Elecampane Root, Organic

Elecampane (Inula helenium) is a tall flowering plant in the sunflower family, native to southern and eastern Europe and naturalized worldwide. This product is the dried, cut root and rhizome, harvested from plants 2 to 3 years old.

🌿 Flavor & Aroma

• Warm, bitter, and earthy
• Slightly camphorous with a woody depth
• Similar in character to other Asteraceae roots

🍵 Where You'll Find It

• Steeped as a tea or decoction
• Used in tinctures and extracts
• Historically candied as a sweetmeat

🧂 How to Use It

• Simmer 1-2 teaspoons cut root per cup of water for 10-15 minutes (decoction, not a quick steep)
• Strain before drinking
• Can be combined with other roots or herbs in blends

⚠️ Precautions

• Those allergic to ragweed, chamomile, feverfew, or echinacea (Asteraceae family) should use caution
• Large amounts may cause digestive upset

Organic, cut root. Sold by weight, per oz.