Osage Orange Tincture - Dried Maclura pomifera from the Appalachian Mountains
Osage Orange Tincture,
Dried Maclura pomifera,
Our Hedge Apple Tincture (also known as osage orange tincture ) is made with our Wild Harvested herb that grows right here in the Appalachian Mountains!!
We've partnered with Mother Nature, to bring you only the BEST she has to offer!
When it comes to organic tinctures and herbal extracts, quality is essential. Although we appreciate the ancient folklore methods for organic Hedge Apple extract preparations (soaking the herbs in alcohol for long periods of time), as well as percolation methods, they can fall short of professional lab extractions. As shown in our video, our organic osage orange tinctures are professionally prepared in a lab setting using the soxhlet extractor method.
Soxhlet extraction is a type of atmospheric liquid extraction, utilizing temperature and low pressures (ambient pressure), for the selected extract.
Soxhlet extraction is a professional, conventional technique, providing the highest recovery of valuable plant material.
Preferred by some, you can use the product directly from the dropper, or, if you find that to be a bit overwhelming (which many do) simply mix in with your coffee, teas, smoothies or water.
NOTE: Excessive squeezing of the dropper ball is not necessary. When the dropper is squeezed once, it will only pull up a 1ml serving into the glass dropper. That is how servings are measured. 1 Squeeze = 1ml
Osage Orange Extract: 1-5 Ratio
Other Ingredients: Alcohol 35-40%, Water
No Fillers, Non GMO, Gluten Free
Average uses per ounce: 15-30
Important notes concerning tinctures - Tincture ratios can be confusing!
A 1-5 or 1-4 ratio is standard for mushrooms and herbs. There are times when lower menstruum to herb ratios can be beneficial, although many times it is counter productive, and unfortunately it is being used as a marketing tactic. The standard 1-5 or 1-4 higher alcohol ratios have stood the test of time and are usually needed to properly extract the herb. The alcohol can only hold so much material before it is saturated. At the saturation point, you need more alcohol to continue pulling out the plant material . So in short, lower ratios will not always mean a superior product.
A little bit about the amazing Osage orange herb and it's many uses -
Maclura pomifera, commonly known as Hedge Apple or Osage Orange, has been used as a stand alone herb or as an ingredient in various herbal concoctions.
The herb is extremely bitter, so if using this as an herb, it is suggested it be mixed in with something to disguise the taste, or powdered, so it can be encapsulated.
Besides the herbal uses for the osage orange fruit, it has been used to make a yellow dye as well as an insect repellent.
Like so many herbs, this unique fruit also has had many spiritual uses for centuries!
It's properties include Spiritual Protection, Endurance, Practical Creativity, and Flexibility.
Maclura pomifera, commonly known as the Osage orange or hedge apple, is a small deciduous tree or large shrub, native to the south-central United States. The Hedge Apple tree typically grows about 30 to 50 feet tall. The distinctive Osage orange fruit, is round and usually about the size of a softball.
The fruit turns bright yellow-green in the fall.
Occult, Witchcraft and Magic folklore uses - Associated with Spiritual protection, positive energy and purification. Used in various organic herb magic spells. Used in love mixtures, mojo bags, amulets, jars and charms. A commonly used organic herb for rituals, ceremonies and magick spells among alternative religious practices.
"Tame the Spirit" Herbs are always organic, Wild Harvested or Farm Grown using NON GMO seed and no pesticides. Always unprocessed with no additives or preservatives. We keep it " Wild"!!
Packaged in sealed retail foil pouch, always guaranteed fresh or your money back! As shown in our pictures, we also include an herb preparation worksheet, yours for free!
The information we share on this website is based on research from books, the internet, research papers, and personal experience with native plants. The information contained in this website should not be considered medical advice. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any illness or disease. For diagnosis or treatment consult your physician.
As with any food, allergic reactions can also occur with organic herbs. If you are pregnant or breast feeding do not use this herb. Speak with a medical professional if you have any concerns or adverse reactions.