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Bedstraw / Cleavers (Galium aparine) - Bulk

Bedstraw / Cleavers (Galium aparine) - Bulk

R 439.00
R 439.00
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INCI: Galium aparine

Bedstraw, also known as Cleavers (Galium aparine), is a traditional herb used in gentle cleansing-style routines. It is commonly prepared as an infusion and is often chosen for blends focused on fluid balance and everyday lymphatic and urinary support traditions. Cleavers have a mild, green herbal character and are used both internally as tea and externally in poultice-style and skin-soothing routines. This is a single-ingredient dried herb with no added fillers or fragrance.

This product is certified: Vegan and Food Grade.

Also available in a smaller retail size.

  • Botanical Name: Galium aparine
  • Common Name: Cleavers, Bedstraw
  • Also Known As: Goosegrass, Catchweed, Barweed, Cleavers Herb, Zhu Yang Yang
  • Plant Part: Aerial Parts
  • Form: Dried herb
  • Flavour Profile: Mild, green, herbaceous
  • Suitable For: Infusions, tinctures, external compress style preparations
  • Size Options: 250g, 500g or 1kg

    This product is commonly used to:

  • Brew as a gentle herbal infusion for cleansing-style routines
  • Support traditional lymphatic and fluid-balance focused blends
  • Use externally in compresses or poultice-style preparations
  • Prepare tinctures for home apothecary use

    This product is suitable for:

  • Those who prefer gentle, mild tasting herbal teas
  • People building traditional cleansing-style tea routines
  • DIY makers using herbs in external skin-soothing preparations

    • This product is not for:

  • Individuals who want strong, spicy, or highly aromatic teas
  • Anyone looking for long-term continuous use without breaks
  • Those sensitive to tannin-rich herbs
  • As an Infusion: Pour 1 cup of boiling water over 2 to 3 teaspoons of herb, infuse for 10 minutes, strain, then drink.
  • As a Tincture: Use a tincture method suited to aerial herbs, then strain and bottle.
  • As an External Compress: Prepare an infusion, cool completely, soak a clean cloth, and apply briefly.
  • Processing Tip: Cleavers can be tannin-rich. Keep infusions moderate and take breaks between periods of use.
  • Tannin-rich herbs may cause nausea or stomach upset in some individuals.
  • Traditionally used in short cycles, take for only two weeks at a time, then break for 1 to 2 weeks.
  • If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before use.
  • Consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before use if you have a medical condition or take medication.
  • Discontinue use if any adverse reaction occurs.
  • Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Q: What does cleavers tea taste like?
A: Mild, green, and herbaceous, making it easy to blend with other herbs.

Q: Can I use this herb externally?
A: Yes. Many people prepare a cooled infusion for brief compress routines.

Q: Why is cycling suggested with cleavers?
A: Some people find tannin-rich herbs are better tolerated when used with breaks.

About These Botanicals

This product is grown in an organic and regenerative fashion with as minimal use of insecticides, pesticides, herbicides and fungicides as possible, in certified organic fertilizer. The product is sourced food grade. It is not certified organic. Suitable for Kosher, Halaal and Hindi diets.

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