Description
Type: Elecampane Root. Color: Light Brown. Process: dry organic Elecampane Root. Elecampane is an attractive flowering plant that is also called velvet dock & yellow starwort. It is a member of the daisy family that is native to Europe now naturalized elsewhere.The roots of the plant contain a chemical called inulin, a type of fiber common to many fruits used as a natural sweetener in processed foods & as a dietary prebiotic. Although the flowers are eye-catching, it is the root of the plant that is harvested to produce teas, tinctures, & other preparations. Elecampane root is commonly used as a stimulating expectorant & dietary prebiotics. To reduce its pungent flavor this root blends well with pleasant-tasting herbs & berries. CAUTION: Larger amounts of Elecampane root consumed may cause vomiting, diarrhea, & intestinal paralysis, which requires immediate medical attention. People with a known sensitivity to inulin should avoid this herb. Do not use elecampane root during pregnancy or while nursing. DISCLAIMER in ACCORDANCE WITH THE US FDA REGULATIONS Our information on the use of this herb should never replace the care of a medical doctor. We are not medical professionals & are not claiming to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We are providing information for educational purposes only, based on common & publicly accessible historical information on the herb. You must be 18 years or older to purchase any herb from our store. We recommend that you educate yourself about the use of this herb before purchasing it. BULK/WHOLESALE: please contact us if you need larger bulk or wholesale orders. IMPORTANT: the picture of the product in most cases are zoomed-in photos of the herb, the product description will be a near accurate description of the herb. Please expect variations in the color of the herb from batch to batch & some possible differences from the picture as this is a natural product that can change with each herb harvest. Elecampane Root, Organic, 1lb Cut & Sifted | Inula Helenium
