Burdock

Arctium lappa  Family: Compositae

 

Uses:

• Skin conditions, used internally and externally
• Blood cleanser
• Liver support
• Lymphatic cleanser
• Nutritive

Caution: None 

Parts Used: Roots, seeds, leaves

Dosage: 1-2 tsp herb infused in 1 Cup boiling water or 1oz dried herb infused in 1 pint of water, take 1 Cup three times daily; 15-30 drops tincture taken 3 times daily; poultice to treat skin conditions externally

Range: Native to Europe and Northern Asia, now is grown worldwide and is a common weed, will grow in poor soil, US zones 2-10

Habitat & Growing Conditions: Likes rich soil and some shade, but very hardy and can tolerate poor soil

Traditional Chinese Medicine Flavors: Bitter, slightly sweet, cool

Properties:

• Alterative
• Diuretic
• Diaphoretic
• Nutritive

Key Constituents:

• Calcium
• Magnesium
• Phosphorus
• Iron
• Chromium
• Inulin
• Sesquiterpenes
• Bitter Glycosides
• Flavonoids
• Volatile Oils

Try the following products that include this wonderful herb:

• Detox Herbal Tea Blend
• Sacred Self Herbal Tea Blend
• Liver Tonic

Sources:

The Way of Herbs, Michael Tierra p105

Herbs: A Beginner's Guide, Rosemary Gladstar p107

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases. If you are under the care of a health care provider and/or taking prescription medication, check with your health care provider before taking any herbal supplement.