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ARCTIUM LAPPA OR ARCTIUM MINUS

BURDOCK

A common wayside plant with large leaves and purple flowers. The root is commonly used.

USES

 For “eruptive” and stubborn skin conditions, especially when hot and inflamed-looking—for example, acne, spots, boils, rashes, psoriasis, rheumatism, and gout.

PICKLED BURDOCK ROOT

Wash the root and cut into small rounds. Simmer in water until soft. Strain and put into a clean jar. Pour hot cider vinegar over the root. Label and date. Dose: As a tonic, chew a piece first thing every morning. As a digestive, chew a piece 20 minutes before your meals.

PROPERTIES

 Blood cleanser

 Alterative

 Diuretic

 Lymphatic cleanser

NOTES AND DOSAGES

 Take 2 teaspoons of dried root, decocted, daily, or 1 teaspoon of the tincture twice daily for some months. For lack of appetite, take the tincture 3 times daily, before meals, in a little water or fruit juice, 5–10 drops for children and 20 drops for adults. Pickled burdock root makes a good daily tonic, digestive, and blood strengthener. It is a useful way to use the roots after weeding.

CAUTION

Large doses may cause a cleansing rash. It is best to start with small doses and then slowly increase them. Avoid in early pregnancy except with expert advice.