Mustard (Brassica species) seed powder - Bulk.

All of our bulk herbs are organic when available, otherwise herbs are wildcrafted and responsibly sourced.

Available in either a 2 oz bag or a pound size. Save 20% when you purchase a pound.

SUGGESTED USE:

May be used as a plaster or poultice. However, never apply Mustard directly on the skin. When using as a poultice, cover the skin with a layer of clean cloth to avoid burning or blistering the skin from direct contact. May be used as a foot bath or in the bath as a warming agent.

CONTRAINDICATIONS:

Do not apply Mustard directly on the skin as it may cause blistering and burning. There are no poisonous Mustards. However, eat only in moderation as Mustards do contain some irritating oils. Overuse of raw plants in this family can interfere with thyroid function. Mustard can be emetic, causing vomiting. This is sometimes recommended in cases of poisoning. Mustard is not a good herb to use on very young children or the elderly if feeble. Avoid excessive amounts for those with cardiovascular problems.

EXTRA INFORMATION:

The word Mustard is from the Latin "mustum ardens", meaning "burning must" because the ground seeds have been mixed with grape must (unfermented grape juice) to make the condiment mustard. Also known as Jack of the Hedge and Sauce Alone.            

Mustard is native to Eurasia, but it grows throughout North America. Mustard flowers have four petals in the shape of a cross.

Young leaves, best collected before the beginning of May, can be chopped fine and added to salads. Once the flowers open the leaves become tough. Later they are best used just as a small portion of a salad.  Flowers are edible in salads and as a garnish. Seeds are used as a garnish in pungent sauces, curries, dips, sandwich spreads, salad dressings and cheese dishes. It takes ten to fifteen minutes for Mustard oil to achieve its full body, so homemade Mustard should be prepared about half an hour before serving. After that the taste fades. To prevent this, mix the Mustard in with vinegar, wine or lemon juice. Mustard seeds help to preserve pickles and sauerkraut as well as add flavor.

At one time, surgeons disinfected their hands with a paste of Mustard. Jesus likened the Kingdom of Heaven to a Mustard seed, "Which indeed is the least of all seeds: but when it is grown, it is the greatest among herbs, and becometh a tree, so that the birds of the air come and lodge in the branches thereof." (Matthew 13:32)

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