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[ 307 ]Arctium lappa

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Wholesale Burdock

Arctium lappa
plant overview
burdock, an herb with sticking power

Burdock is a member of the daisy and sunflower family, although its appearance immediately indicates its place in the thistle group of plants. Attractive and sturdy, burdock is most likely to be found on the roadside and other undisturbed places. The “dock” portion of its name speaks to the large, downy leaves of the plant, which are used fresh to make poultices or harvested and dried to make bitter teas and tonics. While the entire plant contains antioxidant compounds such as quercetin and inulin, they are concentrated in burdock roots collected from first year plants. Dried and powdered arctium lappa root are used to prepare topical skin formulations as well as teas and tinctures.

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01.
A Bit of Botany

a little botanical information about burdock

description
Arctium lappa, or burdock, is a biennial plant in the Asteraceae family. Burdock is rather tall, reaching as much as 9 feet (2.7 m). It has large, alternating, cordiform leaves that have a long petiole and are pubescent on the underside. The flowers are purple and grouped in globular capitula, united in clusters. They appear in mid-summer, from July to September. The capitula are surrounded by aninvolucre made out of many bracts, each curving to form a hook, allowing them to be carried long distances on the fur of animals. The fruits are achenes; they are long, compressed, with short pappuses. The fleshy tap-root can grow up to 3 feet (0.91 m) deep.

common names & nomenclature
Burdock comes from the Middle English burre from Scandinavian; akin to Danish burre, Swedish borre – referencing the burr that can stick to animal fur to be carried long distances.

Also known as:
greater burdock, gobo, edible burdock, lappa, beggar’s buttons, hardock, hurrburr, happy major, hareburr, philanthropium, niu bang zi, turkey burrseed, fox’s clote, bardana, cocklebur, personata, grass burdock, clotbur, burr seed, cockle buttons, lappa, thorny burr, love leaves

Burdock, the herb with sticking powder

02.
Where in the World

habitat and range for burdock

Burdock is native to the temperate regions of the old world, from Scandinavia to the Mediterranean, and from the British Isles through Russia, and the Middle East to China and Japan, including India.

03.
Cultivation & Harvesting

considerations for growing and harvesting burdock

climate
Burdock prefers locations with full sun, usually found in disturbed areas.

soil
Prefers nitrogen-rich soil that is rich in humus and organic matter.

growing
Sow Burdock seeds in your garden as early as the ground can be worked. Cover seeds with 1/2" to 3/4" of fine garden or seed starting soil. Tamp soil. Water lightly if the soil is dry. Seedlings germinate quickly, in about 4-7 days.

harvesting
Pick leaves and tender young stems for eating fresh. Harvest three to four months after the seeding until late autumn, when the roots become too fibrous.

preserving
Dry the leaves and cut into smaller pieces for storage. Root can be dried, then cut into pieces or powdered. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.

04.
The Rest of the Story

additional information

Burdock leaf has a long history of traditional use in herbal practices across Europe and Asia, including Chinese and Japanese botanical traditions. Valued for its broad versatility, the leaf has been incorporated into a wide range of external and internal herbal preparations over time.

Traditionally, burdock leaf has been used in topical applications such as poultices, washes, and infused oils, particularly in folk skincare and cleansing rituals. Its cooling, grounding character has made it a common ingredient in preparations intended for general skin care and comfort.

Burdock leaf has also been included in traditional herbal formulas where its natural properties were believed to support the body’s normal elimination processes. Because of this historical association, it has often been used thoughtfully and in moderation within broader herbal routines.

As with many traditional botanicals, burdock leaf should be used with care and awareness of individual needs, especially when incorporated into concentrated preparations or combined with other herbs.

Formulas & recipes
What is burdock root?
Burdock root is a wild plant and can be found on the side of the road in some areas. It is considered a nuisance to some, but for those who know how to prepare burdock root, it is considered extremely valuable. Burdock root benefits range from acne prevention to decreasing liver toxicity.

How to use burdock root
There is an extensive list of burdock root recipes out there. Burdock root can be used in the kitchen by adding flavor to soups, stews, braised meat, and more. Burdock root can also be used to make a super simple tea.

How to make burdock root tea
-Add 2 teaspoons of burdock root herb to a tea bag
-Pour 8 ounces of boiled water over the tea bag
-Let steep for 10-20 minutes, as burdock root tea takes a little longer to flavor the water
-Add sugar or other desired sweetener and enjoy

Apart from the kitchen, there are many other burdock root uses. The herb comes in many different forms and can be used in a variety of cosmetic products. When tinctured with witch hazel, it can be used topically. The dried root can be used in face washes and poultices. Our burdock root wholesale items can be purchased in a variety of forms based on your herbal needs.

Is burdock leaf edible?
Yes! The burdock leaf is fine to eat and has many topical uses as well. Sometimes burdock leaf is used in salads for added nutrients. The leaves tend to be a bit bitter, but the stems of the herb can offer a sweeter taste when added to dishes as well.

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