled in this 2017 New York Times article … Read more