Plantain Root - Wild Harvested in the Appalachian Mountains

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Plantain Root,

 Plantago major -

 Plantain Root, Plantain Leaf, or Plantain Herb are all used to make Plantain Tea, Plantain Salve, Tinctures & ointment. The organic herb can also be used as a bitter Spice or in skin care products. Plantain uses are numerous have been as reliable herbal remedies for hundreds of years.

Plantain Root is rarely sold since harvesting of the small root is extremely time consuming and usually not cost effective for retail sales. We offer small quantities by saving the roots of the plants when thinning out our foraging areas. This helps produce large plants and provides our customers with an herb that is rarely found in herbal markets today! We are so happy to be able to offer it this year! Large quantities are not available.

Wild Harvested on the " Tame the Spirit " Farm in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. No smog, no pollution and rich, nutrient filled soil provide the perfect environment for harvesting all natural, non GMO, wild herbs. We keep it " Wild" so you can keep it Healthy!

Packaged in sealed retail foil pouch, always guaranteed fresh or your money back! You can also download a really cool herb worksheet. It is yours FREE and a great way to reference preparing your herbs.

Plantago major, referred to as broadleaf plantain, white man's foot, or greater plantain is a flowering plant in the family Plantaginaceae. The plant is native to most of Europe and Asia, but has been naturalized across the globe.

"Tame the Spirit" Bulk Herbs are always Farm Grown, Wild Harvested or organic, using NON GMO seed and no unhealthy pesticides. Our dried herbs are always unprocessed with no additives or preservatives. We keep it " Wild" so you can keep it Healthy!

The young, raw leaves, stalks and seed pods can be used as a nutritional food source. Plantain is an effective but bitter herb. I prefer mixing it with other complimentary teas to cover up the bitterness.

Plantains, like many so called "weeds" have a multitude of uses and have been used by many cultures for centuries. What we consider a "weed" countries like India, Spain, parts of Europe, Cuba, and Brazil actually cultivate this plant for its many uses.

Plaintain consists of mucilage sugars, acids, glycosides, tannins, flavanoids, alkaloid, gum, resins, choline, allantoin, saponins, steroids, nutrients and minerals.

The combination of these constituents are found to be -

Anti-microbial, anti-bacterial, lymphatic, anti-inflammatory, astringent, anti-allergic, anti-histamine, anti-catarrhal, expectorant, demulcent, alterative, anti-hemorrhagic, vasoconstrictor, antacid, diuretic, emollient, and vulnerary.

Occult, Witchcraft, Magick herbs and folklore uses - Associated with many energies. Used in various herbal magic spells including Hoodoo, Voodoo, Wicca and Witchcraft. 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.

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.