Burdock Root

Latin Name: Arctium lappa

Other Common Names:  Bardane, Clotburr, Beggars Buttons, Gypsy Rhubarb, Gobo, and Burr

Effect:  Diuretic; Depilatory; Alterative

Traditional Uses:          

Lymphatic, strong tissue and blood purifier, aphrodisiac, eczema, psoriasis, painful joints, throat, tonsillitis, colds, measles, mild laxative, uric acid, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, soothing to gastrointestinal tract, purifying the blood and lymph glands, gall bladder, nourishing joints and synovial fluid, decreasing toxins in joints and muscles, improving the function of elimination (liver, kidneys, bowels).  Contains high amounts of insulin.