Pleurisy (Asclepias tuberosa) root 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 capsule, 2-3 times per day. Or mix into a smoothie, water, juice or honey. Dose: 1/4 teaspoon powder, 2-3 times per day.

CONTRAINDICATIONS:

Not for use in pregnancy.

EXTRA INFORMATION:

The genus name Asclepias was given in honor of the Greek god of medicine bearing the same name. The common name Pleurisy refers to the plant's ability to help reduce the pain and inflammation of the disease pleurisy.

Pleurisy is a perennial, native to North America that can grow from 1 to 3 feet in height. The stems and leaves are hairy. The leaves are alternate and lance shaped, and they clasp the stems close to the flower. The hermaphroditic flowers are bright orange corymbs; the seed pods are long, narrow, and downy. Pleurisy prefers light, sandy soil and full sun and will tolerate dry conditions. Monarch butterflies feed upon pleurisy. Birds that eat these butterflies experience pleurisy's emetic effects afterward, which causes them to vomit and discourages them from eating the butterflies again.

The roots, as well as the young shoots, flowers, buds and immature seedpods, can be cooked and eaten. The plant is generally not eaten raw. The flowers can be boiled down to make a sweetener.

The plant's beautiful orange flowers have been made into a yellow dye. Some Native American tribes made bowstrings from the stalks. The bark yields a fiber that can be used in making string or cloth. The water-repellent seed fluff is used to make candle wicks and to stuff jackets, pillows, dollies, and even life jackets; it has even been used to mop up oil spills at sea.

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.