Botanical Name: Arctium lappa
Origin: Croatia / China
Production: The plant of the burdock root is a biennial that blooms bright pink/red/purple thistle-like flowers on long stalks. The plant is native to Europe and Asia but has now been naturalized in North America and Australia. The carrot-like taproot can grow up to three feet deep.
Organic Burdock Root
Qualities: Burdock root is used in herbal medicine and Traditional Chinese medicine, and is considered to be a diuretic, diaphoretic, and a blood purifying agent.
Common Use: Burdock root can be brewed into a tea, or used as a tincture, poultice, or powdered and encapsulated.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place in a sealed container.
Safety: We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using any herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.