Red Root - CEANOTHUS AMERICANUS
(Cut & Sifted) (Wild Crafted) Available in 1OZ,
COMMON NAME
Standardized: red root
Other: Jersey tea, New Jersey tea
BOTANICAL NAME
Ceanothus americanus L.
Plant Family: Rhamnaceae
INTRODUCTION
Red root is a shrub also known as wild snowball for its clusters of white flowers borne in early summer. Its root is bitter and its root tea has a "bite." Red root was used as a substitute for tea during the American Revolutionary War.
CONSTITUENTS
Ceanothine, tannins.
PARTS USED
Root bark.
TYPICAL PREPARATIONS
Teas, tinctures and in capsule form. Also used as a natural dye.
PRECAUTIONS
Specific: No known precautions.
General: We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.
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