Burdock Leaf , Cut & Sifted [1 oz.]

Burdock Leaf, Cut & Sifted [1 oz.]

Botanical Name:

Arctium lappa

Origin:

China

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 root is harvested as a vegetable in Japan and was once used to provide bitter flavor to European beers. The sliced, dried burdock root is used to make infusions and decoctions, usually for the purposed of preparing a poultice.