Wood Betony Herb Powder

DESCRIPTION

Product: Wood Betony Herb Powder

Latin Name: Betonica officinalis syn. Stachys betonica, Stachys officinalis.

Plant Family: Lamiaceae

Other Names: Wood Betony, Woundwort, Bishopswort, Bitny, Lousewort, American Lousewort, Bétoine, Betónica, Hedge Nettles & Tabac des Gardes.

Description: Betony is a dense mat-forming perennial herb, native to Europe and found growing in Asia and other temperate regions of the world which grows to a height of up to 60cm. The stem is square, rigid and slightly hairy. The leaves are opposite with no leaf stalk (petiole), the lower leaves are oblong and heart-shaped, the upper ones are narrower, elliptical and pointed with serrated edges and are deep-green in colour. The 2-lipped flowers are purple to pinky- red in colour, and present above the leaves in upright spikes.

SUGGESTED USE

A decoction of wood betony can be added to astringent lotions and creams for the skin. The powder can also be used to make a natural dye in shades of yellow dependant on the mordant used. The powder can also be used to make a herbal tisane which is refreshing.

SHELF LIFE

Shelf life of two years provided that goods are stored in an airtight container in ambient conditions.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

PRODUCT SPECIFICATION

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Allergen Statement

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