Burdock Root (Arctium lappa) Powder - Bulk

• Botanical Name: Arctium lappa
• Common Name: Burdock Root
• Plant Part: Root
• Form: Fine powder
• Flavour Profile: Earthy, bitter-root, grounding
• Ingredients: Burdock root powder (Arctium lappa)
• Country Of Origin: Various origins (batch dependent)
• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct light and strong odours; reseal tightly after each use
  

• Bittering root for caffeine-free digestive tea blends
• Kitchen-style infusions such as broths, soups, and savoury decoctions
• Alcohol or glycerine extracts and bitters-style apothecary projects
• Rinse-off skin wash or brief compress routines using a cooled, strained decoction
• Bath and foot soak blends for end-of-day unwind

This product is suitable for:

• Those who enjoy earthy, bitter-root decoctions
• Herbal blenders building cleansing-style and digestive-focused mixes
• Kitchen crafters using roots in broth and infusion projects
• DIY makers preparing rinse-off skin routines from strained decoctions

This product is not for:

• People who prefer sweet, mild herbal teas
• Anyone with a known Asteraceae (daisy family) allergy
• Those wanting an instant, fully soluble powder with no sediment

• As a Decoction: Use 1 to 2 tsp powder per 250ml water, bring to the boil then simmer 10 to 20 minutes; strain through fine mesh or muslin.
• As a Tincture: Use a 1:5 ratio (root:solvent) in 40% to 50% alcohol; macerate 2 to 4 weeks with occasional shaking, then strain and bottle.
• As a Skin Rinse or Compress: Prepare decoction as above, cool fully, apply briefly with clean cotton to intact skin, then rinse.
• Processing Tip: Powder needs thorough straining. Muslin or a coffee filter helps create a smoother result.

• Take at least two hours apart from iron supplements, as burdock may affect iron absorption.
• Not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
• Seek advice before use if you have diabetes or take diuretics.
• Avoid use if you have a known Asteraceae (daisy family) allergy.
• If you have a medical condition or take medication, consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before use.
• Discontinue use if any adverse reaction occurs.
• Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Q: Why is burdock commonly simmered rather than steeped?
A: As a root, it is typically prepared as a decoction, which helps extract flavour and plant compounds more effectively than a simple steep.

Q: Does burdock root powder fully dissolve in water?
A: No. It infuses into the water but can leave fine sediment, so straining is recommended.

Q: What does burdock taste like?
A: Earthy and distinctly root-like with a mild bitterness that pairs well with warming spices or other roots in blends.