Oatstraw (Avena sativa) herb powder - Bulk.

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

Available in either increments of 2 oz or save 20% when you purchase a pound.

SUGGESTED USE:

Encapsulate in "00" capsules. Dose: 1-3 capsules, 2-3 times per day. Or mix into a smoothie, water, juice or honey. Dose: 1 Tablespoon powder, 2-3 times per day.

CONTRAINDICATIONS:

None known.

EXTRA INFORMATION:

The genus name Avena is Latin for "nourishing." The common name Oat derives from the Old English term for the grain, "a-te".         

Oats, native to Europe, Asia, and northern Africa but naturalized in North America, is an annual grass that grows freely in the wild along roadsides and in disturbed areas. It also is cultivated as a field crop. Its hollow stems grow to about 4 feet in height. The leaves are long, broad, and slightly hairy. Two or three florets form small, elliptical, drooping spikelets in loose, open panicles on horizontal branches; the flowers are hermaphroditic. In the garden, Oats enjoy full sun, soil that is rich in organic matter, and moderate amounts of water; they will tolerate drought. Planted en masse, they will prevent soil erosion. When wildcrafting, avoid collecting fuzzy or blackish Oat grains, which may be contaminated with ergot.

The Oat grain is a common food staple and is high in protein. It has a light, mild, creamy flavor. The grain can also be sprouted. An edible oil can be pressed from the seed. The seeds are sometimes roasted and used as a coffee substitute. Oat tea has a pleasant, mild, slightly sweet flavor. A tea made from Oat seed or straw mixed with Nettles is a particularly mineral-rich brew.

Oat husks are not only used to stuff bedding but are said to have a sedative effect. The straw can be used to make thatching, paper, and mulch. The hulls are also used to make construction boards and filters in the brewing industry. The hulls of Oats are used in the production of furfural, a chemical used to make many industrial products such as nylon, glues, rubber tread, and lubricating oils. Oat straw tea can be sprayed in the garden to inhibit striped cucumber beetle infestation.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Our products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.