- Description
You will receive a seed packet containing 1 gram or a minimum of 100 fresh ORGANIC burdock seeds. Arctium Lappa, also known as Burdock or Great Burdock is a member of the daisy family called Asteraceae. This biannual is native to Europe and Asia where its roots are eaten in a similar way to parsnips and revered for their health benefits. Different forms of Burdock are used in traditional Chinese medicine and western herbalism; these include dried root powders, decoctions, tinctures, and fluid extracts. A variety of health issues and illnesses are still treated with burdock today. Not only is this plant used as food and medicine but in 1955 its sticky burs inspired Swiss inventor George de Mestral to create modern-day velcro. Don't be intimidated by burdock’s extensive resume this plant is easy to grow and offers unique purple flowers for you and your local pollinators to enjoy!