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Organic Burdock Root (Arctium lappa) c/s

Organic Burdock Root (Arctium lappa) c/s

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The burdock root has deep roots in traditional medicine and Asian cuisine. The entire plant is edible and is a popular vegetable in Japan. Burdock root powder has a blend of earthy bitterness and subtle sweetness that adds depth to a variety of dishes. It is also an antioxidant powerhouse.

Burdock, or Arctium Lappa, is a member of the Asteraceae family that is also home to daisies and sunflowers. Organic burdock is widely cultivated across China, Europe, and North America, and is known for its pink thistle-like flowers.

Sprinkle the earthy root in soups, stews, eggs, pasta, rice dishes, and bone broth.

a.
quick look

information at a glance

approximate cups to one pound 3.5
origin china
active compounds mucilage, acetylene compounds, polyacetylenes, bitter guaianolides
plant part used root
processing cut & sifted

b.
buying & keeping

general guidelines and tips

storage tips Store in a sealed container away from light, heat and moisture.
appearance & aroma Fibrous and woody in appearance without remarkable aroma.

c.
uses

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cosmetic Decoct the chopped root in boiling water to make poultices and skin washes.
culinary Use the dried, chopped root in tea blends or toss into simmering soups or braised foods.
wellness May also be encapsulated, alone or with other herbs.
safety Use with caution if there is a history of kidney disorders or gastrointestinal problems due to the herb’s diuretic effects.

d.
flavor profile

cut & sifted
burdock root

Slightly sweet but mildly pungent. Good companion for bitter tasting herbs and roots.

what else you should know

cut & sifted
burdock root

Although burdock isn’t native to North America, various Native American tribes used the herb once it was introduced by European settlers. The Ojibwa tribe, in particular, held burdock root in high esteem. In combination with slippery elm bark, turkey rhubarb root and sheep sorrel, burdock root was a component in the traditional Ojibwa tonic later adapted by Rene Caisse, the Canadian nurse who presented the world with the formula known as essiac tea.



 

 

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