Alkanet Root (Alkanna tinctoria), Cut and Sifted, Wild Harvested

PAKISTAN. Alkanet Root (Alkanna tinctoria), Cut and Sifted, Wild Harvested Common names: Anchusa, Dyer's Alkanet, Bugloss, Dyer's Bugloss, Spanish Bugloss, Languedoc Bugloss, Orchanet Family: Boraginaceae Alkanet is a plant native to Mediterranean Europe, growing up to about a foot in height, with blue flowers and hairy leaves and stems, like its cousin, Borage. This herb is commonly used as a coloring agent and dye for natural health care products and textiles. The root contains high amount of antioxidants, and is also reputed to be anti-inflammatory. Not recommended for internal use. We are proud to use Alkanet in our Red Velvet Lip Balm as a natural coloring agent. *These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.