Frontier Co-Op Organic Burdock Root Cut and Sifted — 16 oz

Description

Frontier Co-op® offers high quality Burdock root (Arctium lappa L.) in one pound bulk packaging. The root is native to Europe and North Asia but can be found in many areas across the globe. The burdock plant is a genus that is related to both sunflowers and some members of the daisy family. The roots are very fibrous, and when cut becomes soft and stringy. Burdock root is used both for tea and in cooking.   Burdock root is a superior tonic herb that has a special affinity for the skin. The root can be used in all types of skin preparations. Burdock root is traditionally used to support healthy skin and to support a healthy digestive system.   Burdock root is common in stews, soups, sauteed vegetables, and teas. It is also used as a vegetable by itself and delivers an earthy, sweet and mild taste that complements other flavors. It accents Japanese miso soup (tonjiru), rolled sushi, vegetable dishes, and more. It can be mixed with other teas or brewed by itself.