Elecampagne Root c/s

Botanical Name - Inula helenium Other Names - elfdock, elfwort, yellow starwort, wild sunflower, scabwort and horseheal Origin - Bulgaria Typical Preparations - Usually taken as a tea. Can also be taken internally in the form of a capsule or extract. It has also been known to be candied and eaten as a sweetmeat. Elecampane is a member of the aster family distributed throughout Europe, Asia and some parts of North America. Although the attractive flowers are eye-catching, it is the root of the plant that is harvested to produce teas, tinctures and other preparations. Elecampane is a source of inulin, a food additive and dietary prebiotic. Packaging - We package all of our herbal and fruit powders in a heat sealed mylar bag which serves as a very effective barrier to light, oxygen, odors, flavors, moisture, and bacteria. The bag can be resealed with any household iron or curling iron. Precautions - Be aware that larger amounts of this herb may cause vomiting, diarrhea and intestinal para