Description

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Arctium is a genus of biennial plants commonly known as burdock. Belonging to the family Asteraceae, burdock is native to Europe and Asia, though several species have been widely introduced worldwide.

History and background

Part of the same family as the humble daisy, burdock can be found across North Asia, Europe and the US. Despite often being considered a weed, burdock has plenty to offer both humans and animals. It’s distinguished by heart-shaped leaves and purple flowers, which appear between June and October.

Interestingly, the plant uses a hook system in order to disperse its seeds, which acted as the inspiration for Velcro. The Swiss inventor George de Mestral became curious about the seeds of the burdock plant that had attached themselves to his clothes and to the dog’s fur, leading to the development of the man-made version we’re familiar with today.

How to use burdock root

Burdock root is used therapeutically as a depurative, diuretic, digestive stimulant and for dermatologic conditions. Often used in combination with other herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), burdock root has historically been used to treat everything from sore throats to colds and digestive problems.

Rich in antioxidants, burdock is thought to offer a number of health benefits to this day, although scientific research remains thin on the ground. Some studies suggest that burdock has a ‘prebiotic’ effect, making it easier for the body to ward off illnesses and infections.

Equine & Animal Supplements
Traditionally Burdock is offered for septic conditions – particularly those that are chronic – to disperse the build up of toxins.

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